Giovanna Joanne Nicknair
May 20, 1935 ~ October 7, 2015
SOUTH PORTLAND - Giovanna Joanne (DiMillo) Nicknair, 80, of Landry Circle, passed away unexpectedly Wednesday, October 7th, 2015. She was born May 20, 1935 in Portland, the daughter of Luigi and Maria DiMillo. Joanne married Paul Nicknair and raised two children, David and Laura. She enjoyed spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren and was very close with her sisters and brother. She is predeceased by her beloved husband Paul E. Nicknair; brothers-in-law: Ivan and Rev. Harold; four sisters-in law: Rose, Blanche, Violet, and Bernadette. Joanne is survived by her children: David Nicknair and his wife Karen, of Golden, CO and Laura Nicknair Sroka and her husband David, of Niwot, CO. Also survived by her adored grandchildren Delaney, Carson, Kendal and Olivia; her sisters: Lee, Anna, Gina and Francis: brother, Remo; sister-in-law: Lilly and many nieces and nephews. Visiting Hours will be held on Monday from 4:00-6:00 PM at the Conroy-Tully Crawford South Portland Chapel, 1024 Broadway, South Portland. Prayers will be recited at the Chapel on Tuesday at 9:15 AM followed by a 10:00 AM Mass of Christian Burial at St. Peters Church, 72 Federal Street, Portland. Burial will follow at Brooklawn Memorial Park, Portland. To visit Joannes memorial page or share online condolences, please visit www.ctcrawford.com Memorial donations may be made to Alzheimers Association, 383 U.S Route One #2C, Scarborough, ME 04074, or www.act.alz.org.
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David and Laura, so sorry for the loss of your Mom. What a special woman she was. She was one of my favorite Aunts and I’ll always remember her fondly. Rest in peace Aunt Joanne.
– Gail Nicknair
Kathy and I were so sad to hear the news of Joanne’s passing. She was the salt of the earth and just a wonderful human being. We are forever grateful to her for the time she spent with my mother after my father’s passing. I’ll also never forget how she made a point of keeping an eye on my boys at lunchtime when she worked at Brown School. We will deeply miss her and the uplifting smile she always wore. Rest in peace sweet lady.
– John Ely & Family
David & Laura,Your Mom will always hold a special place in my heart. I’m so sorry for your loss.
– Cathy Cahill
David and Laura,Just read about your mother today in the paper. I am so so sorry. She was a wonderful neighbor and friend. My thoughts are with you and your families.Love to all,Joan Cahill
– Joan Cahill
Laura and family, we are so sorry for your loss. I pray that your heart ache is eased by the love and support of everyone that loves you. Sending our love.
– The Zingerman family
DEAR FAMILY,GIOVANNA ALWAYS CALLED HERSELF JOANNA TO ME. WE WERE VERY CLOSE FRIENDS FOR A LOT OF YEARS AS WE SUPPORTED EACHOTHER THROUGH OUR MANY HAPPENINGS AND HARDSHIPS IN THIS LIFE. THESE PAST COUPLE OF YEARS WE WERE NOT AS CLOSE, BUT WE WERE STILL FRIENDS, AND SHE WAS A GOOD FRIEND, A GOOD PERSON…VERY GIVING.IT WAS ALWAYS VERY CLEAR TO ME THAT HER FAMILY, LAURA AND DAVID AND ALL THE REST, WERE HER LIFE AND HER LOVE…SHE LOVED YOU BEST.SHE IS NOW IN A DIFFERENT PLACE, BUT STILL WITH FAMILY, AND HER LOVE WILL SHINE DOWN ON YOU. THOUGHTS OF JOANNA WILL REMAIN IN OUR HEARTS.PEACE TO YOU JOANNA…YOUR FRIEND GINNY CRAGIN
– GINNY CRAGIN
So sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with all of the family.
– Karen Daigle Bernard
Johanna, was a special lady. Those of us that knew her, will always smile when we think of her. may she rest in peace.
– Sybil Riemensnider
Our deepest sympthies to all… hugs my friend
– Brad n Linda
She had the sweetest most genuine soul we’ve ever known. Rest easy “G” and enjoy the company. Our heart and prayers go out to the Nicknair family.
– Andrea Kolden & Family
Oh such a GREAT lady. I am SO SORRY for your loss, David and Laura. Your Mom was always so good to me and I shall never forget her kindness and sassy spirit. The last time I saw her, my husband and I dropped in, one of the few times we did, unexpectedly on Christmas Eve to deliver cookies, because I knew you both were living away, and she was always so gracious and full of Joy and she got a kick out Jon. She used to visit me here where I live now, back when you cousin, Theresa, lived on my street and your Mom was babysitting her son. I regret not visiting her in the past few years. She always did and always will have a place in my heart. God Bless you all and take care. Much Love, Sue
– Sue Smart
I am so sorry to hear about Joanne’s passing. She was such a nice, kind hearted lady. She was so kind to my mother, Barbara in her final years. Joanne would spend time with her and take her out on little adventures. I saw Joanne many times at the assisted living facility when I would visit. You could tell how much my mother enjoyed her visits and seemed to recognize her even when we weren’t sure if she recognized us. I am so grateful to her and will miss her.
– Elizabeth (Ely) Haeger
To ‘Coach Dave’ and all of the Nicknair Family: We are so sorry for your loss. You are all in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time. Rest In Peace, Mrs. Nicknair.
– The Donovan Family