of Conway, AR
November 4, 1926 - January 9, 2021
John William (J.W.) Nicholson, age 94, of Conway, AR, passed away on January 9, 2021. He was born on November 4, 1926, in Bee Branch, AR.
J.W. was a veteran who proudly served in the U.S. Navy during WWII and was part of the invasion force heading to Japan when the atomic bomb was dropped. He was a retired supervisor at the United States Postal Service and founder and former owner of Conway Presort Mail Service. He was the spiritual leader of the family and a faithful member of Prince Street Church of Christ.
J.W. could often be found on the golf course, where he achieved seven holes-in-one. He was known for fishing golf balls out of ponds and letting his grandchildren drive the golf cart. J.W enjoyed cheering for the Razorbacks and the UCA Bears and maintained one of the prettiest yards in Conway. However, J.W. 's favorite pastime was bragging on his three children, seven grandchildren, twenty great-grandchildren, and six great-great-grandchildren. He made a point to make everyone feel special, yet he wasn't about to let you win at Clue, dominoes, or Wahoo. J.W. was loving, kind, and funny and was simply the best husband, father, and Papaw for which anyone could ever ask.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Lawrence A. and Ora Mae Nicholson and step-mother, Cassie Nicholson; brother, Junior, and sister, Ruthel Linn.
Survivors include his beloved wife, Bobbie Sue; their children, Danny Nicholson, Donna Henry and her husband Alan, and Lou Ann Hunter and her husband Jerry; brothers, Jimmy and Gene; and half-brothers, Roger and Terry. He is also survived by his grandchildren, Chris Nicholson, Keith Nicholson, Jennifer Henry Page, Jason D. Henry, Nathan Henry, Brooks Hunter, and Chase Hunter.
A viewing will be available from 4:00pm 8:00pm, Tuesday, January 12, 2021 at Roller-McNutt Funeral Home in Conway. A graveside service will be held on Wednesday, January 13, 2021 at 11:00am at Crestlawn Memorial Park, Conway, AR, with social distancing and masking in place. His grandsons will serve as pallbearers.
In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Faulkner County Council on Aging which provides Meals on Wheels.
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19 Condolence(s)
Matthews Karen
Tuesday, May 11, 2021
May you find comfort in your precious memories! Prayers for you and yours. ðŸ™ðŸ’•
Jon Lucas
Wednesday, January 20, 2021
JW was a schoolmate of my mother, Joyce Lucas, at Damascus/Bee Branch. I also used to be one of his frequent refurbished golf ball customers. He would fish them out of the ponds, clean them, and re-sell them to people like me. I made many a trip to his shed behind his house to go through the hundreds of golf balls, some of them practically brand new, and buy a batch. I always enjoyed the conversations, he was a friendly guy and a good man. I will miss him.
Kaye Hoggard
Thursday, January 14, 2021
My thoughts and prayers are with you. I’m sorry for your loss.
Loretta Spears-loge
Tuesday, January 12, 2021
Prayers for comfort during this time ...
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Tuesday, January 12, 2021
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Jim Martin
Monday, January 11, 2021
One good friend and one great man, always positive and caring. He will be missed. Prayers to all the Family
Kay Fronabarger Baudier
Monday, January 11, 2021
I am so sorry to hear of Mr. J W's passing. He was loved by many and will be missed by all. May God grant you all comfort at this time and know that he is resting in the Lord's arms now. May God Bless you all...love to you all...K
Meredith C Dowse
Monday, January 11, 2021
He will be missed by all. Thoughts and prayers out to you all.
David & Eutha Huggins
Monday, January 11, 2021
E.J and I are sad to hear about Mr. Nicholson passing .... Our thoughts and prayers are with the family...
Scarlett
Sunday, January 10, 2021
Mr Nicholson was one of the best ! He pleasure to work for during my college days at UCA. He will be missed!
Cristy Pressley
Sunday, January 10, 2021
My Deepest Sympathy and Love extended to you and all your family
Cristy and JJeff Pressley
Jack Page
Sunday, January 10, 2021
JW was a true gentleman in every sense of the word. His kindness left a lasting impression on all who knew him. He was always quick with a smile and an embracing handshake. My heart goes out to his family. God bless.
Jim and Peggy Schneider
Sunday, January 10, 2021
Bobbie, you and J. W. were our wonderful neighbors for 46 years, and while we are sad at J. W.'s passing, we give thanks that he is now enjoying the eternal repose that he secured with the way he lived his life. He was a gentleman and a gentle man. And he was an excellent "yardman," too! The Nicholson lawn and landscaping were the pride of the neighborhood. May God life you up, Bobbie, in all the days to come. And may He grant peace and comfort to you and all your family.
Beverly Wallace
Sunday, January 10, 2021
Holding you all up in prayer at this time. This world would be a much better place with more men like JW...
Raye Jean Dow Linn
Sunday, January 10, 2021
Prayers for peace and comfort today and in the days ahead.
Patti Reynolds
Sunday, January 10, 2021
My heart is saddened to hear of Mr. J.W.’s passing. There are many good things I could say about him but you all as family already know those qualities. I never saw him without a smile. He will be truly missed. May God be your comfort in the days ahead. Love to you all. Patti
Donna S. Smith
Sunday, January 10, 2021
I am sorry that you have lost such a wonderful husband, father, and grandfather. It is comforting to know that he was a loyal servant of the Lord. May the knowledge that God is faithful in His promises to His children bring you joy as you remember Brother Nicholson.
Linda & Bill Cossey
Saturday, January 9, 2021
Bobbie, Danny, Donna, Lou Ann and families, we’re saddened to hear of JW’s passing and pray that God gives y’all peace and comfort in the coming times. He will be missed by many. May God bless all of you.
Brenda K Mathis
Saturday, January 9, 2021
We are sharing in your loss of J W. Prayers of comfort for you Bobbie and your family.