Obituary of Charles M. Nickolson

Charles M. Nickolson, 67, of Arcadia, Florida passed away Wednesday, September 17, 2014 at home with his family. Mr. Nickolson was born April 7, 1947 in Montgomery, Alabama to Charles W. And Mary Ellen (nee Blasingame) Nickolson. Mr. Nickolson served as a Sergeant in the United States Army and moved to this area 44 years ago. He along with his late wife Flossie, and daughter Tammy operated Nickolson's Portrait Studio in Port Charlotte. Charles served the community capturing memories through photography in this area since 1979. His daughter Tammy inherited his love of photography and will continue the family business. He was an avid marksmen competing locally and internationally. Over the years Charles has earned and received a great deal of recognition for his skill. His love of marksmanship has been passed down to his grandsons. Mr. Nickolson is survived by his daughter, Tammy Grueber of Port Charlotte, Florida; and grandsons, Austin and Dylan Grueber both of Port Charlotte. He was preceded in death by his wife, Flossie, in October 2013. A Memorial Service will be held at 7:00PM on Tuesday, September 23, 2014 at Paul Schelm Funeral Home, 12687 SW County Road 769 (Kings Highway) in Lake Suzy with Pastor Wayne Earnest officiating. Please visit Charles' tribute wall at www.schelmfh.com to share memories and send condolences to the Nickolson family. Arrangements by Paul Schelm Funeral Home in Lake Suzy. Phone(941)625-3535.