Born on the family ranch in Morgan Hill on September 27, 1918, Lillian was a life-long resident of Morgan Hill. She passed away on November 3, 2008, at her home at the age of 90.
She attended Machado Grammar School and Live Oak High School, graduating in 1936. She also attended San Jose State and the Don Lux Beauty Academy. Lillian married Jimmy Nicholls and they were happily married for 26 years until his death in 1967. They had three children, Richard (Dick), Linda and Debra.
Lillian is survived by her daughters; Linda (Hank) Leimas and Debra Orr. Her son, Dick, preceded her in death in 2005. She is also survived by her daughter-in-law, Brigitte Nicholls and her grandchildren; Scott (Stephanie) Leimas, Shelley (Chris) Darman, Emilee Walker, Mitchell Orr, Justin Nicholls and Jerrod Nicholls. Also, her great grandchildren; Leah and Aiden Walker, Kade and Kinsey Darman; her cousins, Marian Stiedley and Raymond Dauberg, and numerous nieces, nephews and beloved family members. A funeral service will take place on Sunday, November 9, 2008 at 1:00 P.M. at Johnson Funeral Home, 17720 Monterey Street in Morgan Hill. Interment to follow at Mt. Hope Memorial Park, Morgan Hill.
