Susan Yvonne Nichols

Susan Yvonne Nichols (Beauchamp)

Passed away peacefully at 12:35PM on January 19. 2024 at the age of 70.

She was born in Anaheim, CA on April 28, 1953

Predeceased by her mother and farther Pauline and Harry Beauchamp

Survived by her husband Ron of 28 years. Her son Joel Goehler, stepson Chris Nichols, her brother Steve Beauchamp, half sister and brother Christine and Dennis McHale and grandchildren Emma, Sam and Max Nichols.

Susan was a graduate of Afton HS and went on to become one of the first female barge dispatchers on the Mississippi and Ohio rivers. She later left that field and entered Cosmetology becoming a hairstylist which she continued for 30 years. Susan was an exceptionally creative person doing embroidery, knitting and needle point. Always designing and creating beautiful things for others. Susan was a wonderful mother and an extraordinary wife always caring for everyone else. She will be truly missed.

Donations in lieu of flowers: American Heart Assoc.

5 Comments

  1. Dennis McHale on January 23, 2024 at 3:17 am

    My Sis, was the most courageous, beautiful, loving, funny, intelligent and bitchin soul. Admittedly a viewpoint that might be a bit focused at this time considering this is a comment posted on a crematorium website and in doing so it is an acknowledgment that Sis is no longer here on ‘this side’. Yet as a Christian Woman who understood concepts deep and profound about her faith, love and grace upon grace; of Him, I rest assured that we shall meet again at ‘That Great Rising Up Morn’ when we will sing praises as we feast on the finest fair at ‘The Welcome Table’. Until that time I relish in recalling those deep discussions we engaged in about politics, family, The Lord and surfing (not necessarily in that order). I admit, I’m tearfully rejoicing that she is indeed in His Loving Arms. Lvud



  2. Christine on January 23, 2024 at 6:34 am

    My Sister Susan-my best friend, my rock, my teacher. She always supported my decisions without criticism. We shared many of the same interests, when it came to being creative. We both loved sewing, and shared our completed projects by pictures. She so loved her family & friends, and stepped up when needed. She will be missed by so many, but never forgotten. She will always be with us in our hearts and in our memories created. She now sits at the “Welcome Table” in Heaven. Love you always Sis. 💓



  3. Bev Winterer on January 23, 2024 at 2:30 pm

    Dear Ron, Joel, and Chris.
    Our Susan will always be in our hearts and our thoughts and prayers for you will continue.
    May you hold the wonderful memories in your hearts and May it bring you peace.
    Fly high my friend until we meet again.

    Bev and Frank Winterer



  4. Flossie Suda on January 24, 2024 at 3:14 pm

    Worked with Susan for many years at the Hampton Salon. Still shocked and saddened by her too early passing. She was talented and fun and won’t ever be forgotten. Prayers to Joel and the entire family. ❤️



  5. Cary McHale Curtis on January 26, 2024 at 10:21 pm

    All the memories of my sister Susan and of growing up in Anaheim, Ca. came flooding back with her passing. What a great childhood we all had together. Susan, such a beautiful soul who will always be in my heart.
    Prayers to Ron, his family and to Steve and family.
    Rest my sister until we meet again💕



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