James Alexander Nicoll Jr. Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

James Alexander Nicoll Jr. 86, of Clawson, Michigan, formerly of Ferndale; passed away peacefully on January 15, 2018 with his family by his side. James was born on December 2, 1931 to the late James and Hilda (Slater) Nicoll. On December 8, 1951 he married Dorothy Hartley. James is survived by his seven children, Kathleen (Larry) Dewolf, James A. (Deborah) Nicoll III, Janet (Tommy) Fletcher, Karen (Frank) Coronato, Norman Nicoll, Nancy Kemmer, and Michael (Julie) Nicoll; 17 grandchildren and several step-grandchildren; 13 great grandchildren and several step-great grandchildren. He is also survived by siblings Vivian Pyott and William Nicoll and many nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by his daughter and son-in-law Jo and Curtis Wright. James retired from George Auch Co. and McNulty Co. after 30 years of service. He was a member of Carpenters Union #998. He served in the United States Marine Corps as the youngest Staff Sergeant where he received many awards and medals. He served in the Battle of Chosin in Korea. A funeral service and burial will take place at 1:30 PM on Friday, May 18, 2018 at Great Lakes National Cemetery in Holly, MI, where military honors will be performed. Memorial contributions in his name may be made to Clawson Senior Center Homebound Meal Program or Residential Hospice. To sign James’ guestbook, to leave a memory, or for more information or directions please visit www.rbfhsaline.com.

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James Alexander Nicoll Jr.

December 2, 1931 - January 15, 2018