Warren Nichols

Resided in Gladstone, MI
Died March 27, 2017

Warren A. Nichols, age 60, of Gladstone, passed away Monday, March 27, 2017 at his home.

Warren was born December 11, 1956 in Escanaba, MI the son of Glenn and Dorothy (Awve) Nichols.

He graduated from Gladstone High School in 1975, and attended Northern Michigan University.

On December 19th, 1990 Warren married Denise Peters and they made their home in Brampton.

Warren worked as a laborer for the Local Labor Union 1329. He was also a DJ and worked at the Gladstone Super Value for many years.

Warren loved all music and had a large record collection. He was a die-hard, lifelong, Green Bay Packers fan. Warren enjoyed following local sports, camping, grilling over the fire pit (while having a few beers), sitting outside, traveling, riding his motorcycle, snowmobiling, cutting and stacking firewood, reminiscing about local history and loved animals. He always had a smile for anyone that he was around.

Warren was a friend to all who knew him. He loved life and spending time with his family and friends.

In addition to his loving Wife, Denise, survivors include:

1 Son: Adrian (Samantha) Nichols of Wayne, Nebraska

1 Brother: Bruce Mckay

1 Sister: Ruth Nichols of DePere, WI

Uncle & Aunt: Dean & Eddie Ward of Fond du Lac, WI

Brother In-Laws & Sister In-Laws: Ronald Peters of St. Joesph, MO, Sharon Lacosse of Harvey, MI, Gary (Bev) Peters of Gwinn, MI, Harvey (Sally) Peters of Little Lake, MI, Yvonne Peters (Dave Johnson) of Chatham, MI, Mark (Terri) Peters of Osier, MI, Kim (Terry) Alworden of Gladstone, MI, Dennis (Kay) Peters of Sands, MI,

And many Nieces, Nephews and Cousins.  Friends also survive, many of whom were very special to him.

In addition to his Parents, Warren was preceded in death by:

Father In-Law: Thaine “Tappy” Peters

Mother In-law: Bernice Peters

Daughter: Alicia Peters

Granddaughter: Shannon Peters

Sister In-Law & Brother In-Law: Vivian and John Price

Sister In-Law: Ruth Peters

Brother In-Law: James Lacosse

along with various Aunts, Uncles, Cousins and Friends.

Warren’s family will receive friends on Tuesday, April 4, 2017 from 3:00 PM until 5:00 PM at the First Lutheran Church in Gladstone. Funeral services will follow visiting hours, at 5:00PM, at the First Lutheran Church in Gladstone, with Tom Otis, Pastor officiating.  Luncheon will follow in the First Lutheran Church Fellowship Hall.

17 Tributes for “Warren Nichols”

    Aunt Denise & Adrian,
    My heart breaks for you both. I’m so glad to have had uncle Warren in our family. He was truly a one of a kind wonderful person with a great smile & great personality. He will be missed greatly. May God help you through this most difficult loss.

    Love you with all of my hear,

    Vicki & Scott Lindquist

    I have such great memories of growing up with Putzzer, Deeda and Bootch! I am very sorry to hear that Putzzer is gone. Too young by far. Ruth Ann and Bruce, you are in my thoughts and prayers.

    Denise,
    I am so sorry to hear about Warren’s passing. My heart and thoughts are with you and your family.
    Sue Cossette

    So sorry for your loss Ruth Ann. Though had your differences I know how much you loved him

    So very sorry to hear that Warren has passed away. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family, Denise, in this most difficult of times.

    Warren was an exceptionally kind and giving person from his youngest years. He and my brother Mark were close friends as they grew up in the same church family, to their days playing for the Braves football team side-by-side, and as the decades and life travels separated them. Warren’s kindness and caring nature shined when alcohol devastated Mark’s family life and health. I have never seen a greater commitment to a friendship or compassion from an adult man, ever. Warren will be remembered and missed – he truly was a giant among men

    So very sorry for your loss. I knew Warren for many years and he was just a nice guy. He will be missed. My thoughts and prayers go out to the family.

    Dear Ruth Ann and Bruce,
    We are living in Marquette now and do not see a newspaper until a few days late. I am so sorry to read of the loss of your brother. I remember his hitch hiking to Escanaba in the early 1970’s. He and his friends were the only hitch hikers I ever picked up because I knew Putzzer! Our days as kids growing up were special times.
    I am so sorry for your loss, and you and your family are close in our thoughts and prayers during this time. Jerilynn Clark Krokstad

    Rita and I are saddened for your loss-Denise we are on the road coming home from FL-you are in our thoughts and prayers and we will see you when we get home

    So sad. I remember Warren always having a smile on his face. He was such a pleasant gentleman. Even though I haven’t seen him since High School I have fond memories of him.

    So sorry to hear of putzzers passing. Pickles was a one of a kind. He always had a smile and could brighten your day. Going to miss ole dill pickle. My thoughts and prayers are with you Denise and your family. Warren is truly going to be missed.

    Can’t express how much Warren meant to me as a friend since I’d known him…45 years worth.Great times, too numerous to mention, (some tough ones too). Hopefully his memories will keep the family members going for a lot of years…”Over and Out” one last time.

    I am so sorry to hear of Warren’s Passing. We shared a love of music and local radio. Warren was the best Off air D.J. I knew. At weddings he always had the Dance floor hopping and knew just the right song to play. Growing up in a Soo Line Family was not easy with our Dad’s being on the road and on call so often, but we had fun at the wreck with Coach Pfotenhauer keeping us in line and always finding something to do. Warren, You will be missed.

    Denise, you are in our Prayers Always.

    Warren was a caring person who always took time to talk with you. He was an awesome DJ. Everlasting memories and music in our hearts.
    Prayers to you all.

    I just recently heard of Warren’s passing. Although I haven’t seen him for nearly 40 years, he will always hold a special place in my heart. In reading the tributes, it’s nice to realize that he stayed the sweet gentle man that I remember, throughout his life.

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