Nichols, James F. Age 77, of Blaine, passed away on Feb. 3 in Health & Rehab of New Brighton. Preceded in death by parents, Farnum and Jeannette. Survived by his wife of 36 years, Therese; children, Gina (Kelvin) Vartti, Lori (Dale) Goehring, Lonnie Morrison; grandchildren, Isak and Jacob Vartti; Molly (Mohamed) Elian; Allison and Jeremy Morrison; great-grandchild, Deedee Elian; sister, Joyce (Bernie) Hughes; daughters, Valeree (Jeff) Bradway and Janel (Larry) Lee; son, Bill Nichols; grandchildren, Ryan Bradway, Arielle Bradway, Ayja Radwanski, Bailey Lee and great grandchildren Austin, Jayda & Ryan Jr. Bradway, along with many relatives and friends. 31 year employee of Unisys in Roseville. Celebration of Life at a later date followed by interment at Ft. Snelling National Cemetery. Memorials preferred to Our Lady of Peace Hospice or Minneapolis Disabled Veterans.