Kimberly A. Nichols

Kimberly Nichols, age 54, currently of South Lyon, MI formerly of El Segundo, CA; passed away peacefully at home with her family by her side on December 20, 2016, after a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer. Beloved wife of 14 years to Craig; dear mother of Ashley McManus, Lucas Nichols, and Step-Son Josh Nichols of Anaheim, California; caring Sister of Todd (Bruce) Miller; cherished Daughter of Donna Miller. Kimberly is also survived by many loving relatives, cousins, and dear friends in Michigan and California. Kim was preceded in death by her Father, Allen Miller. When Kim and Craig moved from California to Michigan over three years ago, they were devoted to raising and spending time with their family. While residing in California, she attended Hilltop Church of Christ with her family. She worked for 27 years as an Administrative Assistant at Chevron Refinery in El Segundo, and that is also where she met Craig. Kim enjoyed watching Lucas play hockey and being part of the loving Compuware hockey family. She was a hockey fan, with her favorite team being the LA Kings. In addition, she loved attending hockey games and tournaments. Kim was also very proud of her daughter Ashley’s scholastic achievements while attending college. As a family, they enjoyed with their friends RV camping, being outdoors, traveling, taking cruises, and water skiing. Kim will be sadly missed and will always be remembered for having a warm smile. The memorial celebration with family and friends will be Saturday, January 21, 2017, between the hours of 5 PM until 9 PM at Kim & Craig’s residence: 10375 Mendota Drive, South Lion, MI 48178 with Rev. Dr. W. Ten Roberts offering a prayer of comfort at 6 PM. There will also be a memorial celebration on February 18, 2017, between the hours of 4 PM until 8 PM at the Chevron Park Clubhouse, El Segundo, California. Memorial consideration in Kim’s name can be directed to: Pancreatic Cancer Action Network, 1500 Rosecrans Ave., Ste. 200 Manhattan Beach, CA 90266 (https://www.pancan.org) or The National Pancreas Cancer Foundation, 3 Bethesda Metro Center, Ste. 700. Bethesda, MD 20814 (https://www.pancreasfoundation.org ) Envelopes will be available at their home and in El Segundo, CA Arrangements entrusted to the Vermeulen – Sajewski Funeral Home, 46401 W. Ann Arbor Road, Plymouth, MI 48170. (734) 459-2250 To share a memory with the family, please click on the 'Share a Memory' tab on this page

Kimberly A. Nichols

July 3, 1962 - December 20, 2016