Billy Gene Nichols Sr., 84 of Plattsburg, MO, formerly of Rushville, MO, went to be with the Lord on Monday, February 19, 2024. Bill was born on Aug. 16,1939 in Stockton, MO. to James and Pearl (Bishop) Nichols. In his early years he was a cowboy for Newby Brothers, and later raised tobacco & livestock. He loved spending time with his family and friends and never knew a stranger. He loved his border collies and horses, and enjoyed farming, raising cattle, and playing his harmonica.

Bill was preceded in death by his parents, son Billy G. Nichols Jr., 2 sisters Edna Bernard and Mary Ann Dockery, 4 brothers Jimmy, Alvin, Lee Roy and Virgil Nichols.

Survivors include his wife Shirley Nichols of the home; his children Larry Nichols of Lake, Michigan, Cindy (Randy) Sloan of Gower, MO., Linda (Cliff) Boatright of Weston, MO., Sherri (Ron) Shatto of Plattsburg MO, daughter-in-law Karla Nichols of Dekalb, MO, 8 grandchildren, 7 great grandchildren, and sisters Ellen Harris of Raymore MO., and Minnie Asher of Cameron MO.

A private family inurnment will be held at Mt. Zion Cemetery Gower MO., at a later date.  The family suggests memorial gifts to the Plattsburg Senior Center.  Online obituary and guestbook at www.baileycox.com , Arrangements Bailey & Cox Family Funeral Service Plattsburg MO.