Mary Ryan Nichols-Tabor

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Visitation Schedule
Roller-Christeson Funeral Home
519 N. Spring Street
Harrison, AR  72601
Tuesday, November 17, 2015
6:00 to 8:00 PM
Service Schedule
Graveside Service
Summers Cemetery
Cottonwood Road
Harrison, AR  72601
Wednesday, November 18, 2015
10:00 AM
Cemetery
Summers Cemetery
Cottonwood Road
Harrison, AR  72601
Mary Ryan Nichols-Tabor

of Harrison, AR

September 2, 1941 - November 15, 2015

Mary Ryan Nichols, age 74, of Harrison, passed away Sunday, November 15, 2015, at Cox Medical Center in Branson with her family by her side. She was born September 2, 1941, in Harrison, the daughter of Warren J. and Ethel (Thomason) Ryan. Mary was preceded in death by her parents, her husband T. J. Nichols, a son Mark Nichols and her sister Bonnie Nibert.

Mary was a member of Bear Creek Springs Baptist Church, Bear Creek Women on Mission, and a choir member. She went to Ridgeway School through the 8th grade and graduated from Harrison High School in 1959. She married T. J. Nichols December 16, 1959. Mary looked forward to Thursday's playing with Marshall Horton and Hank Hudson with Sherry and Kelley. She loved watching all her grandchildren playing their favorite sports. Visiting and going on small trips and playing cards with sisters and brothers was a great pastime for her. She was known for her famous chocolate pie.

Mary is survived by her son, Sean Nichols, of Harrison; her three daughters, Kelley Hudspeth and her husband Greg of St. Joe, Sherry Eddings and her husband Nick of Western Grove, and Rebecca Smith and her husband Ron of Harrison; three sisters, Alta King, Wanda Dorsey and husband Lee, and Wilma Pollock and husband Harlan; three brothers, Bill Ryan and wife Jane, Terry Ryan and wife Pat, and Bert Ryan and wife Vina.

Mary is also survived by her grandchildren, Tracy Jo Horton and husband Jared of Harrison, Lindsey Apple and husband Drew of St. Joe, Shay Hudson and husband Chris of Harrison, Jamie Eddings and her boyfriend Trey Sanders of Harrison, Cory Joe Smith of Harrison, and Zachary Nichols, Tyler Nichols and Calleigh Nichols, all of Harrison; her great-grandchildren, Marshall Horton of Harrison and Hank Hudson of Harrison; and many other relatives and friends.


Visitation was Tuesday, November 17, 2015, at Roller-Christeson Funeral Home.

Services were private.

Interment was in Summers Cemetery.

Pallbearers were Mary's brothers and sisters.

Honorary pallbearers were Mary's grandchildren and great-grandchildren.


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26 Condolence(s)
Dee Ann Cole
Brady, TX
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Friday, November 20, 2015

Kelley, Sherry and family, I am so sorry for your loss. I'm sure your Mom was as wonderful as I know you both are! My prayers are with all of you. Your friend always, Dee Ann

Joyce Thompson
Omaha, NE
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Friday, November 20, 2015

Mary was a such a lovely and gentle lady, and a dear friend. Her faith in God, her love of God and her faithful service to him will always be a part of our memories of Mary. We extend our sympathy and prayers to all of you, her family. She will be missed in your lives and in the lives of all who knew and loved her at Bear Creek Springs Baptist Church. May God grant you all His comfort and peace. Ron & Joyce Thompson

Bobby and Becky Howard
Harrison,
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Thursday, November 19, 2015

So very sorry about the passing of Mary. Many cottonwood road memories..... Especially with Mark and my brother Craig! Many prayers for your family during this time!

Rebecca Smith
harrison, AR
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Thursday, November 19, 2015

I am Mary's daughter. Our family has been overwhelmed by the prayers and love we have received from all of Mom's family, friends and especially her church family. We all loved her very much and she will be truly missed. How fortunate we are to live in a caring community. We thank you so much.

Kirk and Pam Waters
Harrison, AR
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Thursday, November 19, 2015

We are very sorry to hear of your mom's passing. I did not know her but from reading other posts, she seemed like a precious lady. You are in our thoughts and prayers. May God comfort and see you through the days ahead.

Terri Rowe
Harrison, AR
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Thursday, November 19, 2015

We are so sadden to lose such a sweet fellow choir member and friend. I loved singing with Mary and she had the most beautiful alto voice. I enjoyed her big hugs on Sunday and the huge smile she wore when she talked about her grand kids. She will be dearly missed but I know she is doing what she loves and singing those praises face to face with Him! Our condolences to the family.

Cara Wohlgemuth
Harrison, AR
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Thursday, November 19, 2015

We are so saddened by the sudden loss of your mother. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers now and in the days to come. Love you all, Lance and Cara

Ann Sanders
Western Grove, AR
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Thursday, November 19, 2015

We are so sorry for your loss. You have our deepest sympathy.

Bill "ToeJoe" Strickland
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Bill & Sharon Capps
Harrison, AR
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Thursday, November 19, 2015

We are so sorry for your loss. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.

Melissa Tabor
, AR
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Wednesday, November 18, 2015

Mary was such a wonderful lady. She was a very loving person as well. My thoughts and prayers are with her family during this hard time. Rest in peace sweet lady!

Susan Duck
Harrison, AR
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Wednesday, November 18, 2015

I hated to hear about Mary's death. She and T.J. were always favorites of mine. He gave me away at my wedding and I'll always remember how in love they were. Good memories.

Ron and Lyndia Lee
Western Grove, AR
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Wednesday, November 18, 2015

So sorry for your loss. Sherry I remember your mom from when you were in first grade. She was a beautiful person. Praying for all of you at this time.

Amy Razer
Springfield,
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Wednesday, November 18, 2015

Mary were so sweet. I would talk to you on the phone at times about Bonnie and Norman. I miss you all so much! Let the Angels be with you! I love you Mary!
My prayers are out to you and your family! 🙏🏻

Dennis and Cindy Rains
harrison, AR
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Wednesday, November 18, 2015

MARY WAS A SPECIAL LADY,SHE WILL BE MISSED. TO HER FAMILY .YOU ARE IN OUR PRAYERS.

The Bob Estes family
Harrison, AR
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Tuesday, November 17, 2015

We are so sorry for the loss of your loved one. May God be with you at this difficult time. Just know that we love your family and care very much.

Dolores Meadows
Harrison,
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Tuesday, November 17, 2015

I am so sorry about Mary. She was a precious soul and loved by many. She was always smiling and so kind to everyone. Prayers for all of you.

Chuck & Tammy Tennyson
Harrison, AR
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Tuesday, November 17, 2015

Thinking of the family... with heartfelt prayers and sympathy.

Spurlock Family
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Tuesday, November 17, 2015

We're sad Mary won't be with us anymore but happy that we know where she is now. She always had a smile and a kind word. We are truly sorry.

Mary Carter
Harrison,
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Tuesday, November 17, 2015

To all of Mary's family, may God Wrap his arms around you at this sad time. Mary was a good friend and I will surely miss her, God Bless you all.

Michelle Enloe
Harrison, AR
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Tuesday, November 17, 2015

My heart goes out to the family. I so loved to see Mary singing in the choir. She will be missed. She had such a good heart, was so soft spoken, and had a beautiful smile. I will always remember how every Sunday morning she would come by the church nursery to have a look at the babies. I will truly miss her Sunday morning greeting. Let us take comfort in knowing she is part of heaven's choir now.

Mike & Lil Cooper
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Tuesday, November 17, 2015

Mary was such a sweet lady and we will miss her dearly at church. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Rickey and Tiffany Moore
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Tuesday, November 17, 2015

Your family has and will continue to be in our thoughts and prayers.

Sherry Smith
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Tuesday, November 17, 2015

I loved singing in the choir with Mary. She had a true heart for the Lord! I will miss her dearly. Praying for the family.

Joshua and Haley Bright
Harrison,
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Tuesday, November 17, 2015

It was such a blessing seeing Mary up on stage singing on Sundays. She will truly be missed.

Michelle Palmer
Harrison, AR
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Tuesday, November 17, 2015

I was sad to hear about Mary's death. But I feel so blessed to have known her. I sang with her in church on Sunday. She is now singing with the angels, and I'm sure she's enjoying every minute of it! You are all in my prayers!

Mark and Emma Ramer
Harrison, AR
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Tuesday, November 17, 2015

So sorry your loss. Your family is in our prayers.