May 11th 1943 ~ March 22nd 2019
Tom Nicolas of Glendora California entered into rest March 22nd, 2019 at the age of 75.
Tom was born on May 11, 1943 to parents Anna May Philben and Richard (Dick) Nicolas in Pasadena, California.
Survived by his beloved wife of almost 52 years, Nancy, their daughters Kelly, Kat and Kacey, and a much loved 'Papa' to Meadow, Avery, Beau, Maggie and Zoey. He is lovingly remembered by his brother Tim and sister-in-law Lore Nicolas, as well as their sons and grandchildren. Tom was a proud father- in-law to Marco De La Peza and Damian Karrer, and a loyal friend to Dorothy and Danny Hall, Brenda Sherman, George and Betty Wilson, and many more.
As a route salesman for Oroweat/ Entenmann’s for 35+ years, Tom was admired for his strong work ethic and the fact that he never once complained. As a loving and devoted family man, nearly every year he would get the family plus friends together in the mountains or near the coast for a week or more for cherished memories of game nights, music, sing alongs, excursions, hikes, boating, and other adventures. He was a great road trip companion and (mostly) willing participant in Nancy’s requests to stop at many historical and quirky sightseeing spots along the way.
Always smiling, whistling, and looking for a good laugh, Tom lived a good full life and created a loving family as well as a group of friends that became family. He leaves them with countless warm and wonderful memories. He will remain forever in our hearts.
A memorial service will be held at Oakdale Memorial Park in Glendora on Friday May 3rd, 2019 at 3pm in the Memorial Chapel.
