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It is with heavy hearts the family of Gerry Nickerson announce his passing December 4, 2022, at the age of 81. Gerry passed peacefully on his own terms, surrounded by his family at Ed’s House Northumberland Hospice. He leaves behind his cherished wife, Annette Nickerson (nee: Gaudet) of 59 years. Words can barely describe the love Gerry held for Annette. In March they would have celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary. Together, Gerry and Annette raised their three children, whom they were immensely proud of. Gerry will be deeply missed by his children Shelley (Paul) Bedard, Stephen (Beth) Nickerson and Wendy (Mark) Ito. Beloved grandfather to Amber (Paul) Norman, Kristen (Peter) Reid, Andrew (Summer Morrison) Bedard, Amanda (Kyle) Chinnery, Jessica (Riley Herechuck) Nickerson, Lindsay (Aaron Hunter) Nickerson, Taylor (Kyle Mountenay) Nickerson, Justin (Katie Ellis) Vandekemp, Kylie (Matt Coolen) Ito and Kathryn Ito. Loved great-grandfather to Carson, Reegan, Mason, Charlie, Liam, George, River, Kolton, Hunter, Scarlett, and Rory. Gerry was incredibly excited to become a great-grandfather once again to not one, but two more great grandchildren in the near future. Son of the late William and Viola Nickerson. He will be deeply missed and forever cherished by his brothers, sisters, his nieces, nephews, great- nieces and great nephews. He loved his family, and his family loved him. The family would like to extend their utmost gratitude to all of the staff of the Northumberland Hills Hospital and Ed’s House Hospice for the ongoing care and compassion that they provided to Gerry in his final days. Also, thank you to Dr. Xi for all the guidance. Gerry was surrounded by angels every day, which made his final time here peaceful. As per Gerry’s wishes, cremation has taken place and a celebration of life will take place in the Spring/Summer of 2023. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Ed’s House Northumberland Hospice Care Centre or the Northumberland Hills Hospital Foundation.
We are sorry for Gerry’s passing our condolences
I am so sorry to hear of Gerry’s passing Annette family. He always seemed such a cheery guy. I am recalling our volleyball days, Annette, and also Knight’s.
Wendy and family, we are so sorry for your loss. May your many memories help ease the pain.
Hi Steve and family Sorry to hear of your father’s passing Condolences Regards Jim & Sharan
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Northumberland Hills Hospital Foundation
Condolences to the family. I knew Gerry well from his days at cashway.
We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time.
Annette, So sorry to hear of Gerry's passing. My sincerest condolences to you and your family.
If there is one thing I am proud; it's to be a Nickerson... and that's because of you, Poppa. I miss you already, but I find comfort in knowing you are no longer hurting. Even though you never once complained. While all of our hearts ache, I know yours is finally resting. Our fighter and our favourite man. I will never stop thinking about your gentle heart, and I promise to help look after Grandma's. I love you! PS, I hope you're cozy xo.
Our condolences to the entire family.
As much as I prayed for you to be no longer in pain and fearing the unknown, I now finding myself selfishly wishing for just one more day with you. I was one of the lucky to call you Dad! Mom will be well looked after until the day you meet with her again. That was your last request of me, you can consider it done. You will forever be in my heart and Beth's as well!
Steve, so sorry to hear of your Dad's passing. Sincere condolences to the Nickerson family.
My condolences to you Annette and family may he rest in peace
So sorry to hear of Gerry's passing. Remember him way back to my childhood days as him and Annette were good friends of my parents. Sorry Annette, Shelley, Steve, Wendy and families, he was a kind, well loved man.
Annette and family..so sorry to hear of your loss. Condolences to all of you.
So sorry to hear of Gerry’S passing my Condolences to Annette and family
Thinking of you Wendy and your family- Tony and Jan
Sorry for your loss. Keep the memories in your hearts alway.
We are sorry to hear of your loss. Please know you are all in our thoughts. Mark and Laurie
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Ed's House Northumberland Hospice Care Centre
Hi Poppa, I know you’re up there reading all of these wonderful messages with the proudest smile on your face. You’ve touched a lot of lives and I feel so lucky to be your granddaughter! I miss you already so much and I promise to take good care of grandma. Till we meet again, TayTay
Wendy, Mark, Kylie, Katie and family. Our hearts are heavy for you as we learn of your Dads (Grampas) passing. Please know our thoughts are always with you during this difficult time, and we are praying for comfort and peace from our Heavenly Father above. We love you. The Kingsley Family
Rest In PEACE Mr. W.G.N ?? -Ruba
My condolences to the family. He will be missed and remembered by many. ??
Deepest condolences on your loss. Thinking of you Shelly and your family.
Our sincere condolences to all, I’ve heard some amazing stories from Kristen and Shelly, Gerry will be greatly missed. We hope that all of the wonderful memories that you have will help make the days ahead a little easier.
Sorry for your loss. I remember growing up with Steve and Shelly. Sending prays.
I never met great uncle Gerry but I've always been told stories about how kind and loving he was. He sounded like a truly great man who did so much for others. My sincerest sympathies to his family and friends.
Sending our condolences. Our thoughts are with you, Annette and your family. It was a pleasure to know Gerry as our neighbour. ❤️
Annette and family, we are sorry to hear of your loss. He was a proud husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather. Gerry will be missed, he had lots of followers on FB. May he rest in peace ??.
Dear Wendy and family, We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Wishing you peace during this difficult time. May you take comfort in your cherished memories. Sincerely, The Clifford Family
Heartfelt Condolences to all of Gerry’s family & friends. RIP Cousin Gerry ?
condolences to your family R I P.
Annette my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family on Jerry,s passing. One day at a time. Jennifer Lloyd.
Annette, Shelly, Stephen and Wendy sincere condolences to all of you.
Please except my deepest sympathy…I have lots of cherished memories of Gerry when we were kids together in Nova Scotia summers…RIP cousin I hope you will be pain free …??
Dear Lindsay and Aaron. Thinking of all of you at this sad time. Hopefully your great memories of Poppa will get you through these sad days. xo
My sincere condolence to you Annette and your family in the loss of your husband and father ,thinking of you all .
Annette, Shelley, Stephen and Wendy and all your families members we send our sincerest condolences with the passing of Uncle Gerry, a sincere family man who appreciated everyone. his kind words when ever we would meet at family functions will be treasured and remembered Rest In Peace you have left a life time of memories for all.
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Northumberland Hills Hospital Foundation
So sorry to hear of Gerrys passing. He was a great President and Comrade of the Grafton Legion. The Legion sends their condolences.
Thinking of all you, xo
I’m so sorry for your loss, Gerry was a kind, wonderful person, may he rest in peace.
Annette Stephen Wendy & Families, thinking of you all at this sad time, I know your hearts are full of beautiful memories, sincere condolences ??? Dan & Susan De Long (Cane)
Rest in peace Uncle. Aunt Annette, Shelley, Stephen, Wendy and families,… my heart breaks for you. He was a kind and gentle soul. Love you all.
With deepest sympathies we send our condolences to Aunt Annette/Shelley/Stephen/Wendy and their families as well as Gerry's siblings during these difficult and heartbreaking times. So sorry for everyone's loss. :'( Keep your fondest memories close. <3 Thinking of you all. xoxo R.I.P Uncle Gerry.
I would like to send my condolences to the Nickerson family, may her rest in peace.
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Ed's House Northumberland Hospice Care Centre
Wendy, Mark and Family. Thinking of you and your family during this difficult time. May all the great memories you have help you through this time of sorrow. The Bickle Family ❤️
Rest in Peace my Dear Brother my deepest sympathies to all the family .
Wendy and family, I am so sorry for the loss of your dad, father in law and grandfather. Loosing a parent is so hard but remember he will always be with you in your heart. Sue and Grant
My thoughts and prayers are with all the family at the loss of Gerry
Your hearty laugh and welcoming smile will always stay with me. Warm memories of repeated weekend/summer vacation stays at the Nickerson home fill my heart. Annette, Shelley, Stephen and Wendy, my heart hurts for you?
My heart goes out to all of you. Gerry was such a nice man. Sincere condolences Annette, Shelley, Stephen, Wendy and families ❤️
Wendy Mark Kylie and Kate; Sincere condolences on the loss of your Dad and Grandfather. Keep your memories safely tucked away in your heart . Sincerely Bobbie
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Ed's House Northumberland Hospice Care Centre
Annette, Amber, Kristen and all of the family I am so very sorry to hear of Gerry's passing. Thoughts are with all of you during this difficult time.
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Ed's House Northumberland Hospice Care Centre
So sorry for your loss..my thoughts are with you and your family Wendy ..please except my sincere condolences..
Every time I pinch my leg I think of you, so i'll be doing that more often now than usual. Rest easy and save us a seat at the table until we meet again Uncle Gerry. Wendy, Steve, Annette, and the beautiful family that he leaves here on earth may you find peace and closure in your loss. Love you guys !!!
Nelson and I were so saddened to hear of Gerry’s passing. We always enjoyed stopping for a visit on our way to Toronto or coming back to Ottawa. It was always interesting, listening to Gerry’s stories. May he rest in peace ❤️.
Condolences Annette an famillies
We have so many memories over the years of our family gatherings! Gerry will be missed by many. Love to Annette, Shelley, Stephen, Wendy and families. xoxo
Wendy and family. My thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Thoughts and Prayers, to Annette, Shelly , Steven, Wendy and there families . Missing my Big Brother Gerry, Love Sister In Law / Aunt Gladys.
Rest easy, great uncle Gerry ?
Thoughts and prayers are with you Shelley, Amber and Kristen in the passing of your father and grandfather.
Anette and family. We are so sorry for your loss, Jerry was a fine and gentle man and we will always have many memories of our legion days together, our trip up to Ompa for New Years were we where on skidoos for hours and then back to the motel to watch the men dance with a mop on their head , and just the many skidoo suppers we had, those were the days. Jerry will always be in our hearts and I will miss our chats on the computer the most.
Tom and I are so sorry to hear of Gerry’s passing. He was loved and will be missed by so many. We are thinking of you and sending our heartfelt condolences to everyone. Big hug to Annette. Kim and Tom
Our condolences, thoughts and prayers four you all. He will be missed by all. Allen, Jeff, and Katie
Gerry was a sweetheart. I will miss his wit, charm, and humor. Which was always was appreciated by myself and my coworkers. I enjoyed knowing him. Even though it was for a short time. My sincerest condolences to the Nickerson family.
My sincere condolences Wendy and family
Sending our condolences to Annette, Wendy and Mark and the Nickerson family. What a touching tribute to a man who loved big and was so very loved. Take care and I hope you find joy in your many memories. Vickie, Neil and family.
A memorial donation has been made to the following charity: Northumberland Hills Hospital
My deepest condolences for your loss. He was a wonderful man
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Ed's House Northumberland Hospice Care Centre
Wendy & Family, Thinking of you all and wishing you moments of peace and comfort as you remember your Dad. Dianne Plaskon
Sending big hugs to all. Uncle Gerry was one in a million. I have fond memories of him which I will cherish forever. Love you BIG! Linda, Gordon Jared & Kyle.
Love you forever Poppa. ❤️