Richard E. "Dick" Nickerson age 78, passed away suddenly on Monday, November 21, 2016 at his home. He was born on June 10, 1938 in Columbus to Lorenzo and Eleanor (Versma) Nickerson. Dick was a 1957 Columbus High School graduate. He was married to Carol Yanz on September 19, 1959 in Columbus. He served in the National Guard and was called to active duty in 1961. Dick worked at the Columbus Milk Producers Coop in Astico and later for Mosinee Paper and American Packaging both in Columbus. He retired from Enerpac, formally known as Columbus Products. Dick liked to keep moving, whether he was out and about the town, just visiting, or helping neighbors or anyone whose things needed fixing or attention. He greatly enjoyed working as a crossing guard where he could wave to everyone. One of Dick's greatest loves and joys were the times spent with his grandsons. Dick was a member of St. Jerome Catholic Church and the Knights of Columbus. Survivors include his wife Carol of Columbus; his daughter Janine (Dan) Werry of Waterford; his grandsons Joshua and Nick; one brother Robert (Ruth) Nickerson of Columbus; many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents; son Michael in 1976; one sister Jean Lienke. A Mass of Christian Burial was held at 11:30 A.M. on Monday, November 28, 2016 at ST. JEROME CATHOLIC CHURCH, Columbus. Rev. Steve Kortendick officiated. Interment was in St. Jerome Cemetery, Columbus. Visitation was from 3:00 P.M. until 6:00 P.M. at ST. JEROME CATHOLIC CHURCH on Sunday, November 27 and from 10:30 A.M. to 11:30 A.M. on Monday at the church. Memorials may be directed to Alzheimer's and Dementia Alliance of Wisconsin, St. Jerome Church or the Columbus Community Hospital.