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Arthur Nicholson Obituary

NICHOLSON, Arthur Linn 64, of St. Pete Beach, passed on April 18, 2011 after a short battle with brain cancer. He is predeceased by his father, Russell Linn Nicholson and daughter Carly Annette Nicholson. He is survived by his wife of thirty-five years, Nina; son, Taylor Nicholson; daughter, Michelle Nicholson; mother, Dixie Nicholson; sister, Leonelle Kessler (Todd); niece, Andrea Kessler-Helton; and mother-in-law, Annette Holliman. Even during his final months, Art maintained a lively sense of humor and enjoyed the daily visits from his large and diverse collection of friends. A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, April 23rd, 5-7 pm at the family home. Please email for info [email protected]. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to the "Beautification Fund" at Madeira Beach Fundamental School, in order to continue the school's native habitat restoration.

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Published by Tampa Bay Times on Apr. 20, 2011.

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Alan Bliss

April 14, 2024

13 years on, Art's many friends are now weathering another sad time. Since Nina's passing on New Year's Eve, it's hard to believe that the life-filled Nicholson family is no longer part of this life. Peace to Art, Nina, Taylor and Carly, and to all of us who will always remember them.

M. FLEMING

April 14, 2024

Great comfort knowing that you have the loves of your life with you. The whole family is together again. RIP Carly, Art, Taylor, and Nina.

Jim & Lisa

April 14, 2022

Still remembering and in prayer, 11 years later, we haven´t forgotten You.

May 19, 2011

I miss you so much, I love you Dad....I can't believe you are not here anymore!! You will live on forever in my heart and in Madison...Shell

April 24, 2011

Love you Nina! I will always hold Art close to my heart, thoughts and prayers.What a beautiful man and friend.
Marcie (Blizzard-Flowers), and Family Sheryl, Wallene. SSI

Nina Nicholson

April 23, 2011

Dear Nina,

Our hearts broke into pieces earlier this week when we learned of the sudden, death of Art, and we cannot imagine the depth of your sorrow.

We wish we had words to comfort and sustain you in your grief, but we know there are none that will take away any pain you are feeling now. Our hearts ache for you, Nina.

Although words seem futile now in the midst of your sorrow, they are all we have to give you. Please accept these written words as warm hugs to wrap yourself in, and know that we are holding you and your family in our hearts at this sad and difficult time.

With all our love,

Jim & Lisa Britt

April 21, 2011

"We will keep your family in our prayers." Sam & Carol Green

Rodger Bliss

April 21, 2011

Candy and I are deeply saddened to hear of Art’s passing. We remember him as a very friendly and pleasant man that we always enjoyed conversing with. Our sincere condolences to Nina, the family and friends.

Marji Drake

April 21, 2011

I love you in a place where there's no space and time, I love you for my life you are a friend of mine. You will be greatly missed.

Kate Kahler

April 21, 2011

Lots of fond memories as kids. We will miss you Nicky!

(Ann Nicholson's daughter)

Jackie Eich

April 21, 2011

My heart is with your family.

WARD AND AMBER FRISZOLOWSKI

April 21, 2011

You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Alan Bliss

April 20, 2011

Peace and Godspeed to Art, and to all of us who cherish our memories of him.

Lisa Toth

April 20, 2011

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Richard Rollinson, Sr

April 20, 2011

It can be so hard to face the first year without your loved one, but the love of family and friends can carry you through.

Tom and Mary Friend

April 20, 2011

Art will be missed. With our sincere sympathy.

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