JOSEPH R. NICHOLAS JR.

1942 - 2017

JOSEPH R. NICHOLAS JR. obituary, 1942-2017, Avon, OH

JOSEPH R. NICHOLAS JR.

1942 - 2017

BORN

1942

DIED

2017

JOSEPH NICHOLAS Obituary

Published by A. Ripepi & Sons Funeral Homes - Middleburg Heights on Jan. 14, 2017.
JOSEPH NICHOLAS, JR. age 74. Beloved father of Joseph III (Michele) and Gina Croft (Eric). Cherished grandfather of Henry Croft and Parker Nicholas. Dear brother of Susan Greenwald, Camille Kirchgessner and Georgene Billingsley. Loyal friend of many. U.S. Marine Corp Veteran. A Celebration of Life Service will be held on Friday January 20, 2017 from 6:00 - 8:00 PM in the Family Center of A. RIPEPI AND SONS FUNERAL HOME, 18149 BAGLEY ROAD, MIDDLEBURG HTS, OHIO (WEST OF I-71) CROFT - see NICHOLAS NOTICE

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January 23, 2017

Betty Parady posted to the memorial.

January 20, 2017

Chantelle Saddic (Gantos) posted to the memorial.

January 20, 2017

CHRIS & DEANA WADELLA posted to the memorial.

Betty Parady

January 23, 2017

Dear ... JOE .. You have been in my thoughts often these last 60 years .... My memories of you are good ones ... Who could want for more ... Bless your loved ones ... & as an added note ... my ma .. You know .. always thought you were .. The cats pajamas ! Love betty

Chantelle Saddic (Gantos)

January 20, 2017

Our deepest sympathies to the family during this difficult time. May the Lord be with you.

CHRIS & DEANA WADELLA

January 20, 2017

Sorry for your loss. Keeping your family in our prayers.

Chris & Deana Wadella

Debbie Eiklenborg

January 19, 2017

I "met" Joe probably 10 years ago or so playing online poker. Playing for awhile, he asked to speak with me. Our first conversation literally was over 4 hours. The wisdom this man had was amazing to me. There was never a dull conversation, never a lull whenever we spoke. The last time I spoke to him shortly before Christmas, he told me again of how proud he was of me.
Joe saw me through some really dark times in my life. He could get my attention with his words more than anyone I've ever known. He never judged me .... I can still hear his voice with "Deb....Deb....you're not listening to what I just said!!" LOL. Then he'd say it again to be sure I got his point which, though I hated it at times, he was always right on....ugh!! I loved this guy. I truly truly loved him. He was the best friend that I never met but knew him forever.
I will never forget you my friend. Never. Your voice is forever in my heart and in my mind. I love you Joe....rest in peace my friend. Rest in peace.

Chuck Braat

January 17, 2017

Joe and I have had a lasting friendship for most of our lives. I will miss him and always cherish our experiences. I know he was proud of his children and grandchildren and kept a special place in his heart for his sisters. He had so much joy telling me about being "Car Pa". He always has been a part of my family. I will miss you my brother. God bless. Chuck

Fred Pirozzoli

January 17, 2017

My condolences goes out to the entire Nicholas family. Mr.Nicholas you left a lot of good memories behind, I remember most at the security business in Strongsville. May the "Good Lord" watch over all of you. Amen!

Nancy Foley

January 17, 2017

To the family of Joseph Nicholas Jr. My family sends their deepest sympathy to you. Our thoughts and prayers goes out to you. Psalm 90:12.

Bob and Virginia Griffith

January 17, 2017

So sorry to hear of your loss. We are very glad we got to spend time with him last summer at At the wedding. May it comfort you to to know we send our loving thoughts and prayers to all the family.

Aric, Kelli and Kayden Seese

January 17, 2017

Dear Joe's Family,
Our sincerest sympathy to each of you. Joe was a great person, freind and neighbor. We loved him dearly and will miss him.

Kelliann Seese

January 17, 2017

Aric, Kelli, and Kayden

Kristi Kirschnick

January 17, 2017

I am so very sorry for your loss

Jack Cox

January 17, 2017

Gina and Family,

So sorry for your loss...

Jack and Jane

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