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Mary Lou (Hearrell) Nickell, a resident of Roff, Oklahoma, was born in Olney, Oklahoma, to Robert Pyous and Sadie (Taylor) Hearrell on February 20, 1939. She passed away peacefully at her home in Roff on November 14, 2025, at the age of 86.
Mary graduated from Olney High School in 1957 and married her childhood sweetheart, Tommy Lee Nickell, on February 21, 1957, at their pastor's home in Allen, Oklahoma. Together they built a full and joyful life surrounded by family and friends.
In 1963, Mary and Tommy moved to Nye County, Nevada, where Mary devoted herself to her community. She drove a school bus for local children, volunteered with EMS, and served on the Nye County School Board. She and her family also ran a successful business "Nickell's Quick Stop" for more than 20 years near the California, Nevada line, all while raising their two sons. Mary stayed active by participating in local bowling and softball leagues, always finding joy in being part of her community.
After 32 years in Nevada, Mary and Tommy returned to Oklahoma to be near family. Mary quickly became a beloved and active part of the Roff community. A talented quilter, she was commissioned to create traditional tribal dresses for the Chickasaw Council House Museum. She was also a devoted member of Hickory Baptist Church, where she actively supported Vacation Bible School and volunteered at Falls Creek Church Camp. Mary was often found volunteering in the kitchen at the Chickasaw Senior site in Tishomingo.
Mary lived a life marked by service, creativity, and deep love for her family, friends, and community. Her legacy will continue to warm the hearts of all who knew her.
SURVIVED BY
Husband: Tommy Nickell
Son: Jerald Nickell and wife Lynda Nickell of Kingston, OK
Granddaughters: Chandra DeSosa and husband Jon of Pompano Beach, FL
Sara Miller and husband Micheal of Pahrump, NV
Great Granddaughters: Cheyenne Ingram and husband Jarrett of Crandall, TX
Shelby Gallegos and husband Christian of Yukon, OK
Ellie Nickell of Oklahoma City, OK
Campbell DeSosa of Pompano Beach, FL
Great Great Grandchildren: Adonis and Maverick Ingram and Lilianna Gallegos
Siblings: Flora Ann Fink of Mustang, OK
Charles Lee Hearrell and wife Joyce of Bennington, OK
Annette Tolbert and husband Brian of Tishomingo, OK
Ulysses Hearrell and wife Cheryl of Tishomingo, OK
Allen Hearrell of Tishomingo, OK
Pamela Tolbert and husband Donald of Tishomingo, OK
Kimberly Otis of Mill Creek, OK
Great Aunt: Jannette Taylor of Coalgate, OK
Along with many nieces, nephews, and many beloved friends
PRECEDED IN DEATH BY
Parents: Robert Pyous and Sadie (Taylor) Hearrell
Son: Robert Norman Nickell
Great Great Granddaughter: Mia Rose Gallegos
Brothers: Jimmy Joe Hearrell, Robert Hearrell Jr., Wendell Hearrell and Ronnie Hearrell
Along with numerous nieces, nephews and many dearly loved friends
DATE OF SERVICES: 2:00 PM Friday, November 21st, 2025
PLACE OF SERVICES: Brown's Funeral Chapel, Coalgate, Oklahoma
OFFICIATING: Brother Eddie Hogue
INTERMENT: Moore Cemetery
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HONORARY CASKETBEARERS:
VISITATION Thursday 6-8PM
There will be a luncheon held from 11:30am to 1:30 pm at the Coalgate Community Building.
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