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Nicol Held Obituary

NICOL J. HELD (nee Carscallen) age 56, resided in Bay Village, Ohio, passed away July 1, 2024, after a short and hard-fought battle with a rare cancer. Nicol was a devoted and loving mother to Jonah (Kate) Held and Mikaela Held; loving partner to David Wells; beloved daughter to Leonora and Jan Carscallen of Buffalo; dear sister of Lesle Heubach (Matthew) and Shannon Carscallen (Lisa Anderson); also survived by many uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, and dear friends.
Nicol was born and raised in Buffalo, NY where she attended Kenmore West High School and graduated college at Edinboro University of Pennsylvania. She worked in the pharmaceutical industry for 20+ years, most recently at Novartis Oncology as an Associate Director, Access and Reimbursement always putting people and patients first. Nicol was a beautiful and genuine soul who exemplified her favorite words "be kind." Friends may call at the McGORRAY-HANNA FUNERAL HOME OF WESTLAKE, 25620 Center Ridge Rd. (West of Columbia Rd.) WEDNESDAY, JULY 24th from 5- 7 PM. Funeral Services will be at Bay Presbyterian Church, 25415 Lake Rd. (at Columbia Rd.) Bay Village, Ohio, Thursday, July 25th at 11 AM. A reception will follow the Funeral Service at Church. In lieu of flowers, donations in Nicol's honor may be made to Safe Harbor Norton, 4480 Greenwich Rd., Norton, OH 44203.

Published by Cleveland.com from Jul. 9 to Jul. 21, 2024.

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Jennifer

July 19, 2024

I met Nicol about 10 years ago at one of my neighbor, Amy Johnson´s, gatherings. She was visiting her, like she often did. They were closer than most friends, more like sisters. I remember thinking `that kind of friendship is so beautiful & so rare´ ...they were lucky to be each-other´s gifts in that way. I got to see her and chat with her many times throughout the years and the word that comes to mind when I think of her is "kind."
I have social anxiety and it´s hard enough to show up places, once I do I want to leave, but when Nicol was around I was at ease. We always had easy conversations. She was genuinely kind, welcoming and caring. She will be missed. I can´t imagine what her family is going through. I know that Amy´s heart is broken. My prayers and condolences to her family and close friends. May she rest in peace.

Tina Frick

July 17, 2024

I am so sorry for the loss that your family is experiencing. I was an ASA sorority sister of Nicol´s at Edinboro University. She really was a beautiful person and I will always remember her kind disposition. I have not seen or talked to Nicol since those crazy college days but remember her as the beautiful woman in the picture posted. Please know that my heart goes out to all mourning this tragic loss. I hope you are able to remember her love and celebrate her beautiful life

Jerry Lewis

July 14, 2024

PRAYING FOR THE FAMILY!! RIP!!

Marcie Shults Charbonneau

July 11, 2024

With a broken heart, we offer our sincere condolences to Nicol´s family and friends. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time of sadness and grief. We will miss you our dear friend/cousin. You will always hold a special place in our hearts. Love Marcie and Philip Charbonneau. My childhood memories of our fun times will stay alive forever.

Dani Toorish

July 11, 2024

Sending my condolences. Nicol was such an amazing person and will always be remembered. I am so blessed to have known her. I love you Mikaela

Tim Glasgow

July 11, 2024

Growing up her and her sisters playing kickball, and in later years at Kenmore West, meeting up at class reunion's I'll miss her.We will see each other again in the after life, Nicole will always be in my Heart now and forever."Love is like the Wind you can't see it But you can Feel it all around you"
Tim Glasgow

Ed Costa

July 10, 2024

My wife and I offer our sincere condolences to The Held family and to Dave...Ed & Lori Costa

Mary Beth Mercurio

July 10, 2024

So deeply sorry for your loss, she always was a beautiful person inside and out. Bless you and your family during this difficult time, love Mary Beth

Joann and Bob Duke

July 10, 2024

A beautiful person inside and out. A new star has been added to the nighttime sky

David & Colleen Blanchard

July 9, 2024

Our Deepest Condolences To All
David & Colleen

Amy L DeTine

July 9, 2024

Our hearts in Ellicottville go out to the whole family during this time.

Kimberly Orth

July 9, 2024

Sending much peace to all who loved and will miss Nicol.
-Kimberly and Bill

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5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

McGorray-Hanna Funeral Home of Westlake

25620 Center Ridge Road, Westlake, OH 44145

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Bay Presbyterian Church

25415 Lake Rd. at Columbia, Bay Village, OH 44140

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