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Oickle; Vincent Howard

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Oickle; Vincent Howard, 86, of Milton, Queens County passed away peacefully in Queens General Hospital, Liverpool in the early morning hours of May 29, 2019.
Born in Milton, Vincent was a son of the late Edward and Phyllis Oickle.
Vincent lived by the philosophy that you can achieve anything that you put your mind to and think about. This is common teaching to his children and grandchildren throughout their lifetimes. When he married in 1955, he set about to build his family home in Milton from the ground up. He made all his own flooring and trim at the Milton Woodworking factory where he worked as his first job at the time. Vincent lived life to the fullest doing what he enjoyed. Many know him for his woodworks and handles from the dream shop he built for his retirement from Bowater Mersey in 1986.
He took pride in and loved spending time in his meticulously organized workshop making a variety of hand made tool handles with his spokeshave and lathe. Many hundreds of wooden lunch boxes were made for his co-workers at the mill over the years. Vincent had many long time friends that would drop in to see him for handles and conversation. He was also an avid fisherman, sometimes spending hours during fishing season in his favorite spot above Milton Bridge where he occasionally held the record among friends for the most salmon caught (and released) during the season.
For decades, Vincent could be found planting his very large, well kept vegetable garden, teaching his children and grandchildren the art of growing beautiful vegetables that could be enjoyed year round. All his life he enjoyed nature, spending time hunting, walking and exploring. He was a great husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather and will be missed dearly.
Vincent is survived by his daughter Noweta Nickerson (Ron Zwicker) of Milton. Sons Gilbert (Malinda) of Milton and Brian (Julie) of Bridgewater. His grandchildren Mitchell Nickerson and Ivan (Jennifer) Nickerson and his great grandchildren Fia and Phoebe Nickerson. His sisters Eileen Himmelman of Bridgewater, Elaine (Wayne) Jennings of Dartmouth, Joyce (Graham) Swann of Hammond’s Plains. His brothers Alan (Lena), Lyman (Linda) and Mervin (Sandra) all of Milton and Royce of Liverpool.
Vincent was predeceased by his loving wife of 54 years Lela (Whynot); his sister Marjorie and brother Malcolm.
Cremation has taken place under the direction of Chandlers’ Funeral home, Liverpool. At Vincent’s request, there will be no funeral service. No flowers. Donations may be made to Queens County Branch of the Victorian Order of Nurses.To share memories or condolences to www.chandlersfuneral.com

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  1. Dear Noweta and family,so sorry to hear about your Dad…be proud you did a lot for him! Thinking of you in the days ahead..take care.

  2. TO VINCENT’S FAMILY I’M SO SHOCKED TO HEAR THIS SAD NEWS. MY THOUGHTS ARE WITH YOU ALL AT THIS SAD AND DIFFICULT TIME. REMEMBER ALL THE WONDERFUL TIMES THAT YOU ALL SPENT TOGETHER TO HELP GET YOU THROUGH THIS DIFFICULT DAYS. RIP VINCENT

  3. We are so sorry for your loss. Sending our thoughts and prayers to you all.

  4. Noweta & Family

    I’m really sorry to hear of your father and grandfather’s passing. He will be a big miss, but the memories that you have will always be close to your heart. As time passes the hurt will heal and your memories will stay forever.

    Take care
    Thelma

  6. Noweta and Ron,
    So sorry for your loss. My thoughts are with you at this sad time.
    Barbie

  7. Gilbert and families, we are so sorry to hear of your Dad’s passing. He was a good man. We still have one of his wooden spoons he made, and Noweta was right..they never break. Take care, you are all in our thoughts.

  8. Noweta, I was truly saddened to hear of your Dad’s passing.
    My heartfelt condolences to you & the family.

  9. Noweta, Gilbert, Brian and families so very sorry for your loss. Thinking of you all at this very sad time.

  10. Noweta, Gilbert and Brian,
    I am so sorry for the loss of your dad. He was such a wonderful man and had a great sense of humour. Sending you all my heartfelt condolences. Remember all your great times with him and your shopping excursions.

  11. Noweta and family, So sorry to hear of your loss. I’m sure the good memories will support you at this sad time.

    Darlene Trimm

  12. Judy and I are very sorry for your loss and send our deepest condolences.Bless you all at this sad time.

  14. Noweta and families

    I am so sorry to be reading this. I know you loved your dad so much and you spoke of him so kindly. One just never know. Lean on each other in the days ahead.

  15. Oh Noweta I am so shocked and saddened to see this. I will always remember Vinnie with fond memories. The twinkle that was always in is eyes and the smile that was always on his face. My thoughts are with you Gilbert and Brian at this time.

  17. To all of Vincents family I offer my sincere condolence.I was shocked to hear of his passing.I worked with Vincent for a number of years on the paper machines and had many good times.I thought of him like a big brother who taught me a lot in the mill.Keep all the great and happy memories close to your hearts and they will help with the healing process.R.I.P. old friend.

  18. To the Oickle Family
    So sorry to read of Vinnie’s passing. Enjoyed working many years with Vinnie in the paper room. Buying my first wooden papermaker’s lunch box and several handles from him over the years. So please accept our deepest condolences at this time.
    Wayne and Wendy and Hazel Orme

  19. Dear Noweta, I Am So Sorry To See This . What A Fabulous Man Your Dad Was, He Certainly Was Proud of You As Well You Of Him. What A Wonderful Daughter You Were. God Bless You For Being There For Your Dad. May He Now Rest In Peace, Fly High Mr, Oickle, You Certainly Have Earned Your Golden Wings.
    Sincerely; Peggy & Francis Payzant!!!

  20. Noweta and family,

    Very sorry to hear of your dad’s passing. You got to spend a lot of quality time with him. Those memories will always be with you.

  22. With heavy heart we send our deepest sympathy to all Vinnie Family. He was a wonderful man and talented handle maker and gardener i will miss all the fresh cucumbers from your garden R.i.P pal till we meet again

  23. Noweta and family so sorry to read that your dad passed away it was just a couple of weeks ago that you and i was talking about him you was such a amazing daughter i know that you are really sad right now it will get a little better he may be gone but you will always have the memories to hold on to hes with your mom now hugs and prayers are sent your way

  24. Noweta:So very sorry to read of your dads passing.Our sincere condolences to you and Ronnie and all your dads family.

  25. So sorry to hear about Vinnie. He and Lela raised some great kids. That’s the best legacy a person can have.

  26. To Vincent’s family we send our condolences in your loss. Vincent & Beverley worked together many years in the paper department and used to have some fun times too. We have some of his handles he so lovingly made. He will be missed by the family, many friends and community. Share your memories with one another. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time.

  27. To Noweta and all of Vincent’s family.
    I would like to offer my deepest condolences at the loss of you precious father. We were just sharing conversation about him at the well. I know the sorrow that comes from losing a Dad. The hurt diminishes but it takes a very long time. Hugs to you Noweta.

  28. Noweta,Our condolences to you and your family on the loss of your Dad.

  29. Gilbert and Malinda,

    So sorry for your loss. Thinking of you all at this difficult time.

  30. Very sorry to hear of your loss. It’s always too soon to loose those that we love. Sincerely, Anne Cameron

  31. Dear Noweta ,Gilbert and Brian
    What a nice picture of Vinnie ..I have known Vinnie and Lela since when you 3 were very young .We visited your mom and dad often ,I’ve always enjoyed talking with Vinnie whenever we met each other ,thought the world of him . Please know that we are thinking of you and hope the love of your family and many friends help you during this sad time . Sincerely Richard and Peggy

  32. To All of Vincent’s Family:
    We are so sorry to hear of Vincent’s passing. We are thinking of all of you with sincere sympathy at this most sad time.

  33. Dear Noweta and Ronnie, we are sorry for the loss of your Dad, Raymond talks about the axe handles your Dad made and no one would be able to do the same anymore. Nancy and Raymond

  34. Noweta , so sorry to hear of your dad’s passing .Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family Take care. Wendy and Gary

  35. Noweta and family

    We were saddened to read of Vinnie’s passing, and sent our deepest condolences. Vinnie was a talented handle maker and a good conversationalist. He will be missed by many who share your loss.

  36. To Vincent Oickle,s family. Sorry for your loss, Vincent was a good friend, I know you will miss him.

  37. Dear Noweta and family

    I didn’t know your dad but I know how it feels to lose a parent. It’s so tough! You and your family are in my thoughts and my sincere condolences are being sent to you at this very sad time.

  38. The Oickle family Sorry for your loss.Thinking of all of you at this sad time.A kind gentle man who will be missed by many.

  39. Dear Noweta….Sorry to hear of the loss of your dad. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

  40. Our condolences to the family. May memories help heal the pain of your loss.

  42. Gilbert, Noweta, Brian. Sorry to hear the news about your Dad. Was a very talented man and will miss the fun conversations we had. Think of him all the time as most of the wooden handles I have came from his shop.
    Take care
    Karen and Hugh

  43. Nowetta, Gilbert, and Brian & Families

    So sorry to hear of the loss of your dad. Vinnie was a good man. We bought many of his handles, he use to carve for various tools. My dad had Vinnie’s lunch boxes for work. Hold on to the great memories to help you through this most difficult time. RIP Vinnie.

    John & Debbie

  44. To the Oickle family. Sorry to hear about Vincent passing.Friends and worked together for years.Thinking of you all at this sad time.

  45. Dear Noweta….So sorry to hear about your dad’s passing. My condolences to You, Ron and your family.

  47. Noweta & family – So sorry to hear of your beloved Dad’s passing. He was such a lovely person. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

  48. Noweta, Gilbert and Families
    So sorry to hear of your father’s passing. A Fine person he was. Certainly will be missed. My sincere condolences
    Susan MacLeod

  49. Dear Noweta and family,
    I’m so sorry to see that your Dad has passed on.
    Thinking of you and yours at this sad time. I know you have wonderful memories to sustain you.

    Holly Smith

  50. Dear Malinda, Gilbert and family:
    Thinking of you at this sad and difficult time. With Sympathy,
    Anna-Stell and Jordan

  51. Noweta, so sorry to hear of your Dad’s passing. Cherish your memories of him. God bless.

  52. Noweta, Gilbert and Brian and families – we are thinking of you all as you suffer with your loss. Noweta, you did so much for your dad during the last few years for which he was so appreciative!! Keep your memories close – they will help comfort you in the days ahead.

  53. To the family:
    Norman and I extend sincere condolences. Norman remembers spending many hours at the Oickle home.

  54. Gilbert, Brian, and Noweta, So sorry for the loss of your special dad; please know that my thoughts are with you.

  55. Dear Noweta so sorry to learn of your Dad’s passing . Our condolences to you ,Ron and family.

  57. Gilbert, Brian, and Noweta. A kind caring man he was. Deepest condolences for your loss.

  59. Gilbert, Noweta, Brian and families.
    So sorry to hear about the loss of your father.
    Hold on to the wonderful memories you all have of him.
    Our sincere condolences at this difficult time.

  60. Dear Noweta and family,
    I will miss your dad and all of the fun times I spent at the family home as a young girl. I was so happy that I got to visit him a final time. Take care of yourself and your family and remember the good times. I will be thinking of you all at this sad time, I will say a prayer that the angels are taking care of him now.
    with much affection,
    Bonnie Hartlen.

  61. Sorry to hear of your father passing Noweta, will be praying for you and your family.

  63. Noweta and family, so sorry to hear about your Dad’s passing. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.

  64. Noweta, Ron and family. Sorry to hear of your dad’s passing. He was a fine gentleman

    Lloyd and Wendy Borden

  65. To the family of the late Vincent Oickle. We are sorry for your loss , I always enjoyed talking to your father as we often met in the stores and would chat about what was going on around , going to miss him he was always so friendly

  66. Condolences to Vinnie’s family.He was a well respected member of our community .

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