Danny, age 62, passed away peacefully at his home in Victoria, BC on Monday, March 12, 2018. He was born in Hamilton, Ontario on November 19, 1955 to William and Irene (Mackay) Nichols and was the youngest of four brothers.
Danny will be missed by his daughter, Ashlea (Ian Stone) Wilson; granddaughter, Natalie; brothers, Bob (Kim), Ken (Julie) and Jan (Janet) Nichols and many nieces and nephews.
As a child, Digger Dan spent his days playing baseball and lacrosse, and he never missed an episode of The Three Stooges. Danny made Vancouver Island his home over 40 years ago. His career in Public Works with the City of Victoria began in 1982 and he retired in 2014. He was known around the job sites as Brother Radical. Danny loved baseball, watching the Cleveland Indians play at Jacobs Field, visiting Cooperstown and trips to Seattle with his daughter were some of his fondest memories. He was excited to watch his granddaughter’s future tee ball games. Not a day went by where Danny didn’t talk to his friends and family on the phone. Keeping in touch with loved ones was a top priority for him. Those calls will be greatly missed by everyone. Danny was loyal, honest and straightforward. His strong character and outgoing personality made him the subject of many stories. His absence will be felt by all who knew him.
“Love is the most important thing in the world, but baseball is pretty good too.”
As per Danny’s request, a service will not be held.
Condolences may be offered to the family below.
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22 Responses
I just learned today that Dan is gone. Was wondering why I haven’t seen his vehicle at Tim Hortons lately. Dan was from my home town of Hamilton, Ontario and I will miss his curmudgeonly 24/7 humor. The planet just got even more lonely for me now that he is gone.
Rick Barlett
I’m glad I got to see you before my vacation Danny. My daughters who you always called princess say thanks for being you Mr. Nichols. I’m glad we became friends Danny , Its weird going to Timmys and not seeing you and that black SUV . Rest easy my friend we’ll all be following right behind you in time.