A life long resident of Ft. Wayne, Irene worked as a Librarian at L.C. Ward Elementary for over 20 years. She is survived by her son, James L. Nichols; two grandchildren, Maxwell and Madeline; nephew John A. Bengs; nieces, Judy Tennison and Cheryl Pruett. Irene was preceded in death by her husband, Wayne L. Nichols, in 2004 and sisters, Linda C. Bengs and Senora Pruett.
A Celebration of Life service will be held at 1pm on Tuesday, October 6, 2020 at Zion Lutheran Church (2313 S. Hanna St, Fort Wayne, IN 46803) with calling one hour prior.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer's Association. To sign the online guestbook, please visit www.hockemeyermillerfh.com
