Ralph Earl Nichols, 82

Ralph Earl Nichols, age 82 of Bentley Creek, PA passed away on January 29, 2019 with his family by his side. Son of the late Ralph Leo Nichols and Elsie Fuller Nichols. Ralph opened Central Appliance Service out of his home, eventually moving the business to 14th Street in Elmira Heights. He was known by many in the Twin Tiers of New York & PA for his excellence in service. Ralph was co-owner/developer of Pine Croft Golf Course, past President at the Ridgebury Sportsman's Club, past member of the Ridgebury Volunteer Fire Department and served Military Duty in the US Army. He was always ready to lend a hand to others.

He is survived by his wife of 63 years, Joann Nichols; Daughters: Sherry (Vern) Cooper, Linda Folkers, Cindi (Chris) Norton, Sue (Rick) Williams, Joy (Dan) Cooke; 10 Grandchildren, 17 Great-Grandchildren; sister Patricia (Ramon) Yale; brother-in-law Denny Sullivan; and several loved nieces & nephews.

Ralph was pre-deceased by his sister/brother-in-law Angeline & Dick Yale, sister-in-law Joyce Sullivan and son-in-law Bill Folkers.

A "Celebration of Life" will be held at the Ridgebury Sportsman's Club this Saturday February 2nd, 2018 from 2:00 pm to 6:00 pm. Come and share some of your favorite memories with family and friends. In lieu of flowers, donations would be accepted on behalf of the family for the "Youth Program" at The Ridgebury Sportsman's Club. Ralph was an avid Sportsman enjoying many years of hunting and fishing.

Thoughts may be shared with the family by visiting tiogapointcremation.com . Caring services are being provided by Cooley Tioga Point Cremation & Burial Options, Athens,