Obituary of John T. Nicholson

Bedford – John T. Nicholson, 79, of Bedford, passed away at 9:53 am on Friday, November 5, 2021, at St. Vincent Hospital in Evansville. Born August 22, 1942, in Monroe Co., he was the son of Otis and Frances (Hodges) Nicholson. He was a delivery driver for Roots RV and volunteer for the Red Cross. He enjoyed riding motorcycles, motorcycle racing, and watching the Colts, Pacers, and Yankee ballgames. Survivors include two daughters, Kim Diane Wray and husband, Ed, and Jill Alden and husband Vance, all of Bedford; two sons, Rick Nicholson and wife, Missy, and Mike Nicholson and wife, LuAnn, all of Bedford; nine grandchildren, Jamie and Denton Wray, Chris, Brandon, Kyla, Michael and Ashton Nicholson, Logan and Tanner Cazee; several great-grandchildren; a brother, Harold Nicholson, of FL; two sisters, Frances Barrett and Betty Jo East, both of Bedford; several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, a son, Chris; four brothers, Melvin, Don, Claude, and Jim; four half-brothers, Bob, Otis, Frank, and Bill Nicholson. Graveside services will be conducted at 1:30 pm on Wednesday, November 10th at the Dive Cemetery with Pastor Dave Ferry officiating. Visitation will be from 11:00 am until 1:00 pm on Wednesday at the Day & Carter Mortuary. Family and friends may express condolences at www.daycarter.com.