James Nickolaow, 93, died at Good Samaritan Hospital on February 28, 2019 after a short illness. He was the son of the late Theoharis and Helena (Delvos) Nickolaow. He lived in Brockton for 60 years and graduated from Brockton High School in 1943. In the fall he enlisted in the U.S. Navy. He was on the Destroyer USS Major DE796 where he was a Machinist Mate, 2nd class. He served in both the Pacific and Atlantic, returning home in 1946, and then went on to Wentworth College taking up machine work and tool making. He worked at Brockton Machine Co. for 44 years as a draftsman.
James was the beloved Husband of Sylvia (LaBelle) (Millett) Nickolaow. Loving Father of LeeAnne (Nickolaow) Scott and her Husband
Kenneth. Loving Stepfather to Glenn Millett and his Wife Rosanne, Brian Millett and his Wife Linda, Karen (Millett) Botelho and the late Victor, and also the late David Millett. He was Papu to12 Grandchildren and 4 Great Grandchildren. He was Brother to the late Georgia Poulos and Nickolas Nickolaow. He leaves Nieces, Nephews, and many friends. He will be missed by all who knew him.
A remembrance for Jim will be held on Saturday April 13th from 2-5 PM at Pine Hill Estates, Louie's Lodge 33 Easy St. Raynham. Relatives and friends respectfully invited to attend. To write and online condolence visitwww.mackinnonfuneralhomes.com Arrangements made by Sampson-Hickey-Grenier Funeral Home, Brockton.
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