NICHOLSON, NEIL B. Sr. of Norton formerly of Norwood passed away on March 1, 2016 at the age of 77. Beloved husband of the late Jacqueline B. (Goodwin) Nicholson. Devoted father of Neil B. Nicholson Jr. and his wife Louise of Mansfiled, Nidine Bombardier of Attleboro, Mark J. Nicholson and his wife Suzanne of Walpole, Shawn P. Nicholson and his wife Akikio of Rehoboth and Toni Jean Hampe and her husband Christopher of Norton. Brother of Winifred Collins of Norwood. Cherished grandfather of 15 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren. Son of the late Thomas J. and Sylvia (Black) Nicholson. Neil was a retired Heavy Equipment Operator for the Town of Walpole DPW. He was also a member of the Norwood Elks and Elk of the Year 5 times. Neil also volunteered for many organizations over the years. At the request of the family all services will be private. In lieu of flowers donations may be made in his name to the American Cancer Society 30 Speen Street Framingham, MA 01701.