​Ronald Nicholson of Ripley dies at the age of 78

Ronald Douglas Nicholson, beloved husband of Lynn (nee Cowan), of Ripley, died at the Kincardine Hospital, Sunday, July 21, 2024, at the age of 78.

Survived by his son, Michael Nicholson; daughter, Christina Nicholson (Robert); and daughter-in-law, Dianne Nicholson (Laverne).

Also missed by his grandchildren, Cameron (Nicole) Nicholson, Tosha (Dylan) Cunningham, Nolan and Linnea Kalchos and Jamie Chester; and seven great-grandchildren.

Brother of Bonnie (Eric) Taylor, and brother-in-law of Glen (Carol) Cowan, Kim (Debbie) Cowan and Gerald Colling. Also survived by several nieces and nephews.

Predeceased by his father, Clayton (Doris) Nicholson; mother, Gladys Nicholson (Dinnie); sister, Judith Colling; and granddaughter, Angela Chester.

Visitation will be held at the MacKenzie and McCreath Funeral Home, Ripley, Thursday July 25, 2024, from 5-8 p.m.

The funeral will be held at St. Andrew’s United Church, Ripley, Friday July 26, 2024, at 2 p.m., with Rev. Jeff Hawkins officiating.

Interment, Ripley Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, donations to St. Andrew’s United Church or the Ripley Lions Club are greatly appreciated as expressions of sympathy.

Condolences on-line at www.mackenzieandmccreath.com.