Gary Nicholls
November 19, 2016
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Gary Edward Nicholls, 81, passed away on November 20, 2016, at Sunny View Care Center in Ankeny. He was born in Des Moines on March 8, 1935, the son of Roland and Dorothy Nicholls.
Gary was a Project Manager and Vice President at Waldinger Corporation for over 25 years. He was an avid golfer and loved going to the gym as a senior citizen. Gary was a conversationalist, always offering his opinion and was a great storyteller.
Gary is survived by his daughter, Lynn (Phil) Rogers; daughter-in-law, Dawn Nicholls; granddaughter, Courtnie Nicholls and three great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, Betty; and son, Stephen Nicholls.
Funeral services will be held at 12:00 p.m., Saturday, November 26, 2016, at Hamilton’s near Highland Memory Gardens, 121 NW 60th Ave., Des Moines. The family will receive visitors starting at 10:00 a.m. until service time.
Memorial contributions may be directed to the Alzheimer’s Association.
Online condolences may be expressed at www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.
Brandy Voigt
11/26/2016
Gary always visited my mother in the hospital. I saw him there several times before I was ever give the pleasure of truly knowing him through the church. Even after my mother passed, he would speak lovely things about her and how knowing her made him a better person. Well Gary...I feel the exact same way. Knowing you has made me a better person. You are a great man, kind, loving and had an amazing presence. You will be forever missed. Give my momma one of those great big hugs. Until next time.
John Harlan
11/26/2016
Gary was a great friend with whom I had many great discussions. You will be missed by me for your great humor and positive approach to life.
Nancy Haag Beaty
11/23/2016
I was saddened to learn of Gary's passing. So happy my brother, sister-in-law and I were able to enjoy lunch and a lengthy visit with him last August. The Manbeck family line members are dwindling. However the great memories of delightful times together brings smiles to the few remaining
Memories are very precious gifts.
Sincerely
Nancy and family
Tom Primmer
11/23/2016
Gary and Betty were such great neighbors! Gary always had a smile and wave as he passed by on his way to the gym. In warmer weather he enjoyed a good curbside conversation too. He supported our Son and encouraged him as he worked toward his Eagle Scout rank. Gary will be missed dearly. Our prayers and sympathies are with his family at this time. (Tom & Diane Primmer)