Johnny Emmanuel "Bubbie" Nichols Obituary (1994 - 2009)

Johnny Emmanuel Nichols 'Bubbie', 14, passed away peacefully into the open arms of our Heavenly Father. He passed away at home surrounded by the many people that loved him. Johnny died from complications of Trisomy 18. He is survived by his loving parents, Steven and Collette Nichols, and a big brother Bryan Nichols of the home; maternal grandparents, Jean and Harold Ferree; paternal grandparents, Rodger and Gwen Nichols; his godfather, Norman Pronovost and his pet 'Ritchie' whom he adored. Johnny was a lifelong resident of Springfield, MA. His favorite job was being a change bandit for Children's Miracle Network for years. Johnny was a world traveler(went many places). His favorite beach was Labbaddee, Haiti. He loved Carribbean music. He loved playing with balloons and balls. His eyes would light up and always has a smile that won your heart. He loved wrestling around with his big brother Bryan, and going on walks with mom. He absolutely loved life and lived it to the fullest. He loved Winnie the Pooh and Nemo. He leaves a host of treasured caregivers who adored him: Carol, Daisy, Karen, Tim, Shawn, Daniel, Julius, Erika, and Angel. There were many special people in his loving life who fell in love with him at first sight. Johnny touched many people's lives with his love for life. The wake will be Monday, March 23, 2009 at Puerta Del Cielo(r) Funeral Home from 7 to 9 p.m. With Burial in the Massachusetts Veterans' Memorial Cemetery, Agawam, MA, on Tuesday, March 24 at 10 a.m. Pastor Peters with Bethany Assembly of God will be presiding. At the time of the funeral there will be a balloon release, please feel free to bring your balloon. 'Holding on and letting go.' Flowers are welcome, but donations in his memory can be made to your choice: Support Organization for Trisomy, www.trisomy.org or SOFT USA Barb Vanherreweghe 2982 South Union Street Rochester, NY 14624 , Shriners Hospital for Children, www.shrinershq.org or 516 Carew St., Springfield, MA , Children's Miracle Network, www.childrensmiraclenetwork.org or at Baystate Medical Center, Springfield, MA, or to any Veterans' Organization in Springfield.