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Janet Nicholson Obituary

Janet Elaine Tinson Nicholson of Downingtown Janet Elaine Tinson Nicholson, 59, of Downingtown, passed away on Friday, June 21, 2013. She was the wife of Paul L. Nicholson, Sr. Born Sept. 8, 1953 in West Chester, she was the daughter of Percy D. Tinson, Sr. and the late Alice Player Carter. Janet graduated from Downingtown High School, class of 1971, where she excelled in field hockey and basketball. She was a core member of Rock Word Church in Downingtown, which started as a bible study in her home. Janet worked as a teacher's aide at Pickering Valley Elementary School. She loved to cook and feed people. Her home was always open. She loved sports, particularly football and basketball. She also loved the beach and collecting cabbage patch dolls and watching westerns. Surviving, along with her husband and father; are two sons, Paul L. Nicholson, Jr. and Joseph C. Nicholson, both of Downingtown; her daughter, Kristina J. Nicholson, of Downingtown; three grandchildren; and a host of other relatives and friends. Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. on Saturday, June 29, at Milestone Events, LLC, 600 E. Market St., West Chester. A viewing will be held from 8 to 9:45 a.m. Interment will be at Philadelphia Memorial Park, Frazer. Uplifting Life Services are being arranged by the DeBaptiste Funeral Homes, Inc. of West Chester and Bryn Mawr. Visit www.DeBaptiste.com for information and to send condolences ~ 610-696-4812.

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Published by The Daily Local from Jun. 25 to Jun. 26, 2013.

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L. Nicholson

April 27, 2023

Will always be missed

Rose R Ciarlone

June 19, 2021

Janet was a sweet beautiful soul. She left behind a legacy never to be duplicated. I know she is proud of her family and smiling down on all of them.

Debbie Berry/Schofield

June 19, 2019

Six years later it brings a smile to my face to just think of Janet again! What a woman! She will NEVER be forgotten.

Marsha Muhammad

June 30, 2013

My sister, you are no longer in pain. I thank God for all the memories we have shared. We will all we make sure we keep a eye on Paul, your children, grands, and all those who you helped raise as your own. Peace my sister. Love n hugs. I'm sure Janie, Aunt Val, Ikie & Carla will meet you with open arms. We'll always remember Janet & her famous Christmas Cookies!!!!!

Marsha Muhammad & Family

P.S. I will keep our legendary cheering alive at your grandkids sport events, you will hear the cowbell shaking!

June 30, 2013

To the Tinson and Nicholson families,We will all remember Janet ,as a nice and wonderful,caring family woman as she,Paul,Tina,Paul Jr,Joe shopped at the Acme in Thorndale sharing their family and the wonderful jokes that Janet and Paul always played with us as they shopped at the store .Our deepest sympathies and condolences go out to all of you as we continue to keep your family in prayer .Laticia Acme store in thorndale

Jocelyn Zinni

June 29, 2013

Paul and family, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I remember Janet coming out to hockey practices and games to cheer Jayne and all of us on. Her love o f sports and family were evident as she proudly watched Tina inducted into the Chester County Sports Hall of Fame. May you take comfort in your beautiful memories in the coming days.

Sharon Thomas-Bailey

June 29, 2013

Paul and family, my prayers go out to you and all the family. RIP Janet

Ro Sciarretta

June 28, 2013

To the Tinson & Nicholson Families, my heartfelt sympathy in the loss of Janet. May the God of comfort help you during this difficult time and may the love of those around you help you through the days ahead. My you be comforted by her loving memories. God Bless.

The Crockett Family

June 28, 2013

Sorry to hear of your loss, Nicholson Family. We pray that the Lord give all of you strength to carry on. She was Blessed and a Blessing to others. She was an icon to the community. We love you.

Dr. & Mrs. Levi Wingard

June 27, 2013

We ared deeply saddened by your loss. May God bless the family and loved ones as you mourn the passing of a truly wonderful woman. May she forever rest in peace.
Marcy & Levi

Rosie Golden

June 27, 2013

Dear Tina & Family,
We are so sorry about the passing of Janet. Never met her but I feel like I knew her. We will certainly keep you in our prayers. WE LOVE YOU!!!!

Beverly Moore

June 27, 2013

Dear Nicholson family
We are sad to hear of Janet's passing. She was truly a woman of GOD! We loved her so much and will miss her.
We will always be Family. God Bless You All!

Mickey Glasco-Brown

June 27, 2013

To the Tinson and Nicholson Families, a lot of years have passed since I lived across the street form Jane,Miss Sickie and Mr. Bill on Church St. As I go thorough Downingtown now and drive down Church St to see how things have changed; I still see her face and her infectious smile! I am truly sorry for your family's loss and pray that memories will ease your pain. May the Lord wrap His arms around you all and keep you in perfect peace!

Debbie Foreman(Eberhardt)

June 27, 2013

So sorry to hear of your great loss. I went to school with "Janie" as we called in when we were little. My prayers go out to you and your family.

Terri Whitt

June 27, 2013

I'm so sorry for her passing. Went to school with her and she was such a sweet person, May God Be With You.

June 26, 2013

Bobette Forte & family

June 26, 2013

Dear Paul and family,
So sorry for your loss. I know there are no words that can help but I pray God will comfort you knowing Janet is in His loving arms. My prayers are with you. Diane Hilton

June 26, 2013

Sorry to hear of Janet's passing. Our prayers are with you... I was a classmate of Janet's and she worked at Pickering Valley with my sister... You are in our prayers. Janet Moore Swartzentruber

Louis Orsini

June 26, 2013

Dear Paul and family,
We are so sorry to hear of your tremendous loss. We are sending lots of prayers to you and your family! Lou and Laura Orsini

Judith A. Warnick-Geiger

June 26, 2013

To the Tinson-Nicholson Family,
Janet and I grew up living next door to each other on Prospect Ave. Please know that God has a plan for all of us and know that Janet followed God's purpose for her life. Sending the family my heartfelt prayers.

June 26, 2013

Thoughts and prayers for the entire Nicholson family during this time. God Bless you all!
Mark Ferris

Kevin Westmoreland

June 26, 2013

Keeping your family in prayer during this trying time!!!! Remember god has a purpose unknown to our understanding.

Deb (Berry) Schofield

June 26, 2013

I graduated from DHS with Janet and then got to really know her all over again (along with Paul) as she fought cancer. What a fighter. When the boro of Downingtown has such nasty storms on Mon eve (6/24), I couldn't help but think that Janet was behind it reminding us of her always bigger than life spirit! To know her was to love her! May you, Paul and Tina, find comfort, in time, as you were at her side throughout her journey.

Frank DiSilvestro

June 26, 2013

Paul, I'm heartbroken over the passing of you lovely wife. My prayers go out to you and your family.
Frank DiSilvestro

Traci Shelton Shissler

June 26, 2013

Praying for the family I am truly sorry for your loss. GOD bless you all!

Jerry Barwell

June 26, 2013

Janet was a classmate of mine at DHS, and I was lucky to hug her and talk to her at our 40th reunion. She was a good friend during our HS years and I always enjoyed watching her play her sports. I will be thinking of her and her family during these difficult times. Jerry Barwell

June 26, 2013

My love and prayers go out to Janet's entire family. I have fond memories of our school days and will remember her precious smile and amazing spirit. Valenta Miller

Dawn Cruse

June 26, 2013

Thoughts and prayers for the Nicholson family in their time of sorrow. A true warrior and inspiration to us all.
Rest easy Janet

Bonnie Nixon

June 26, 2013

Paul,Tina and the entire Nicholson Family. It was truly a sad day when Janet was called home. But be assured that she was met with love from Jane,Edgar, Ms. Sickie and Mr. Bill. She will truely be missed amoung us but she is now free from all sickness. God doesn't make mistakes and he said my servant you have suffered enough your job on this earth is completed. So rest in peace my friend you are home.
Much love from Bonnie,Barbara and the entire Myers Family

June 26, 2013

Aunt Janet , you fought the good fight and now you can rest in Heaven with the Father. I Love you and I will miss our talks about mother your sister ( Hazel Carter ) but im sure she welcomed you with open arm's. Melissa Carter-Coleman

June 26, 2013

Such a beautiful, uplifting spirit. Our condolences to the entire Nicholson family.

Ron & Kathryn Thompson

Crystal Boggs

June 26, 2013

It's so hard to find just the right words to say...
You will be missed dearly and remain in the hearts of many. I will miss you Cousin Janet!

June 26, 2013

Our hearts go out to the Nicholson family. Janet will always be remembered for her kind sweet caring soul and her bright smile. May God hold you all in the palms of his hands during this most difficult time. All our Love, The Ciarlone Family

Jessica "Cookie" London

June 26, 2013

Lord have Merci....I am glad u no longer suffer...I will see u girlfriend on +he o+her side..We will pick up were we lef+ off...U are now in +he Good hands of God and his Angels~ I know u are looking down on ur family...I Love u now I Loved u +han...Bless u Jane~ Miss Sickie~ and Mr.Bill...xoxoxox "Cookie"

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