Donald’s Obituary
Nicholson, Donald “Shorty”: 90 years, passed away peacefully on Saturday, January 13th, 2018 at Erie Shores Healthcare in Leamington. Loving husband to the late Audrey (2011). Dear father to Jill Nicholson of Beamsville, and Kevin and his wife Lisa of Leamington. Special Grandpa to Lauren and Megan. Also survived by a nephew Dave (Carmie) Connor of LaSalle, great nieces Julia & Stephanie, and his furry friend Lacey. Predeceased by his parents Lorne and Fannie Nicholson, a sister Marguerite (Don) Connor, a brother Kenneth, and a niece Sue Beaupre. Don, together with his wife Audrey, were proud to call Leamington home, and donated so much of their time to many organizations. Don retired after 32 years at Fords, served as Councillor for the Town of Leamington for 20 years, was a member of the Leamington United Church, the Leamington Lions Club, coached the Johnston Beavers hockey team and the Leamington Jr. Barons baseball team. The family would like to thank the doctors, nurses and staff at Erie Shores Healthcare for the care given to Don. Visiting at the Hammond Funeral Home 17 Little Street South, Wheatley on Wednesday from 2-4 & 7-9 p.m. Funeral Service from the Leamington United Church (9 John Street) on Thursday, January 18th, 2018 at 11:00 a.m. with Rev. Paul Rodey officiating. Cremation will follow. Memorial donations may be made by cheque to the Canadian Cancer Society, the Heart & Stroke Foundation, or the charity of your choice.
Nos plus sincères sympathies à la famille et aux amis de Donald Shorty Nicholson December 5 1927 January 13 2018.source
Décès pour la Ville: Wheatley, Province: Ontario
