Ann Nichols (née Ralston) passed away on March 29, 2026, in Wichita, KS. She was born on January 20, 1958, in El Dorado, KS, to parents Warren and Elizabeth Ralston.

Ann graduated from El Dorado High School and attended Butler County Community College. She worked for a time as a nursing assistant, but her proudest achievement was her children, Amy and Matt.

Ann lived life simply and genuinely. Her love for her children was unconditional and unwavering. She would readily give compliments, and she stayed close to the people she loved through frequent short phone calls. Not because she had a lot of news to share, but simply because she wanted to hear their voices and get any updates on what was new in their lives or what was for dinner. She had a unique sense of humor and liked to make others smile.

Ann was an avid Chiefs fan who enjoyed watching games with her friends and staying current on celebrity news, especially when it involved her favorite players. She also loved staying up all night with her friends watching The Golden Girls. She adored her cats, including several that had adopted her.

Ann is survived by her brothers, Mark (Celia) Ralston and Paul (Kim) Ralston; her daughter, Amy Luce; her son, Matt (Stephanie) Luce; her grandchildren, Caleb Alfaro, Elliott, Oliver, and Asher Luce; her longtime companion, John Harker; and five nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, Warren and Elizabeth "Beth" Ralston.

A graveside service and burial will be held at Sunset Lawns Cemetery, El Dorado, KS.