Fiddlin Dave
Citra, Florida
To Carolyn and Nicks family,
Once again a write because I feel Nick would want me to let the family know this. And Thank God for THIS guestbook to let the family know what's happening. 1st let me apologize beforehand, because I know at a time like this, complaints are the last thing you want to hear. Let me say Nick would NOT want this OBO webmaster uncompassionate petty stuff going on toward his family! Nick gave 10 years or more of his life to the OBO Opry. The LEAST they could do at a time like this is have compassion! I have tried to leave a condolence at OBO guestbook, at the time I didn't know this place existed, otherwise would have just left it here, so I left a condolence at the OBO website. They would NOT post it for the family. However the webmaster replied to me, had the nerve to say it would not be posted because it advertised my sons death. All I said was Nick was there for my son 5 years ago. My statement was to GLORIFY NICK, and the good man he was. This is HIS life, why is this webmaster Ken Rider being this way, and so heartless at a time like this? I'm sure he must have lost a love one, and should know this is not a time to be so uncompassionate? I think its a sad day for the Opry to have a webmaster that represents the place to be acting this way! To make it worse he replies to me. He said he would not post my condolence cause it mentioned my son. So I sent another NOT mentioning my son, even though Nick was there for me when I lost my baby boy. Do you know he would not just post a condolence, as I said in last one, that my sympathies go out to Nicks family at this time, and God Bless, he is a free bird now! Do you know they will NOT post that, and now he's blocked me from using the guestbook to leave comments much less condolences!!! I am appalled, and to the family, if I were you, I would let the owners know that this is NOT RIGHT, and uncalled for behavior! I even had a lady Joanne email me and blast me! Saying my comments was uncalled for at a time like this. (what is wrong with this world?) Well isn't what they are doing to me TOTALLY uncalled for? And not only me, but to the family of Nick? They started this unthinkable uncompassionate behavior! Thank God they can't stop me from letting the family know what has occurred! Thank God for Johnson Overturf Funeral guestbook! If you the family of Nick ever see Earl/ Estelle or Ken rider, please ask them why they would attack me, or anyone from leaving a simple condolence of love care and compassion at a time like this, why would I be BLOCKED and treated in this fashion? Again God Bless Nicks family! And I'm so sorry to lay this on you guys! Nick loved me as a friend, otherwise he would have not been there for me, and even invited me in his my space as a friend. Nick was my friend. Apparently these people that won't post block my condolences aren't his friends. Your a free bird Nick!   

Dave
Florida
I'd like to say to the family of Nick, that I do apologize sending my condolence below. This was not the time nor the place to air my OBO differences. But I do NOT apologize to anyone for the behavior of the webmaster and the owners of OBO that would NOT allow my condolences to the family of Nick on their OBO website. I feel the family of Nick needed to know that we all loved him, and afterall it WAS the OBO Opry that he gave 10 years of his wonderful talents to! The least they could have done at a time like this was to show some compassion and not biased behavior! I am so glad this guestbook was available to let the family and all know what a wonderful human being Nick really was, and how he was there for me when I lost my son only 5 years ago! I hope the family of Nick and others understand? If not, I am truley very sorry. There was no other way to get my message to the family, and I probably won't see them anymore. Yes, Nick is a "freebird" now. God Bless him and his family at this time of their sorrow and grief!

Wendell Waters
Winnabow, NC
Bobbie & Kenny, may God bless and comfort you and your family during these difficult times. 

Julie Leonard
st.augustine florida
I truly loved "Big Nick".  He was one of my favorite people who brought a smile to everyone's face and heart.  Rest in peace big guy.

Cajun Dave Becnel
Citra Florida
Nick was a great guy, and was a fine human being and fellow musician. He was loved by everyone! I knew Nick before this OBO place. Nick was there for me and my family 5 years ago when I lost my son so tragically! He announced my loss on the OBO microphone. I will never forget him for doing that kind deed! he took the time to email me and let me know! I will also announce to everyone of what a great person he was on the Florida Sunshine Opry microphone! Also at the restaurant I perform at nightly. I was there at the funeral today, and it was such a very nice turnout. Nick had alot of friends that loved him so. It was so packed, I had to sit in the extra room in back where they video feed the main area. That to me, meant he was well loved and had lots of friends. I am saddened on this day of Nicks departure and funeral that webmaster Ken Rider who represents the Orange Blossom Opry would not allow my condolences to go out to the family. This is what I sent to the family, and it was deemed inappropriate by the webmaster Ken Rider from the orange Blossom Opry, and deleted:

To the family of Nick and OBO Opry. My deepest sympathy goes out to all who loved Nick. Nick was there for me when my son died 5 years ago. He was a good man. he announced it to everyone, little did we know Nick would get his time. I believe he is with the Lord now and my son has welcomed him home. God Bless you Nick! We love you my friend! And a special heartfelt sympathy to his family

I am glad I got to go to the funeral and personally give my respects to Nicks family! Its a sad shame on such a sad day like today that some webmaster has to have issues. Can't they give one day of respect and mourning a rest? Thanks to Darryl Thomas, and Grover for giving me the information, allowing me to see Nick one last time, and my brother Scott for letting me know what funeral home he was at. Again, my deepest condolences to Nicks family. And I am so sorry to bring this up, but thought you should know, how uncompassionate some people are at a time like this! The webmaster Ken Rider did this once before when I left condolences to Lori Gill. I am glad I saw Lori at the funeral, as I let her know I sent condolences as well! Lori did an excellent job singing and her part of the eulogy. Everyone was very nice. I just wanted Nicks family to know that at a time like this, people should put whatever issues they have from the past away! Its sad Buddy Davis and Earl Benson wouldn't give me the time of day? But it was nice to see everyone else, and the care they showed there! God Bless you Brother Nick. Your a "Freebird" at last! Aeeeeeeeeeeee!!!!

John & Lee Mahoney
Ocala FL
So very sorry to hear of Nick's passing.  We have attended the Opry almost every Thursday night for 10 years.  Nick was such a fixture there --we can't imagine it without him.  His quick wit and humor will be sorely missed.  He gave us many memories which we will cherish.  Our prayers go out to Trey and his entire family.  Lee & John Mahoney

Brandy Owens
Woodbridge, Va
So Sorry to hear about Mr. Nick. I knew him for many years as I was his neighbor.

Clara and Wayne Welch
Fruitland Park, FL
Our thoughts and prayers are with Nick's family and his fiance, Carolyn.  He will be missed  greatly by all of his Orange Blossom Opry friends.

Janet Odom
Florala, Alabama
My thoughts and prayers are with you, Aunt Bobbie and Kenny. I was sorry not to be able to be with you at the funeral. I always felt close to Donald. We shared a music talent although his talent far outdid mine. He was like a brother for many years as we grew up. I loved him a lot and thought he was very special. He will be missed by all who loved him. God bless you all at this time.

Janet Leonard & Kenny Judson Trade Winds Lounge
St. Augustine, FL
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.  Nick will be truly missed by all of us at the Trade Winds. May he rest in peace.

Gene Waters
Metter,Ga
Miss Bobbie, Kenny and family you are in my prayers, Gene Waters

RICHARD SIMPSON
LADY LAKE,FLORIDA
I WISH TO OFFER MY CONDOLENCES TO NICK NICHOLSON JR'S FAMILY AND FIANC� AND FRIENDS ON THE LOSS OF "NICK", A FRIEND AND GREAT MUSICIAN AND SINGER. HE WILL BE MISSED BT ALL WHO KNEW HIM, I KNOW I WILL

Dana Bennett Stoll
Fort Mc Coy, FL
MY THOUGHTS & PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU
  NICK WILL SURELY BE MISSED BY ALL !!!!
  BOBBY, I'm sorry for your loss,
  my god be with you.......love Dana

Steve and Sherrel Mack
Palatka, FL
You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Kermit & Carol Lawhorn
San Mateo, Florida
To our brother Nick and his family,
We are truly sorry for the lost of our friend, Looking back at the time we all shared, I have to SMILE. They tears around our face are many but as I look back the joy he gave us over take our tears and leaves us with wonderful thoughts and a warm feeling in our hearts. Nick we love you, and you shall be missed. God bless your family.

Robert & Helen Daniel
Canton, NC
Our thought's and prayer's are with you!
God bless and keep you in his care.

Teri Cherry
Westerville, OH
I was so saddened to hear of Nick's passing. He was such a joy at The Orange Blossom Opry & was a very talented musician, what a tremendous loss. May the love of family & friends get you through this difficult time & may the memories bring you comfort. God Bless you!!! In deepest sympathy~~~~

John and Linda Thomas
Inverness, Fl.
Our prayers and thoughts are with  all of you at this time. May you be comforted in knowing he is beyond all pain and  suffering.  The passage of time and your friends and  and family will get you through this. Our sincere sympathy  John and Linda.

John and Lynne Dixon
Summerfield, Florida
We are so saddened by this huge loss to the musical family. I have always admired Nick as a premier bass player and good guy. Our condolences to the entire family. God Bless..

Tom McCallister
Dothan, AL
Nick was an excellent musician, a superb human being, a wonderful father, and probably the funniest individual that I've had the honor of befriending. He was truly a gift - a pearl of great price.  However, any words we leave here today constitute but a feeble attempt to condense Nick�s life into a tangible quantity that will help assuage our grief at his passing.  None-the-less, he had a profound impact on the lives of us who knew him and his influence will no doubt dwell in our hearts, minds, and spirits until we finally reunite with him in the presence of the Divine. Clearly, our lives will suffer untold diminishment from his passing. Yet, in a larger sense, we must gain solace from the knowledge that Nick will dwell for all eternity in a glorious place of absolute fulfillment, the majesty of which we can scarcely imagine. Those of us who were fortunate enough to work with Nick will forever treasure the time spent in that association, for he has left a deep watermark on our lives.  Perhaps this is the greatest gift to us all. Goodbye my old friend.

Darryl & Donna Thomas
Weirsdale, FL
I, DARRYL THOMAS, HAVE KNOWN  "NICK" FOR OVER 10 YEARS; DONNA; FOR A LITTLE OVER 4
YEARS. THERE WERE A LOT OF GOOD TIMES WITH BRO. NICK. I SHALL ALWAYS CHERISH THE LAUGHTER & MUSIC HE SHARED WITH ALL OF US. NICK, IN HIS OWN VERY SPECIAL WAY, BROUGHT A WORLD OF JOY, LOVE & PEACE WITH EVERY PERFORMANCE OF THIS BLESSED SOUL. HE TOUCHED ALL OF OUR HEARTS IN A WAY YOU COULD UNDERSTAND JUST KNOWING HIM. WE ALL LOVED HIM AND HE SHALL BE SORELY MISSED, BUT WILL REMAIN REMAIN IN OUR HEARTS FOREVER. GOD BLESS YOU, NICK, AND MAY THE LORD BE WITH YOUR FAMILY AND GRANT THEM PEACE & PROSPERITY...YOUR BROTHER & SISTER IN CHRIST,  DARRYL & DONNA THOMAS

Randy & Jennifer Phillips
Holly Hill Fl
You have been a brother, a friend, even a father figure....You will always be remembered in the dearest & fondest of ways. Our loss is God's gain...he took home a good one, the Best!!!  We will miss you so much! Thanks for the good times & great memories We love you always!! Put in a good word for all of us that you left behind will ya!!! God's Blessings to your family who will be in our prayers! Love & Hugs for our "Uncle Bo Bo"...

Domenic & Sue Battistella
Leesburg
Sue & I are saddened by Nick's loss. we are happy to have known him & to have shared his talent. Our love & prayers to his family.

Tom & Joanne Thum
Apopka, FL  32712
Our thoughts and prayers are with all that have had the pleasure of knowing Nick. He has brought so much joy and entertainment to so many people at the Opry and in his personal life. May his family find comfort knowing that he is in God's hands. Nick - Rest in Peace our dear friend. We will miss you!