Obituary for Nikola Skvoric
On October 29, 2020, Nikola left the world after a
lengthy battle with cancer. Nikola was in his 74th
year and had led a full life of love, kindness,
compassion and generosity. He leaves behind his
loving wife Lela of 51 years; their wonderful children:
son Darko and daughter Tania and son-in-law
Christopher; his adoring grandchildren Mackenzie,
Emma and Alexis who loving refer his as their Didi;
younger brother Marko (Katica) in Germany and
sister Barbara (late husband August). Uncle to many
nieces and nephews in Canada, Croatia and
Germany.
Nikola gave everything of himself to ensure the
happiness of his family and others. Many will
remember Nikola behind the counter at Country
Style Butcher on Ottawa Street in Hamilton, where he
worked side by side with Lela. He was happiest
dealing with the many customers that would regularly
visit and would eventually be called friends if not
family. He continued his service with the public when
he and Lela opened up Queenston Manor
Retirement Home on Queenston Road in Hamilton in
June of 2000. He extended his arms once again in
helping the elderly continue to a more independent
lifestyle. There were many a Christmas dinners that
included residence and their families at the dinner
table.
For those who knew Nikola best he was the happiest
at providing an elaborate barbeque that both friends
and family would enjoy. He was definitely a Master
at the grill.
Nikola passed in the early hours of the morning
peacefully surrounded by the ones he loved most.
The family wishes to extended their deepest gratitude
to the staff at St. Joseph’s Hospital, CTU 4th floor for
their incredible care and compassion during his final
days. They always took into account Nikola’s wishes
and his desire that family be present. The family
would also like to convey their deep appreciation
and gratitude to Dr. Kevin Zbuk and the medical staff
at Juravinski Cancer Centre in Hamilton for all their
time and care throughout the years.
As per Nikola’s wishes there was a private family
funeral at Our Lady of the Angels Catholic
Cemeteries and Mausoleum on Saturday, November
7, 2020. In lieu of flowers or donations we ask that
everyone extend an act of kindness to someone in
Nikola’s memory.
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Our most sincere sympathies to the family and friends of Nikola Skvoric January 1 1946 October 29 2020..
Death notice for the town of: Dundas, Province: Ontario