BARRY DOUGLAS NICOL

Barry Douglas Nicol, formerly of Burlington, passed away peacefully at Huronlea, Brussels, on Friday, September 5, 2025, at the age of 89 years. Husband of the late Nancy (Mikula) Nicol. Father of Kim Scholl (Jeff Ashcroft), of Wingham, and Scott Nicol (and his furry companion Uma), of Revelstoke, BC. Grandfather of Brad Scholl (Sarah Karwacki), of Hamilton, Kait Nicol (Carson Yach), of Revelstoke, BC, Graham Scholl (Lauren Beirnes), of Listowel, Jamie Scholl (Carina Aveilla), of San Francisco, CA; and great-grandfather of Ari Scholl. Barry was born in Toronto in 1936. He joined the firm of Clarkson Gordon in 1955. He earned his Chartered Accountant (CA) designation in 1960, became a partner in 1967, and moved to Hamilton to become the Managing Partner in 1974. He was awarded his FCA-Fellow Chartered Accountant designation in 1983. He retired in 1996 after a successful 40-year career with Clarkson Gordon (currently EY). From 1998 to 2001, Barry held the position of Chief Financial Officer of Ontario Hydro. While in Hamilton, Barry volunteered with a variety of organizations, including serving as President of the Rotary Club, Chairman of The Hamilton Club, Director of Hamilton Civic Hospital, President of the Hamilton Golf and Country Club, and Chairman of the Board of Governors of McMaster University. He was honored with the Dr. of Laws Degree from McMaster University in 2001 for his years of service. Barry was a wonderful man and a true gentleman who always had a vibrant smile for everyone. He was known for his enthusiasm, great sense of humor, and genuine interest in the success of others. He had a passion for golf and enjoyed travelling with his wife, Nancy. A celebration of Barry's life will be held at Dodsworth & Brown Funeral Home, 2241 New St., Burlington, on Sunday, September 21, 2025, from 12:00–2:30 p.m. Visitation will start at 12:00 p.m., followed by a service at 1 p.m. Refreshments will be served following the service. A private family interment will take place at Bayview Cemetery, Burlington. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to the Alzheimer Society or a Charity of Your Choice would be appreciated. Online condolences at McBurney Funeral Home, Wingham, at www.mcburneyfuneralhome.com and Dodsworth & Brown Funeral Home, Burlington, at www.dbburlington.ca