Marie J Nicholas ., 96 we mourn the passing of our beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. Marie departed this life to be with the Lord on July 22, 2014. She was preceded in death by her husband, Royal Nicholas. She leaves behind her children: Joan Posch, San Bernardino, CA; Royal E. (Sonia) Nicholas, Driffeld, England; Patricia Buraszeski, Ellisville, MO; and Glenn (Linda) Nicholas, Wichita, KS. Marie also leaves behind nine grandchildren, 10 great-grandchildren, 2 great-great grandchildren, numerous nieces and nephews. Funeral Service 2 p.m. Saturday, July 26, 2014 at Hillside Funeral Home East, 935 N. Hillside Wichita, KS. Burial will follow at White Chapel Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers memorials can be sent to Wichita Children’s Home, 810 N. Holyoke St. Wichita, KS.