Mrs. Emma Jean Nichols

September 20, 1948 - January 30, 2021

Emma Jean Nichols, 72, of Robertsdale, passed away peacefully on Saturday, January 30, 2021. Emma is survived by her husband, Kenneth Nichols; her son, Charles (Donna) Gates; stepdaughter, Nicole (Lance) Bailey; five grandchildren, Adrienne Gates, Courtney Gates, Parker Bailey, Tanner Bailey, and Mary Nichols; brother, George Campbell; sister, Kay (Sonny) Hinote; and many loving nieces, nephews, and cousins. She joins her parents, William and Lucille; brother, Bruce Campbell; and stepson, Jason Nichols in heaven. Emma was born on September 20, 1948, to William Mack Campbell and Lucille Eunice Monroe Campbell in Robertsdale, AL. After Emma graduated from Robertsdale High School, she went on to have over a fifty-year career as a beautician in Robertsdale. She was married to Kenneth Wayne Nichols on June 30, 1987 and shared 33 loving years with him. Emma was a generous community member, offering her time and cooking to anyone who needed it. She truly loved to cook, and that was evident to anyone who was ever blessed to have her fried chicken, cakes, or canning. A lifelong member of Robertsdale United Methodist Church, she loved participating in bake sales and auctions that supported the church. She was an avid Alabama Football fan and loved cheering “Roll Tide” with her husband Ken on Saturdays in the fall. Funeral services will take place on Wednesday, February 3, 2021 at 2 p.m. with visitation beginning at 1 p.m. at Robertsdale United Methodist Church.