Michael Nicholas, 64, of Ravenna, passed away Sunday, March 30th, at Green Meadows Skilled Nursing. Born in Canton, on March 17, 1961, a son of the late Forrest and Bessie (Ramsey) Nicholas. Besides his parents he is preceded in death by 2 brothers Larry Nicholas and Greg Nicholas. Mike loved God, he was a devoted member of New Vine Baptist Chuch, of Malvern. He enjoyed many things in life which included the Ohio State Buckeyes, Cleveland Guardians, Pittsburgh Steelers. camping, fishing and get togethers with his family and friends where they would always make a little bit of music. Mike loved music and was known for playing an upright bass for gospel harmonies an bluegrass gospel roundup for anyone who asked him. Survived by loving wife of 40 years Virginia (Bursee) Nicholas; son Michael Nicholas; 2 brothers Forest Nicholas, Glen Nicholas; sister Sheena Yacklin; sister-in-law April (Shon Amos) Brewer; special friend who held a huge place in his heart Megan Curry, life would not have been possible without her compassion, love and determination which made all the difference, as well as many nieces, nephews, cousins and family members including special nieces Sherry Boone and Cheryl Wilson whom were there to check on their "Bub" all the time. The family would like to extend gratitude to Dr. Gabrial of the Gabrial Cancer Center for giving Mike the years he may not have had, the DaVita Dialysis - Alliance and Ravenna for taking care of him during a process he hated, Green Meadows F wing for the exceptional care the past 2 months, and to Crossroads Hospice for the compassion and empathy. A celebration of life will be held in the New Vine Baptist church - 424 E Porter St, Malvern, Ohio 44644- on Monday, April 7th at 6 PM with Pastor Steven Gilreath officiating.

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