Wanda Jean Nicar

Wanda “Jeanie” Nicar, 89, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, June 21, 2022 after a brief illness. She was a selfless, kind hearted, energetic woman. Her loving heart left a beacon of light for all who were blessed to know her.

Wanda Jean McAdams Nicar was born in Brenham, Texas on December 19, 1932 to Wanda Carolyn Jenkins McAdams and Garrett Beachman McAdams.

Wanda, Jeanie as she was called, grew up in Winnie, Texas. Her family owned and operated The Winnie Inn. It was there that she met a handsome young man who became the love of her life. She and Travis began their life together June 22, 1950. A short time later they moved to Morgan City where they added to their family and circle of friends. Jeanie quickly became everyone’s favorite Mom and Grandmother! Her kitchen became renowned for amazing cooking and a welcome sign.

Jeanie was wonderfully devoted to her children, who will continue to honor her legacy by living their lives to the fullest, Randy Nicar, Kathie Bassler and husband Miller, Mike Nicar and wife Karen, Kent Nicar and wife Barbara. She was a loving MawMaw to her grandchildren Rosalyn Conrad (Ken), Reagan Beaubouef, Gary Nicar, Brooks Bassler (Maricela), Briana Bassler (Barrett Estess), and Blade Bassler (Kim). Jeanie also adored her great grandchildren Bryce Beaubouef, Parker Conrad, Brad Beaubouef, Ava Nicar, Lindsey Chenevert, Katie Conrad, Gary Michael Nicar III, Himma Estess, Pierson Bassler, Camdyn Bassler, Zollie Estess, Riviera Bassler and Rio Bassler. She is also survived by her siblings Rosemary Dale and Jerry Mc Adams.

The simplest pleasures in life brought great joy to Jeanie. She was most happy attending the sporting events of her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren-she was their biggest fan. Jeanie was a member of Pharr Chapel United Methodist Church for over 65 years and a faithful follower of the Golden Rule. She treated everyone with love and kindness. She was always passionate about her beloved LSU Tigers and New Orleans Saints, her Krewe of Galatea sisters, her birthday group and her card playing friends.

She was preceded in death by her husband of 41 years, Travis Melvin Nicar, her parents, and one sibling G.B. (Bee) McAdams.

Pallbearers named to serve are Bryce Beaubouef, Brad Beaubouef, Ken Conrad, Parker Conrad, Brooks Bassler, Blade Bassler, Barrett Estess, Gary Nicar and Gary Michael Nicar III. The family will receive friends from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM on Monday, June 27th at Hargrave Funeral Home. A Celebration of Life will be held on Tuesday, June 28th at 10:00 A.M. at Pharr Chapel United Methodist Church. Jeanie will be laid to rest in the Morgan City Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be made in memory of Jeanie Nicar to Pharr Chapel United Methodist Church, 517 Federal Avenue, Morgan City, LA 70380.