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Richard H Nicol
May 14, 1942 - August 7, 2025
Richard (Dick) H. Nicol was born May 14, 1942 in Sterling, Illinois to William Connell (Connie) Nicol and Esther (Hagerman) Nicol.
He graduated from Atkinson High School and attended Western University,
Dick served 10 years in the Illinois National Guard and was commissioned a First Lieutenant.
He spent the majority of his life as a salesman. He was liked by everyone and was known for his helpfulness, friendliness and sense of humor.
During his life Dick enjoyed many hobbies including downhill skiing, scuba diving and traveling.
Dick loved all animals. He and Marilyn helped their daughter Tracy with wildlife rehabilitation. He loved our kitties and made friends with a little squirrel he named Emmy Lou.
He is survived by his wife Marilyn, his daughter Tracy, his sister Karen, his brother Matt, his niece Jessica White (Chris),, his nephew Joe (Dawn} and his grand niece Lavinia (Livy).
A private memorial will be held later, In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Best Friends Animal Sanctuary, 5001 Angel Canyon Rd., Kanab, UT 84741.
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Greg Pacquer from Antioch, CA
"My deepest sympathy to the Nicol Family. Dick was a special person in my life; as he was my longtime childhood friend and neighbor. Dick's Mom and Dad were so kind to me growing up and would frequently take me along when they would visit relatives in Rock Falls and Sterling, Illinois. As a result, I knew the whole family very well. It was also an honor to be best man at Dick and Marilyn's wedding many years ago. I can attest that Dick and Marilyn were a perfect match and have always been there for each other all their 60+ years together. Dick was such a warm, humorous and kind person to everyone he met. I will surely miss our long chats over the phone on our birthdays every year. Rest in Peace, My Friend!"
Ruth De Decker from Annawan, IL
"Thoughts and prayers to Marilyn and all the family, graduated in "60" at Atkinson High with Dick, he was always a friendly, kind, classmate with always a smile. Dick never missed our class reunions, we always looked forward to seeing him."
Dawn & Greg Clemens from Geneva, IL
"We are so sorry for the loss of your sweet husband and father. Greg and I always enjoyed our "over-the-fence" chats!! We will miss those times, and treasure the chats we had with Dick over the past 30+ years.Love and prayers to you Marilyn and Tracy."