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
You will be sadly missed Dan you were a great guy guy with a great sense of humour and you were so good with my kids especially Cory I can hear you calling him Sport right now Rest In Peace my friend.
My condolences to Danny’s family. I knew Danny from working at the City for many years. He was a straight shooter and kept us all laughing even on the bad days. I ran into him a month ago so was shocked and saddened to hear of his passing. Rest In Peace Danny.
Remembering my Best Friend, Dan, of more than 17 years.
My weekends and trips to Tim’s will not ever be the same.
I will miss you dearly and hope that you are at peace and that you are happy.
Save a place for me.
To Ashlea, my sincere condolences and know that your Father thought the world of you!
All the Very Best in the days ahead and if you need me for anything … I’ll be there for you.
Much Love,
Mark Sutton
Danny you were a person of great passion and I saw you impact so many peoples lives, including mine and Michael’s. The way you told the truth was unique and I often though of you as extremely intelligent and I know you didn’t want to hear that. You are missed Danny.
I didn’t know Dan for as long as many of this ball playing buddy’s. But I am very glad that I got the opportunity to play on the Tribe. Dan was always able to take a normal conversation or environment to another crazy level. Many laughs and great times playing ball and nights at the clubhouse. You will be missed my friend.
Sorry for the loss too. Who thought that voice could be silenced. Loud and Proud. That was Dan.
Ken and I will miss you so much. We were reminiscing about the past years. Your favourite expression “don’t take this personal” will always remain in our hearts and minds. So much to remember. You were only 7 years old when I met you and I will never forget the laughs we had over the years. You left us too soon Love always, Ken and sister(in-law) Julie
I will greatly miss you uncle Danny. Thanks for being you and the memories I will cherish in my heart forever. The Tiffany doll you got me and our adventure in Victoria inside the parliament building. Sorry for not keeping in touch and not visiting more, something I will forever regret. Love you
Sharing in your sorrow. With love and friendship.
Sincerely, Bobbi and Fred
What a beautiful eulogy Ashlea. Life isn’t going to be the same without Danny in our lives.
He loved You and Natalie so much. Gramma is really missing Him too. RIP Danny, Love you and miss you