Lucile Nokes

Lucile M. Nokes 91, Fort Atkinson, passed away on Saturday, November 9, 2019 at Fairhaven Senior Living in Whitewater, WI. Lucile was born on January 4, 1928 in Salina, Kansas to Robert Dean and Carol (Smith) Swift. In 1948, Lucile married Arnold Nokes and together they had three boys. She was a dedicated worker at Highsmith for many years. She enjoyed puzzles, knitting, reading books, watching golf, and especially spending time with her grandchildren. Lucile is survived by her children, Edward (Rita) Nokes, Lyle (Angie) Nokes, James Nokes; grandchildren, Brent, Kirk, Eric, Heather, Scott, Gina, T.J.; great-grandchildren, Margaret, Eleanor, Tyler, Jack, Griffin, Wyatt, Kory; brother, Wendell Swift; sister-in-law, Haruye Swift; many nieces, nephews and friends. She is preceded in death by her parents, Robert Dean and Carol Swift; siblings, Wilbur (Betty) Swift, Lawrence Swift, Lorinne (Allen) Muhasky; and special friend, Lawrence Northey. Memorials can be made in Lucile's name to the Lewy Body Dementia Association or the Michael J. Fox Foundation. The family would like to give special thanks to Fairhaven and Rainbow Hospice staff for their exceptional care. The family would also like to give special thanks to Wendell Swift for his help with Lucile. A Memorial Service will take place at 11AM on Saturday, November 16, 2019 at the Nitardy Funeral Home, 550 N. Newcomb St., Whitewater, WI 53190. www.nitardyfuneralhome.com