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
Danny you will be dearly missed. I know you are up there now, reuniting with your mamma, Russ, Lou, Corey Stewart and even our Jessica would be giving you a big hug with her mom Deanna. I hear when you go to heaven when you were older, you go back to being 20 something. I hope that’s true. Love you and I already miss your voice. Lorie and Randy
Dear Dan!
We will always hear your voice saying ” living the dream “. You told it like it was, no messing around! I will miss you saying ” my little buddy ” That’s what you said for the 25 years that I knew you. You had a heart of gold and a sense of humour. You were loved by so many. We will miss you so much and are very grateful to have had you in our lives.
RIP MY FRIEND
Peggy and Dennis Boyd
My condolences to the family and friends. I worked with Dan as a table officer on the CUPE 50 executive for all the years he was recording secretary and was one of the few who could read his calligraphic handwriting style readily for typing minutes. We both started with the City the same year and have had many great interactions dealing with union matters and outings. I always liked Brother Dan’s straight forward say it the way it is approach, to anyone.
My Condolences to Dan’s family. Would hook up once a month or more for coffee outside Timmies. Never Boring. RIP Brother Dan
I was so deeply struck by reading of your passing.
My heart is saddened but I will always fondly remember you.
My condolences to your many friends and family.
Godspeed Danny
I still can hear your voice and tone in my head. Sorry only called Dan ISH. So RIP ISH you were a straight shooter. Condolences to all of his family.
Well Dan I guess this means we are not getting together to watch the Indians play in April. I was shocked when I read Thursdays paper and saw the notice of your passing. I will truly miss the many phone calls and stories you shared with me. You always made me laugh and put a smile on my face. The staff at Jenner Chevrolet will miss your friendly smile and unique ways of expressing your self. Rest well Danny and thank you for the friendship.
My condolences to all the family.
Danny always had a way to make me laugh over coffee “with the boys”.
You will be surely missed by all who crossed your path over the years.
R I P my friend
Rose and the kids
Melissa, Kristina and Michael (little Mikey as you liked to call him)
Ashlea, Natalie, Janice , family and friends
I am so sorry to hear about your loss. I know how important he was to you and I feel your loss.
Debra
The big picture will never be the same Danny,thanks for being you.