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John Nicholson Obituary

NICHOLSON, John Dinan, MD Of Clinton, formerly of Sudbury, Oct. 12, 2008. Beloved husband of Joline (Bonin). Also survived by his son, John Nicholson and his wife, Claire, of Marlborough; his daughters; Kathleen Scherr and her husband, Joseph, of Centre Ossipee, NH; Susan Niro and her husband, Joseph, of Boxborough; Beth Buckley and her husband, William, of Raynham and Maura Nicholson of Silver Spring, MD. He also leaves 11 grandchildren. He was the brother of Rev. Francis Nicholson, SJ of Weston, Rosemary Nicholson of Medford and the late James Nicholson. Dr. Nicholson was raised in Medford; graduating from Malden Catholic High School in 1942. He entered Boston College; interrupting his education to enter the United States Army in World War II where he served in the Battle of the Buldge. Following the war he returned to his studies at Boston College; Graduating in 1949. He received his medical Degree in 1953 from Tufts University and practiced internal medicine in Sudbury for over thirty years. Funeral services will be conducted Thurs., Oct.16, at 10:00 a.m. from the Duckett-J.S. Waterman & Sons Home of Memorial Tribute, 656 Boston Post Rd., Rt. 20, Sudbury followed by a funeral mass at Our Lady of Fatima Church, 160 Concord Rd., Sudbury at 11:00 o'clock. Visitation at the funeral home will be Wed. from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Interment will be in Wadsworth Cem., Sudbury. Rather than flowers, the family suggests that contributions in memory of Dr. Nicholson be sent to the Society of St. Vincent de Paul, 18 Canton St., Stoughton, MA 02072. For additional information, tributes and guest book, please visit (www.mem.com) Duckett-J.S.Waterman & Sons Sudbury, MA 978-443-5777

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Published by Boston Globe on Oct. 14, 2008.

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Lorraine Butler

March 14, 2021

He is now resting in peace may god be with you and your family you are all In my prays always remember the good times you had with him the last time I saw him in 1993 at my uncle funeral

Mike Casey

October 22, 2008

Dr. Nicholson,
Sir, I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for our Country when you served with the U.S. Army in Europe during WW II fighting the Germans-especially during the Battle of The Bulge-the largest battle ever fought in American history. And to your family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

Martha (Barry) Buisman

October 20, 2008

To the Nicholson family:
I just returned yesterday (Oct. 19) from a trip to Oregon (we took my Mom, June Barry, out to visit her sisters there). I was very sorry to hear of the death of "Doctor John" who was a beloved figure from my childhood. I can hear in my mind, as clearly as it was yesterday, the sound of his deep voice booming across the water at the camp! He was such a kind man and a gentleman, a wonderful husband and father, and I am truly sorry for your loss. May your happy memories comfort you and bring you peace. Fondly, Martha (Barry) Buisman

Rev. James B. Malley, SJ

October 15, 2008

I send my sympathy and promise of prayers to all of the Nicholson family at this difficult time. I will offer mass for Dr. John's repose. I am an old friend of Fr. Frank. Dr. John is with the Lord and I pray you may know the warmth of his love for you all. Jim Malley, SJ

Julie Manktelow

October 15, 2008

Dear Joline and family my prayers and thoughts are with you.

Fr. Mike MacInnis

October 15, 2008

Dear John, Claire, and family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of loss. May Jesus hold you all close during these days. Peace, love, and prayers, Fr. Mike Mac

Claudia Sears

October 15, 2008

My sympathy to the entire Nicholson family. I pray that God will comfort you as only He can at this difficult time.

Jack Murphy

October 15, 2008

John, I was sad to here the loss of your Dad. My prayers and thoughts will be with you my friend.

Deb and Scott Giroux

October 15, 2008

John, Claire, and family, our thoughts and prayers are with you at this very difficult time.

Fran Nicholson and family

October 14, 2008

Our thoughts and prayers are with Aunt Jo and family at this sad time.

Deanna Sklenak

October 14, 2008

John and I extend our deepest sympathy in the loss of your beloved father. May God send his comforter to you and your entire family.
Deanna and John Sklenak

Robert Haeberle

October 14, 2008

My prayers are with John Sr. and his whole family for the most amazing uncle ever!

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