Robert Leland "Kim" Nichol
Visitation :
John Quint Treboni Funeral Home
Tuesday September 18th 2012 4-8 p.m.
1177 W. 5th Avenue
Columbus Ohio 43212
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Obituary
Robert Leland "Kim" Nichol, 75, passed away peacefully in the presence of God and his family at the St. Leonard's San Damiano Residence Memory Center in Dayton, Ohio on Friday, September 14, 2012. He was born October 5, 1936 in Columbus, Ohio to the late Hubert L. Nichol and Gertrude Alsdorf Nichol. Kim was a 1955 graduate of North High School. Kim graduated in 1959 from The Ohio State University with a bachelor of fine arts degree where he was a member of the Chi Phi Fraternity. During his professional career as an interior designer, Kim worked for Columbus Blank Book Company, Karlsberger & Associates, Design Group, Inc. all of Columbus. He also ventured into self-employment for a time, establishing Robert L. Nichol & Associates. Kim's career took him to Dayton, Ohio where he worked for Lorenz & Williams for nearly 15 years. In later years, Kim returned to Columbus and became an assistant professor at Columbus College of Art & Design which he retired from in 2002. During his lifelong career, Kim was a part of many design projects including the interior of the Christopher Inn (Cols.), NCR World Headquarters, Centerville High School Football Stadium, Children’s and Kettering Hospitals (Dayton), R.J. Reynolds (Winston-Salem, N.C.), as well as being a major force to establish the interiors program at CCAD allowing them to become FIDER accredited. Enjoying all of his employment, it
was his teaching at CCAD that held his heart. “Teaching for me is a great opportunity to pay back to a profession that has been so good to me” Kim once said in an interview. Kim was a member of St. Cecilia Parish where he was a member of the Hospitality crew and the St Vincent DePaul Society. Kim had a love of tennis playing regularly at Swim & Racquet with his fellow cohorts. Kim is survived by his wife of 53 years, Mary Lou DeVictor Nichol. Together they shared a passion for OSU games and enjoyed many cruises. He is survived by his loving children Debbie Hurley of Centerville, Ohio and John (Ani) Nichol of Pittsburgh, PA; grandchildren, Jacob Nichol, Cody Hurley, Matthew Nichol, Nick Hurley and Zach Nichol; many nieces, nephews and friends. Friends may call TUESDAY, September 18, 2012 at the JOHN QUINT TREBONI FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICE, 1177 W. 5th Avenue, from 4-8 p.m., with a Prayer Service at 7:30 PM. Funeral Mass 10:30 AM on WEDNESDAY, September 19, 2012 at St. Cecilia Catholic Church, 434 Norton Road, Columbus, with Rev. Fr. Leo L. Connolly, as the Presider. Burial, St. Joseph Cemetery, Lockbourne, Ohio. In lieu of flowers, friends who wish may contribute in memory of Robert to the St. Vincent DePaul Society in care of St. Cecilia, 434 Norton Rd., Columbus (43228). Condolences may be sent via www.johnquint.com.
Contributions
Contributions may be directed to any of the followingCondolences for Robert Leland "Kim" Nichol
From : Patti and John Barton
To : Mary Lou Nicol
Date: September 17th 2012
Mary Lou..Patti and I are remembering the good times we had with Bob and you bowling. Playing tennis with Bob was always fun except he beat me most of the time.
We are thinking of you and the family.
Patti and John Barton
From : Becky Suhr
To : Debbie, Cody, and Nick Hurley
Date: September 17th 2012
Debbie and family,
I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your father/grandfather. I am praying to the Blessed Virgin Mary to comfort you with her motherly love and bless you with peace.
Every time you walk into the CHS stadium or go to Children's or Kettering hospitals or any of the wonderful places he has been a part of, his legacy is there. You know though that his true legacy is in your heart.
My heart goes out to you and your family. God bless you!
Becky Suhr
From : Christy Pappert
To : Debbie, Cody, and Nick Hurley
Date: September 17th 2012
Dear Debbie and Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. I hope the wonderful memories of your father and grandfather will help sustain you during this sad time. I am thinking about all of you and praying for you. God bless you all!
Christy
From : Marty and Patti Aellig
To : Mary Lou Nichol and family
Date: September 18th 2012
Patti and I are sending our prayers to you and your family. Kim was a wonderful role model and very giving of his time at St Vincent de Paul. He taught all of us through his selfless giving to the poor in our community. We will love him always.
From : Lori, Craig, Cory and Cody Faist
To : Mary Lou Nichol
Date: September 18th 2012
We are so sorry to hear about the passing of Bob. I had the pleasure of working with Bob at CCAD until he retired. He always wanted the best for his students and gave his best to them as well.
May the Lord bless you and your family with peace and love all your days!
Sincerely,
The Faist family
From : Patti Woeste and Family
To : Debbie, Nick, Cody and Grandma
Date: September 19th 2012
Debbie, Cody,Nick, and Mrs. Nichol,
I am so very sorry to hear about father, grandpa and spouse's passing. It is such a difficult time. There are few words that can comfort you. Time helps and knowing that your friends are thinking of you and praying for you at this difficult time. I know this is one of those timesw when the footprints in the sand are the Lords only, as he is carrying you in his loving arms. God Bless you and know that we are thinking of you and remember all the great times with him when you can.
Love, the Woeste Family, Patti, Joe, Ben, Nick and Chris