Hickory – DeAnna Nichols of Hickory passed away at Frye Regional Medical Center on December 23, 2019. She was born on June 18, 1970 in West Virginia. DeAnna was the wife of Marty Nichols for 18 years. DeAnna Nichols worked in the home for several years. She was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, daughter, and friend to many. DeAnna, also, had two dear dogs, Tiki and Rocco, that loved her. DeAnna was preceded in death by her step-father Tom Spears and her brother Claude Hunter, Jr. In addition to her husband, DeAnna is survived by her daughter, Brittany Cummings; her grandchildren Kaicen and Kambry. She is survived by her mother, Muriel Spears and siblings: Kim Thompson, Mike Hunter, and Eddie Hunter.DeAnna is survived by numerous nieces and nephews. A memorial service will be held at the chapel of Evans Funeral Service on Thursday, January 2, 2020 at 3:00 pm; officiated by Pastor Jerome Cash. The family will receive friends at 2:00 pm until 3:00 pm. DeAnna loved flowers and in her memory the family would greatly appreciate flowers being sent to Evans Funeral Service for her memorial. Online condolences may be sent to www.evansfuneralservice.com Evans Funeral Service is serving the Nichols family.