Obituary of William Nicholas

NICHOLAS, Bill (Past President -Arnprior Legion Branch 174) In hospital at Arnprior on Saturday evening, January 10th, 2009. William "Bill" Douglas Nicholas of Braeside at the age of 61 years. Beloved son of Margaret (Nee Campbell) and the late Douglas Nicholas. Special friend and companion to Joan Winkworth (Nee Graham). Dearly loved brother of George of Braeside, Ray (Cathy), Gary (Karen), Hazel Martin (Gerald), Isabel Proulx (Edward) and Mina Schultz (Ronald) all of Arnprior. Predeceased by his wife, Joan (Nee Still) and step-son, Glenn L"Abbe. Step-father of Robert L'Abbe, Lisa Ferguson and Tina MacLaren (Robert). Step-grandfather of 5 grandchildren and 1 great-grandchild. Special friend to Joan Winkworth's children, Kristyne Hogan (David) and Bryan Winkworth (Katie) as well as her 3 grandchildren. Will be missed by his many nieces and nephews. Friends may join us for visitation at the Pilon Family Funeral Home & Chapel, 50 John Street North, Arnprior on Tuesday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. and after 11:30 a.m. on Wednesday. A Service to celebrate Bill's life will be conducted in the Pilon Family Chapel on Wednesday afternoon at 12:30. Rev. Dr. Leo Hughes officiating. Interment Malloch Road Cemetery. In memory of Bill, a donation made to the Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 174, Arnprior would be appreciated by his family. Members of the Legion Branch 174 Arnprior will assemble at the funeral home for a tribute service on Tuesday evening at 6:30 p.m.