Mary Christians

Mary Christians age 48 of Westbrook, formerly of Eufaula, OK, passed away Monday, September 17, 2012 at Sanford Hospital in Sioux Falls after an extended illness. 

Memorial services will be at 11:00 a.m. Friday, September 21 at the Westbrook Funeral Home. 

Visitation is one hour prior to services at the funeral home on Friday.  Private family burial will be at a later date.  Stephens Funeral Service – Westbrook Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements. 

Mary Sue Nichols was born April 9, 1964 in Lakewood, California to Leonard and Regina (Carr) Nichols.  On October 3, 1998 she was united in marriage to Curtis Christians at Oak Ridge Baptist Church in Longtown, OK.  Mary had a passion for helping people.  Prior to her illness she worked as a nurse’s assistant.  She enjoyed animals, playing darts, gardening, and fishing.  Mary loved spending time with Curtis, her nephews and nieces, and visiting with people.  

Mary is survived by her husband Curtis; nieces and nephews: Lacey Ward of Eufaula, OK, Amy Nichols of Norman, OK, Noor and Noah Garoui, and Landon Wooten.  She is also survived by siblings: Sydney (David) Duke of Modesto, CA, Debra Garoui of Keller, TX, David (Terri) Nichols of Eufaula, OK, and Daniel Nichols of Modesto, CA; and many other relatives and friends.  She is preceded in death by her parents and brother Otto “Lynn” Copeland, and step-father David Kersey.