Ronald J. Nicholson

1940 - 2021

Norwich - Ronald J. "Nick or Rannie" Nicholson passed away Sept. 22, 2021, at the William W. Backus Hospital.

Ronald was born Sept. 23, 1940, to the late James and Anna Matthews Nicholson in Reserve Mines, Nova Scotia. He was the fourth of ten children. He is survived by brothers, Eric (Nina), Donald; and sisters, Georgina Young and Lynne Strang; along with many nieces and nephews.

Besides his parents, he was predeceased by brothers, Kenneth, Joey, Butchie, Timmy; and a sister Marjorie Conrad.

He came to the U.S. and for a while resided in Boston. He joined the Marine Corps in Boston and after serving in Vietnam, his time was up, and he was honorably discharged.

He eventually came to Montville and started his beverage business. He joined the American Legion Post 112 in Montville and became a very productive member, serving many years as the Post Commander where he worked well with members. Ronald was instrumental in bringing the new Post Home into existence on Pink Row.

He was an avid Red Sox fan watching most of the games on television. He also enjoyed overseeing the Post Ball team. Sports were in his blood.

He spent the last 19 years with his friend and companion Barbara McCarthy looking after each other.

A funeral service will be held at 7 p.m. Friday, Nov. 12, at the Montville Funeral Home of Church and Allen, 53 Route 32, Montville. Calling hours will be held two hours prior from 5 to 7 p.m. Burial will be private for the family.

Donations in his memory may be made to House of Heroes CT, 3342 Whitney Ave. Hamden CT 06518.