Pearl Gloria Nichol (née Smith)
June 1, 2022
With great sadness, we announce the sudden passing of our cherished mother, grandmother, and wife, Pearl Nichol (née Smith), who lost her battle with cancer on Wednesday, June 1, 2022, at LHSC – Victoria Hospital, at the age of 83.
Pearl is survived by her best friend and husband of 60 years, Bruce Nichol; her three daughters, Pam Harrison, Brenda Polzler, Angela Silva; as well as her grandchildren, Sebastian and Julia Silva, and Maxwell Polzler. Pearl is predeceased by her sister Audrey Harness and mother and father, Annie and Albert Smith.
Pearl was a treasured friend to many and was a very active volunteer for several charitable organizations throughout her life including hospice. She also worked for many years as a Registered Nurse throughout Ontario.
Pearl was born in Oxford, England and immigrated to Canada with her parents and sister at the age of 8 and settled in Forest, Ontario. She also lived in Wallaceburg, Guelph, Chatham and London.
Pearl was a faithful and active member of the Church throughout her life and enjoyed singing in the choir and sharing her faith with others.
Funeral service will be conducted on Monday, June 6, 2022 at 10:00 a.m. at Westview Funeral Chapel, 709 Wonderland Road North, London, with visitation one hour prior. Interment at Beechwood Cemetery, Forest, Ontario.
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Dear Bruce and family, So many memories and so many good times we have shared over the years. Pearl will be remembered for helping Linda get to the hospital, where she stayed after her shift to see our second born child. We fondly remember Pearl and you, Bruce, as our next-door neighbours in Guelph. Tolerating our new fence to contain our sweet but intimidating-looking Doberman. Pearl helped Linda to deal with a skunk-meets-dog situation late at night, proving what a dependable and kind person she was. We loved snowmobiling, tobogganing, cottaging in winter and summer, and countless card games with Bruce & Pearl and Jerry & Sharron Hazlitt. Pearl was ever the gracious host and made sure that everyone was comfortable and well-fed. For many years we rang in the new year with Bruce, Pearl, Jerry and Sharron, with much laughter. Bruce, we regret that we will never see Pearl dance the “Dance of the Seven Veils”! May you dance your way to heaven, Pearl. Always in our hearts. Linda, Peter, Marla and Sheri Williams
My sincerest condolences to Bruce and family. Pearl was a sincere and kind friend of mine over the last few years. She has been missed greatly over the last months and I know she is now resting peacefully.
Bruce. So sorry to receive the news of Pearl.s death. Alec sent us your message. Our sympathy to you and your family. I first met Pearl when she and I lived in the nurses residence at Victoria hospital . Take care and keep in touch. Don and Maja.
Bruce, you and Pearl hold a special place in my memory. Your hospitality meant the world to me. So sad to hear of her passing and sending our condolences.
Bruce, we are so sorry to hear of Pearl's passing. We have many warm memories of trips and visits over many years when and after we worked for "that corn company".
Dear Bruce and family, I am very sorry to hear of Pearl’s passing. Sending sincere condolences to everyone.
Pearl and I met at the gym a few years ago. We have maintained a friendship for a few years. Pearl was a caring, kind, loving woman who fought her battles alone without asking for anything. May she rest in the peace she deserves. Please accept my condolences to the family.
Dear Bruce and Family I am very sorry for your loss and am keeping the Nichol family in my prayers as you mourn Pearl’s passing. Sincerely, Barb Faubert
My condolences to Bruce and family. I knew Pearl and Bruce from their Chatham days. She was a woman of tremendous grace and compassion.
Bruce and Family: So sorry to hear of Pearl's passing. She was one amazing woman who meant so much to so many of us. We will always treasure the memories and laughs that we shared together. Sending our love and deepest condolences!! Mary and Jamie
~ Jamie and Mary Williamson