Nichole M. Lukas, 40, passed away suddenly on Friday, June 26, 2020 at her home surrounded by her family. Nichole was born in Norfolk, VA., on December 13, 1979. She was educated in the Springfield School System and was employed as a telemarketer in the internet sales industry. Nichole loved listening to music, played in several bands growing up and enjoyed playing video games. An avid gamer, Nichole was always tweaking and developing new software systems for numerous gaming companies in her spare time. She is survived by her mother, Nida Richers and her husband, Gregg Richers of East Longmeadow; her father, Edward Lukas of Holyoke; a half-brother, Ryan Lukas; two half-sisters, Elizabeth and Lyndsey Lukas; as well as her boyfriend, Erin Fett of East Longmeadow. A Life Celebration Service will be scheduled at a later date. Arrangements entrusted to the Byron Keenan Funeral Home and Cremation Tribute Center, 1858 Allen Street, Springfield. For additional information please visit www.byronkeenan.com