James E. Nichols, 61, of Fort Wayne passed away Wednesday, March 4, 2020 at Canterbury Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. James was born December 31, 1958 in Portland, IN a son of the late Opal and Georgianna (Cox) Nichols. He worked for Goodwill Industries and was a member of St. Peter Catholic Church. Mass of Christian Burial is 11:00 AM Saturday, March 14, 2020 at St. Peter Catholic Church 518 E. DeWald Street with visitation from 10:00 AM until time of mass. D.O. McComb & Sons Lakeside Park Funeral Home 1140 Lake Avenue is handling arrangements.