William B. Nicholson Sr., 74, of Columbia Station, passed away on December 21, 2012 after a long battle with cancer. USMC veteran. William enjoyed spending time with his family and friends. He loved gardening, the outdoors, camping, and fishing. He leaves behind the love of his life and best friend, Jane Savinsky; sons William Jr. (Lisa) and Justin; daughter Joy Anne; grandchildren William III, Malia and Silvester Messiah; mother Etha. He is preceded in death by his wife, Wanda (nee Barritt) and father, Bunner L. Funeral Service Friday, Dec. 28, at 10:30 a.m. in the CHAMBERS FUNERAL HOME, 29150 LORAIN RD. AT STEARNS RD., NORTH OLMSTED where friends may call THURSDAY 2-4 AND 6-8 P.M. Burial will be at Ridge Hill Cemetery, Amherst OH. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the American Lung Association, 6100 Rockside Woods Blvd., Cleveland OH 44131.