Nickalle Anne Ehlers---5 ½, Minot, ND, and Towner, ND, died Saturday, July 18, 2020 in a Minot hospital.   Nickalle was born on December 7, 2014 in Grand Forks, ND, the daughter of Chenise Ehlers and Matthew Rodriquez. A loving and proud sister. She was raised in Warroad, MN, Grand Forks, ND, and Towner, ND, where she attended the Early Head start program, for one year in Towner and her last year in Warroad.   Nickalle was vibrant and sassy, she was incredibly smart, and was the most beautiful baby girl. Nickalle had a smile that lit up the room. She had the most precious big brown eyes and they were so full of love. Nickalle was a little musical ballerina, she danced and sang almost everywhere she went. She drew amazing pictures, completed with an entire story to go along with them. Nickalle loved pets, coloring, reading, playing outside, unicorns “corn-corns”, monkeys and mermaids. She was always happy and loved unconditionally with all her heart. She was a big cuddler and gave the most amazing hugs. Our hearts are forever broken. Our beloved “monkey”, “sassy-pants” will be profoundly missed.  Nickalle is survived by her mother: Chenise Ehlers, Minot; father: Matthew Rodriquez, Minot; Siblings: Bryce, Brennan and a new sibling on the way;Maternal grandparents: Becky Searle, Grand Forks, ND; Rich Ehlers, Warroad, MN;Paternal grandparents: Daniel and Meghan Rodriquez, Grand Forks, ND; several great-grandparents, great-great grandparents, aunts, uncles and cousins.   Nickalle was preceded in death by her great-grandparents Mariano “Papa” Rodriquez, John L. Ehlers, and Timm A. Searle.   Due to COVID-19 capacity restrictions, two private family services will be held to allow more family members to celebrate Nickalle’s life.