William Nicolai Obituary
With solemn hearts, we announce the passing of William Nicolai of Milnor, North Dakota, born in Lisbon, North Dakota, whose presence will be deeply missed, having departed on November 4, 2024 at the age of 59. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of William Nicolai to pay them a last tribute.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Bernard Nicolai and Shirley Ann Nicolai (Lock); his brother Paul; his sister-in-law Phyllis King; his great-nephews, Gabriel Crist and Kyle Wetzel; and his parents-in-law, Maurice and Dorothy Braun.
He is survived by: his son Adam Benard Nicolai; his wife Marlys Braun; his son Isaac; his siblings, Stephen, Phil (Kate), Mark (Kari), David (Ronda), Richard, Douglas Nicolai and Ann Marie Hertz (Reed); and his in-laws, Joyce Metzen (Wayne), Tim Braun (Cheryl), Natalie Fulton (Micheal) and Bernard King. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews.
Visitation was held on Thursday, November 7th 2024 from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the St. Arnold's Catholic Church (107 3rd St, Milnor, ND 58060). A rosary was held on Thursday, November 7th 2024 at 6:30 PM at the same location. A prayer was held on Thursday, November 7th 2024 at 7:00 PM at the same location. A Mass of Christian burial will be held on Friday, November 8th 2024 at 10:30 AM at the same location.
In lieu of flowers, family prefers memorials to Milnor Fire & Rescue, Easter Seals Goodwill of North Dakota or Riding for Dreams.
