Frederick Willard Nichols, Jr
1924 ~ 2010
Frederick Willard Nichols, Jr, passed away from natural causes on July 20, 2010 with his wife by his side. "Will" was born in Salt Lake City, Utah, September 8, 1924, and spent his growing up years there. He served in the Navy during World War II. After returning he married Ramona Pexton on September 10, 1948. He graduated from the U of U with a degree in Architecture. Will was always happy and enjoyed sharing his sense of humor with those around him. Will was a partner in the firm Nichols Naylor Architect, until retiring at the age of 80. He was from the old school of drafting with paper and pencil. He expressed his talents as an architect designing buildings at Hogle Zoo and commercial buildings throughout the city. His pride and joy was designing of schools for the Jordan School District.
Will is survived by his wife, Ramona; children, Cary (Patricia), Kristi Naylor (Russell), Shelley Fenton, and Tracy (Michelle); 13 grandchildren, and 19 great-grandchildren with two more on the way; and sister, Anita Bader. He is preceded in death by his sister, Dorothy Geary.
The family would like to thank all those at Legacy House of Taylorsville, and Haven Home Health and Hospice for all the care they have given to Will.
A graveside service will be held at 11:00 on Friday, July 23 at Mount Olivet Cemetery, in Salt Lake City.