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Gilbert L. “Gib” Nicholson

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Gilbert L. ‘Gib’ Nicholson, age 71, passed away on Sunday, July 5, 2015 at his home in Point Marion, Pa., following a long and courageous battle with cancer.

Born Saturday, July 1, 1944 in Morgantown, West Virginia a son of Joseph H. Nicholson and Mildred ‘Midge’ (Smith) Nicholson McQueeney.

He was a veteran of the United States Marine Corps, life member of American Legion Post 499, and a member of both the F.O.E. Aerie 1932 and the 40/8 Voiture 18 all of Point Marion, Pa.

‘Gib’ was a retired self-employed Contractor and well known in the area for his skill in dry wall finishing.

He formerly attended the Point Marion Apostolic Church.

He was predeceased by his parents; wife, Roxie Jean (Hall) Nicholson in 2002; a son, Joseph L. Nicholson in 2013; and a brother, James H. Nicholson in 1982.

He is survived by his loving friend and companion of the past 12 years, LaVerne Czikray; a son, G. Clint Nicholson of Point Marion, Pa.; three grandchildren; and sisters, Elaine and Rita.

Friends will be received in RICHARD R. HEROD FUNERAL HOME, Point Marion, Pa Wednesday 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. and Thursday, July 9, until 11:00 a.m., the hour of Service with the Rev. French Jenkins officiating.

Interment will follow in Evergreen Memorial Park, Point Marion, with Military Honors and Rites accorded by Point Marion Veterans Posts.

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Semper Fi!

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