KENNETH GEORGE NICHOLSON

LEICESTER – Kenneth George Nicholson, 79, (he might say he was only 19), passed away peacefully Nov. 14, 2023, at Southwestern Vermont Medical Center.

Ken was born in Burlington, Vt., on Feb. 29, 1944. He was the loving son of George H. Nicholson and Margaret L. (Essery) Nicholson. Ken attended Burlington High School and later graduated from Castleton University with a degree in teaching. He found his true calling later in life as an LNA working with home health. Ken loved his patients and loved caring for people. He was a very kind-hearted and loving man.

While raising his kids, he always encouraged them to laugh and play, whether pronouncing words silly or issuing a wonderful if not painful ‘dad’ joke. Ken loved ‘stomping through the tulips’, (along with the New Christy Minstrels song), with both his children, and worked hard to show them all he could in life — from fancy brunches at the Radisson with Grammy and Grampy pa, to summer road trips to Park Safari or Prince Edward Island, during which the car would always be filled with oldies tunes and singing along happily. Ken loved gathering with friends and chatting over coffee. A joke or pun was never too far off.

Ken was predeceased by his beloved parents, whom he cared for both profoundly and diligently, and his much-loved and cherished dog, Barney. He is survived by his sister, Fran Lillyman, of Tulare, Calif.; his son, Kyle Nicholson of Big Sky Mont.; his daughter, Jessica Nicholson of Middlebury, Vt.; and his granddaughter, Abagail Nicholson-Wemette of Middlebury.

There will not be a local ceremony for Ken as he desired one last road trip to PEI. His son and daughter will be bringing him along on that commemorative road trip at a later date, which will include a small private ceremony.

Arrangements under the direction of Sanderson Funeral Home. Online condolences at: www.sandersonfuneralservice.com. ◊