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Peacefully, surrounded by loving family, on Saturday, July 13, 2024, at Afton Park Place, John Nicholson passed away at the age of 98. Beloved husband to the late Joyce Nicholson. Loving father to John “Mark” Nicholson (Anne), Scott William Nicholson (Cathy), and daughter-in-law Susan Nicholson. Cherished grandfather to Heather Kingdon (Jake), Christopher Nicholson (April), Laura Nicholson, and Stacy Nicholson (Calab). Treasured great grandfather to Chanceé, Anthony, Jason, Adam, Ariella, Isla, Reigns and a baby boy on the way. He will be missed by many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his parents John and Hilda Nicholson, his brother Howard Nicholson, and his best friend Jim Chute. Bud was a proud lifetime member of the Lions Club of Sarnia. The family would like to extend a thank you to the staff, nurses, and PSW at Afton Park Place and daughter-in-law Sue, who cared for John over the last few years. Cremation has taken place. A memorial service will be held at Smith Funeral Home, 1576 London Line, Sarnia, on Friday, July 19, 2024 at 12:00 p.m. with family and friends being received one hour prior. Sympathy may be expressed through donations to the Lions Club of Sarnia, Heart and Stroke or the Canadian Cancer Society (cheques only at the funeral home please).