In memory of

Michael John Nichols

July 23, 1939 -  May 17, 2024

Michael died peacefully at home on May 17, 2024, surrounded by his family. He will be lovingly remembered by his wife of 60 years, Éva, and their two children, Sarah (Jac) and Emma (Andrew). He was a proud grandfather to Noah, Corin, Ethan, Scout, Claire, and Cully. Michael will also be deeply missed by his sister Marian (Alan) and the extended Perkins and Suslak families in the United Kingdom. Born in London just before the start of the Second World War, Michael emigrated to Canada in 1968 with Éva and Sarah (and Emma already on the way) to join Ontario Hydro’s new nuclear program at Chalk River, Ontario. The family moved to Toronto in 1969, where Michael and Éva made lasting friendships that endure to today. Retired from Ontario Hydro after a 25 year career in nuclear power, Michael spent the next 30 years enjoying his second career as investment portfolio manager for his family and using his engineering skills to prove that anything can be repaired with a bit of duct tape, a spirit level, and a plan.

A memorial service will be held on Sunday, May 26, 2024, at The Simple Alternative Funeral Centre, 1057 Brock Road, Pickering, L1W 3T7. Visitation from 4 pm to 5:30 pm with brief Words of Remembrance to follow at 5:30 pm. If desired, donations in lieu of flowers can be made in memory of Michael to Doctors without Borders/Médecins sans Frontières Canada (https://www.doctorswithoutborders.ca/).

Livestream for Sunday, May 26th at 5:30 PM:
https://mountpleasantgroup.zoom.us/j/61322680478?pwd=ZkNUbW5HWlRsMWxoZTVPb2FWSHBFZz09
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Meeting ID: 613 2268 0478
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Andrew B. Bodony (Firts cousin of Eva Nichols)

Entered May 19, 2024 from Long Island, NY

Our most sincere sympathy
Regret will not be able to attend in person but will attempt to join Electronically

Bandi

Manfred Buehner (Friend)

Entered May 23, 2024 from West Hill

Micheal was a good friend to me. He was very helpful in my situation with my wife Karin having advanced Alzheimer’s. We met many times in our social activities, as a member of the whisky tasting group or the Friday afternoon meeting at the pub. Many times he and I would just talk over a cup of coffee. Micheal had always constructive suggestions and one time he mentioned that I should get together with John Hodge, because he was going through the same process with his wife as I did. That was the beginning of a friendship with John, who had more experience and would guide me in this difficult period for Karin and me. Thank you Micheal for your friendship and your empathy towards me. I will always remember you, never forget you.

Jac Tomlins (Daughter-in-law)

Entered May 25, 2024 from Melbourne, Australia

It’s hard to imagine a better father-in-law than Michael. He welcomed me into the family from the very start and always made me feel like I was a great addition to the Nichols’ clan! He supported our family in so many ways over the years – both from afar in Canada and when he was in Australia. For at least two decades, I saved up all my household maintenance jobs for his visits. He was never very impressed with my tools though, and we’d invariably end up at the hardware store upgrading my screwdrivers and spanners! We shared a love of history – and of many things English (blackberry jam, a proper cup of tea, the Magna Carta) – and we had lots of great conversations over his many trips to Melbourne. Both the kids and I have a lifetime of lovely memories to hold on to. Sending much love at this very sad time. xx

Matt Tomlins and family (Nephew of Sarah Nichols)

Entered May 26, 2024 from Melbourne, Australia

We’ll always remember Michael as a thoughtful, pragmatic and intelligent man. Michael and Éva have made us feel very welcome the two times we stayed with them at their family home in Scarborough. Our family grew from two to four between the two visits and we’ll remember Michael and Éva as a part of this special chapter of our family. Matt enjoyed the conversations he shared with Michael over meals at home and at the Black Dog pub where they discussed their similar views on the world economy and investing. Thang found wisdom from Michael’s years of experience in the energy sector. We’re very pleased to be able to host a dinner for Michael and Éva in our family home in Melbourne when they visited us in 2022. These very fond memories will stay with us for a long time. Thank you Michael.

Scout Nichols Tomlins (Granddaughter)

Entered May 26, 2024 from Camperdown, Sydney

Grandad - you will forever be missed and loved. I will always cherish the memories you gave me. From reading to me at the cottage to speeding on Australian roads, it won’t be the same without you. Love you always, Scout x

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