BORN

1935

DIED

2014

FUNERAL HOME

Westmount Memorial Celebration Centre

1001 Ottawa Street South

Kitchener, Ontario

Erwin Nikelski Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Jul. 7, 2014.

NIKELSKI, Erwin; April 26, 1935 to July 6, 2014
With great sadness the family announces the passing of Erwin on Sunday July 6, 2014.
Dearly loved husband of Hannelore (nee Missel) and cherished father of Monica Shantz (Mark), Jim Nikelski (Priya) and Peter Nikelski (Anita). He leaves precious memories with his grandchildren Michelle and Steven and will be sadly missed by his brother Robert Nikelski (Maria) and sister Berta Zehetmaier (Erich). Cremation has taken place, a celebration of Erwin's life will be held at a later date. As expressions of sympathy donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Ontario would be greatly appreciated.

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July 8, 2014

Kim Schneider

Monica I'm sorry to hear of your Dad's passing. Thinking of you during this difficult time.

July 8, 2014

Marilyn Good

Monica - Sorry to hear of your fathers passing. Thinking about you and take care - Marilyn

July 8, 2014

Christine Burns

Sorry to hear this. My thoughts are with you and your family Monica.

July 8, 2014

Monika Rath

I'm so sorry to hear of your father's passing. I will keep you in my thoughts. May you cherish all the wonderful memories you have of him. Peace be with you.

July 8, 2014

Jill Burke

Monica, My deepest sympathies to you and your family.
Jill

July 8, 2014

Elaine Racey

I'm very sorry for your loss. May your memories give you peace and comfort.
Sincerely, Elaine and Steve

July 8, 2014

Jane Leung

I am so sorry for your loss, my thoughts and prayers are with you at this most difficult time.

July 8, 2014

Monica and Mark, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this very difficult time.

Sincerely,

Linda, Mike, Sarah and Jonathan Hergott

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