Albert "Nick" Henry Nicholson, Jr. of Dunkirk, Maryland, formerly of St. Mary's County in Maryland, died peacefully on March 19, 2012 at the age of 72. Nick was born on February 25, 1940 in Washington, DC to Albert H. Nicholson, Sr. and Agnes Harriett (Herbert) Huppmann.

He is the beloved husband of Mary Ann Nicholson, for over 51 years.

Nick is the loving father of John Nicholson (Donna Biscielgia) and a devoted grandfather to John Albert and Fawn Michelle Nicholson. He is also survived by his favorite cousin Carolyn McKinney and her husband, Danny; sister-in-law of Wanda Hilt and niece, Kimberly Musgrove and her husband, Bert. He is the brother of Suzanne DeWitt, Michael, Russell and Joseph Huppmann and the late Robert Huppmann.

Nick grew up and lived his life in the Southern Maryland area. From an early age, he had a passion for cars and motorcycles, especially Harley Davidson's. All his business adventures revolved around the automobile industry, from repairing to owning, and everything in between. Over the years, he has been the owner of various types of businesses involving automobiles.

He had a wide range of hobbies. He enjoyed hunting for elk and deer and fishing with friends. He enjoyed watching numerous types of sports. But is favorite hobby was spending time with his family and friends. If Nick felt he was able to help someone, he was there for them. If you were considered one of Nick's close friends, then to him you were family.

Nick was a member of the Loyal Order of Moose Lodge in Upper Marlboro, Maryland. He was one of the first Trustees and a member since 1976. He was so president of the Eastover Optimist Club from 1982 to 1985.

In lieu of flowers, family request donations to Calvert Hospice, P O Box 838, Prince Frederick, MD 20678 or Hospice of Chesapeake, 445 Defense Highway, Annapolis, MD 21401.

Arrangements provided by Lee Funeral Home.

Visitation
Thursday, March 22, 2012, 2:00PM - 4:00PM
Lee Funeral Home Calvert
8125 Southern Maryland Boulevard
Owings, MD 20736

Thursday, March 22, 2012, 6:00PM - 8:00PM
Lee Funeral Home Calvert
8125 Southern Maryland Boulevard
Owings, MD 20736

Funeral Service
Friday, March 23, 2012, 11:00AM
Grace Brethren Church of Calvert County
9870 Old Solomons Island Road
(Route 2 and 260)