Willie Gray Nichols Obituary
The family of Willie Gray Nichols of Hamilton, Alabama announces her passing on September 9, 2026. Willie, born on August 31, 1941, is remembered by family, friends, and others who shared time and connection. Family and friends can send flowers and/or light a candle as a loving gesture for their loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Willie Gray Nichols to show support.
Family, friends, and acquaintances remember Willie for her warmth, thoughtfulness, and the moments shared together. While she will be deeply missed, the influence she had on the lives around her remains. Loved ones will reflect on the time spent together. Willie’s memory will live on in the hearts of friends and family, a lasting reminder of the connections and experiences she brought to the world.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Lecil Stanford and Stella Stanford. She is survived by: her husband William Nichols of Hamilton, AL; her daughters, Lorie Norris of Hamilton, AL and Jeannie Harper of Hamilton, AL.; her sister Frances Cantrell of Sulligent, AL.; her granddaughter Rebecca Norris; and her great grandchildren, Adalynn Pate and Remington Carpenter.
Visitation was held on Friday, September 11th 2026 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the Otts Funeral Home Chapel (4255 US-278, Sulligent, AL 35586). A funeral service was held on Saturday, September 12th 2026 at 2:00 PM at the same location. A burial was held on Saturday, September 12th 2026 at the Liberty Cemetery.
