By james art Chenoa Nickerson of Gilbert, Arizona, died unexpectedly last August while on a Grand Canyon hiking trip, leaving family, friends and community members deeply saddened. Known for their deep love of theater, Chenois’ family, led by her husband Andrew Nickerson, created a fundraising campaign to support the performing arts program at Christ Greenfield School, where her youngest stepdaughter, Avery, hopes to follow her steps by joining the theater team.
Chenois’ passion for the arts is known among those close to her. She had a lifelong love of Broadway and performing, often filling her home with Disney songs and sharing the joy of live theater with her stepdaughters at local shows. Her legacy now aims to inspire a new generation of performers as her family dedicates this fundraising campaign to upgrade theater equipment, maintain set materials, costumes and other program needs at Christ Greenfield.
The fundraiser, launched on October 28, 2024, has received generous support with six donations totaling $880 so far. Contributions came from supporters such as Pamela Allman and Tammy Sobieraj, whose touching tributes described Chenois as a “beautiful mother” who gave selflessly to those around her. The campaign includes a matching pledge from an anonymous donor who promises to match each donation up to $50,000, potentially allowing the family to contribute a total of $100,000 to the program.
In a touching Facebook post, Tammy Sobieraj encouraged friends and family to “prayerfully consider” donating to continue Chenoa’s legacy, while Lyndsay Kahler Ermeling shared her admiration for this “sacrificial gift” in honor of Chenoa’s love of the performing arts. In memory of Chenois, the school will establish an annual See the Good Award with a plaque to tell her story, ensuring her light continues to inspire.
Our deepest sympathies go out to the family and friends of Chenoa Nickerson. May her memory be a source of comfort and may her legacy of love and passion bring light to many young performers in the years to come.
Summary by Chenoa Nickerson
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Name | Chenoa Nickerson |
| Date of passage | August 2024 |
| Fundraiser created by | Andrew Nickerson |
| Target amount | $50,000 corresponds to the potential to reach $100,000 |
| Amount collected | 880 dollars |
| Location | Gilbert, Arizona |
| Target | Support Christ Greenfield School’s theater and performing arts program |
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