In Remembrance Of
Jessie Nichols
Jessie Nichols, 96, of Smithville, MO passed away, March 3, 2025.
She was born on June 4, 1928 to Oscar and Clara Evalena (Wisler) Perkins in Clay County, MO where she grew up and attended school.
On July 31, 1944 she was united in marriage to J.C. “Jake” Schroeder. They had nine children and were married for 27 years. On September 8, 1973 she married Charlie Nichols. After their marriage they lived in Smithville where they made their home. He preceded her in death on July 14, 2015.
Jessie was a seamstress for many years and worked at Justus Drug. In her later years she enjoyed building furniture. She retired from Security Bank in Smithville at the age of 93.
She was preceded in death by her parents and her siblings, Nora Cascone, Bud Perkins and Charlie Perkins; and son-in-law, Larry Leslie.
Jessie is survived by her children, Joyce (Kenneth) Britt, Jeanette Leslie, Dwight (Linda) Schroeder, Jeanne Epperson, Carl (Mary) Schroeder, Jerri Schroeder, Jennifer (Robbie) Chambers, Jill Schroeder, and Jesse Schroeder; twenty grandchildren, twenty-nine great-grandchildren, fourteen great-great-grandchildren; other relatives and many friends.
Funeral Service: 2:00 p.m. Saturday, March 8th at the Smithville Christian Church with visitation following until 5:00 p.m.
Donations may be made to the Community of Smithville Memorial Cemetery.
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Service Details
Following the service until 5:00 p.m.
2:00 p.m. Saturday, March 8th at the Smithville Christian Church
Comments & condolences
16 comments
Greg & Kathy Atkins & Beth James
We’re so sorry to learn of Jessie’s death. sending our condolences and prayers to all the family.
Jerry Middleton
Obviously knew Jessie a long time, but later in life I saw her a lot at our bank. I ALWYS tried to go to her spot, as she was such fun lady, and we always had a few things to talk about. What an inspiration and an example to others, that just can’t seem to find a way to work or whatever. She was a great lady.
Kathie (Warring) Backhaus
Your mom was amazing! My husband so enjoyed talking to her at the bank! She was always so sharp! Much love and condolences to her family. She was a treasure!
John and Lisa Barber
Jessie was quite a gal! Such spunk and always looking for the next adventure or something new to learn. She will certainly be missed by her community❤️Our love to all her family.
Debi Ebling
She was a wonderful person. Had many talents! I’m so very sorry for your loss. Your family will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Linda Goodwin
Please accept my sincere condolences to the family for there loss.
Laura Justus Irvin
Jessie was a one of a kind! She could do anything she set her mind to. She was a wonderful mentor to me in my high school years. Taught me perseverance and to stay positive when the going gets hard. The best part of her was her laugh and her quick humor. What a wonderful person. Thinking of all the family. Best, Laura Justus Irvin
Vicky Deering
Condolences to the family from the Ramsey Family. Prayers to Jessie 🙏
Janice E Hopson
WE are so sorry to hear of Jesse’s passing. She will be dearly missed. Stottlemyre Family
Nita Pridgen
Loved her she was the best. We would joke around all
Of the time. 💔💔
Kevin and Patty Berbericc cc h
Jill has been my friend since long ago at Southwestern Bell. In all these years she spoke of her mother and amazed me with all the thing her mother was doing! I was especially in awe at the number of years that your mother worked in the system for so many years. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your children and the rest of your family !
Janice Callaway Stephens
I’m so sorry to hear of your Mom’s passing! sending prayers for comfort!
Tami Reese
Jennifer, I’m so sorry your heart is suffering this loss. It’s a process we will never understand. I pray that your mother will rest in eternal peace.
Beth Asher
Hugs and prayers to Jessie’s family and friends. She was the sweetest, most inspirational strong woman I have ever met.
Kris ward
You mom was so sweet. My prayers to the family.
Millis Matthews
I will miss her a lot, but just think she’s up there with Debbie Shipley, jumping around planting her plants. Love you all.