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FRED LORENCE NICHOLSON
Date of Passing: Jan 07, 2024
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryFRED LORENCE NICHOLSON
With great sorrow, we announce the sudden passing of our beloved husband and father, Fred Lorence Nicholson, on January 7, 2024. He is survived by his wife Karen; his daughter Jill (Paul Vaala); son Chris (Dana); daughter Kirsten (Francesco Belgioioso); and two grandchildren, Macaul and Tatum Nicholson.
Raised in Morris, MB, Fred was always proud of his role on the school’s 1960 championship basketball team. He graduated from the University of Manitoba with a B.Sc. (M.E) and later an M.B.A. He worked for the City of Winnipeg from 1967-1998, becoming its Chief Building Official, and serving on the Building Standard Board which is responsible for Building, Fire, and Plumbing codes for Manitoba. He worked to improve and enlarge the Building Inspections Branch and initiate improvements to policies and procedures between the City and professional associations such as those of Architects and Engineers. At the national level, he served on many committees pertaining to construction and fire codes and standards. In 2003, he was given a Merit Award by the Manitoba Association of Engineers and Geoscientists. Following his retirement from the City, he served as the Director of the Mechanical Contractors Association of Manitoba, until his second retirement in 2008. At the community level, he was the Co-chair of the Building Committee for Trinity United Church, was involved in the Scout movement, and served as a community coach, organizer, and fundraiser.
Fred and his wife had a passion for travel and golf. They were long-time members of Carman Golf Club. They traveled the world, enjoying different cultures, historical sites, and making new friends. Most of all, Fred was a family man. Fred was the only child in his family’s generation, and he greatly appreciated the large family into which he married. When the children arrived, he committed himself to fatherhood and became a loving and nurturing father.
Cremation has taken place, and a Celebration of Life service will be held at Trinity United Church, 933 Summerside Ave, on Friday, January 12 at 2:00 p.m., with lunch to follow.
In lieu of flowers donations to the Manitoba Lung Association or to a charity of your choice would be appreciated.
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Jan 09, 2024, Jan 09, 2024
Condolences & Memories (3 entries)
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We are sad to hear about Fred’s passing and he will be greatly missed as a wonderful person. Our children were closely connected during their school days in Andrea’s case and later Neil was later guided into employment in historical fact findings Through your assistance, Karen. Our sympathies to your entire family. - Posted by: Edna & Rolly Otto (Long time friends in Fort Richmond) on: Jan 14, 2024
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We always enjoyed seeing and visiting with you both during the years. And as our visit in Fall has become our last with Fred; it will be so treasured! We will truly miss you, dear cousin! George and Melita - Posted by: George Hildebrand (Cousin in law ) on: Jan 11, 2024
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It was my privilege to be a high school friend of Fred's. He sat behind behind me in many classes and, much to our teachers' consternation, we did way too much visiting during classes. I appreciated his kindness and friendship. His basketball prowess earned my sincere admiration and was a tribute to his athletic abilities. Regretfully, we lost touch with one another for too many years. We once again connected about 10 years ago. As long as God gives me breath, I will never forget this wonderful man. - Posted by: Lorn Bergstresser (Classmate) on: Jan 10, 2024
