Gary W. Nichols

Warren – Gary W. Nichols, 78, a long-time resident of Warren, died on Saturday, March 8, 2025, in Vantage Health and Rehabilitation in Wilbraham with his family with him.
He leaves his son, Craig Nichols and his wife Deb of New Braintree and his daughter, Michelle Turnbull and her husband Richard of Three Rivers as well as 3 grandchildren, Jillian and Joseph Nichols, and Annie Turnbull. He also leaves his brother John Nichols of Maine and his sister, Cindy Perodeau and her husband Larry of Rochdale. He was predeceased by his brothers Steven and Phil. He was born in Ware, son of the late Walter and Bonnie (Gary) Nichols.
Gary worked as a shipping and receiving clerk at the former Reed-Rico Manufacturing Co. in Holden for many years. He enjoyed fishing and hunting and being outdoors.
At his request, a private Graveside Service at the convenience of his family will be held in the spring in Pine Grove Cemetery in West Brookfield. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, P.O. Box 111, Dept. 142, Memphis, TN 38148 or online at www.stjude.org
Varnum Funeral Home, 43 East Main St., in West Brookfield is assisting his family with arrangements. An online tribute page is available at varnumfuneralhome.com