LTC James H. Nichols, USA [ret.], filed his final flight plan 22 June 2007 at 0510 hours. He flew immediately to be with his God. He was surrounded by his wife of 57 years, Ann T. Nichols, his daughters Carole Nichols shburn and Cheryl E. Nichols, son-in-law Chuck Mashburn, grand son Michael Mashburn, and close family friends, Sara Jo Greer, Beth P. Starling, Patsy Meek, and the Rev. Stanley Carter. Col. Nichols was at home as per his wishes. He was interred at Ft. Sam Houston National Cemetery 25 June 2007 with full military honors. He will be greatly missed by everyone.