He was preceded in death by his parents, James and Helen Nichols; and daughter, Carlie Nichols.
Survivors include his daughters, Hope Nichols, Samantha Taylor (Josh), Jennifer Kimlin (Kristopher) and Ramsey Bourassa (Jean); sisters, Susan Graham (Tony) and Marie Caton; and several aunts and uncles.
He worked for General Motors for several years. He enjoyed fishing and hunting and was a member of Alabama Wildlife Federation.
Services will be 11 a.m. Saturday, June 6, 2020, at Mt. Lebanon Baptist Church in Fayette with Bro. Leroy Dutton officiating and Sunset Funeral Home, a Dignity Memorial Provider, directing. Visitation will be 10-11 a.m. Saturday at the church.