Donna Rae Lammering Nichols, age 66, passed away on February 11, 2019. She was born on October 18, 1952 in Chicago, IL and was raised in Munster, IN. Donna graduated from Purdue University where she received her B.S. and M.S. degrees. She married her beloved husband Richard Carter Nichols on June 18, 1977. Donna had an enthusiasm for life and lived it with joy, grace, and faith. She was devoted to her family, friends and teaching children. As a dedicated elementary school teacher, her career spanned 25 years as a teacher in both IN and IL before her retirement in 2012. Donna will be remembered for her caring heart for family and friends. Her positive approach to life was an inspiration to all. Donna is survived by her husband, Richard Carter Nichols; daughters Christen (Leo) Morand and Kimberly (Mark) Fletcher; son Eric (Chelsey) Nichols; grandchildren Noah Fletcher, Lucy Morand, Claire Morand, Benjamin Fletcher, Robert Morand and Hannah Fletcher; mother Elsie Lammering; sister Dale (Dan) Doogs; brother Richard (Patti) Lammering; and many cousins, nieces and nephews, and friends. She was preceeded in death by her father Donald R. Lammering. Funeral Home: Glen Ellyn 1170 Roosevelt Road Glen Ellyn, IL US 60137