Warren "Gates" Nichols

[Clark Funeral Home]

Warren “Gates” Nichols, age 65, of Douglasville, GA, passed away on Friday, August 14, 2009. He was born in New York, May 26, 1944, to the late, Lloyd & Marion Gates Nichols. Mr. Nichols was a professional musician. He was a member of West Ridge Church.

Survivors include his wife, Beverly Nichols of Douglasville, GA; son, David Nichols & Elizabeth Squillante of Long Island, NY; daughters, Danielle Manwarren of NC, Dawn Nichols & John Donavan of Vail, CO, Ashley & Bobby Young of Douglasville, GA and Brittney Humes & Justin Wilkey of Douglasville, GA; grandchildren, Jake Wilkey and Dylan Manwarren.

Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, August 19, 2009, at 11:00 AM, from West Ridge Church in Dallas, GA, with Reverend Brian Bloye officiating. The family will receive friends at Clark Funeral Home on Tuesday, August 18, 2009, from 4:00 PM until 8:00 PM.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in his memory to the South Paulding High School (SPHS) Gates Nichols Memorial Scholarship Fund 1364 Winn Road, Douglasville, GA 30134.

Clark Funeral Home in Hiram, GA, is in charge of arrangements. www.samclarkfuneralhome.com

[I'm Floored]

Our condolences are extended to the Nichols family. He was a wonderful man, full of fun and life. He had a tremendous musical talent, and touched many lives through his gift. He was also one of our oldest son's favorite substitute teachers! We will miss you, Gates!

[ohmygosh]

Gates was the steel guitar player for Confederate Railroad until he retired in Dec. 2008.

[INSANE]

He was truly a wonderful man and will be missed!

[bluegrass]

I haven't seen him in years, but he will be missed. He played the steel professionally, but when he and I played he always picked up the bass. I think that was his favorite. RIP Gates.

[jwhomes]

Gates touched the lives of many people, young and old alike! SPHS has lost a terrific substitute teacher. He will be greatly missed. Bev and family, you all are in our thoughts and prayers.

[aimless]

I only met him when he was already sick, but from the memories that his family and friends shared together I can see what a special person he was. His life will never be forgotten. He will be a blessed member of Heaven's band now and playing with the angels. Prayers are with his family and friends during this difficult time. Let the happy memories get you through the cloudy days.