Kenneth NicholsTullahoma, TNKenneth Calvin Nichols, of Tullahoma, TN, was called home to heaven after a long illness, where he was cared for over an extended period of time by his loving daughter, Kelly, in her home in Nashville, TN, and his son, Travis, on December 10, 2016, at the age of 70. Kenneth was born on April 30, 1946, in Knoxville, TN, to Joe and Edith Nichols. He played football and graduated from Carter High School in 1964. He was a dedicated member of the Tullahoma First Baptist Church, and often contributed donations to The Salvation Army, St. Jude, Smile Train, The St. Joseph Indian School, numerous veterans charities, along with many other worthy charities. He was a strong supporter of the second amendment and a strong supporter of the NRA. He enjoyed traveling, riding motorcycles, WWII era aviation and coin collecting. His love was his children and grandchildren.Kenneth is proceeded in death by his parents, Joe and Edith Nichols, of Knoxville, TN. Kenneth is survived by his children, Kelly Lynn Diaz (Paul), of Nashville and Travis Nichols (Lacie), of Tullahoma; grandchildren, Katherine, Olivia Kirby, Gracie, Reed, Josey, Emma, Elle, and Evva; and great-grandchild, Crew; brother, Gary Nichols; and nephew, Joshua Nichols.Visitation is from 5:00PM to 7:00 PM on December 16, 2016, at McCarty Evergreen Funeral Home, in Knoxville TN, with a funeral to follow Saturday December 17, 2016, at 1:00 PM. The burial will follow the service at Hillcrest Cemetery, in Dandridge, TN. All are welcome to attend and celebrate Kenneth's life. Condolences can be sent to McCarty Evergreen Funeral Home.