Roy Louis Nicolet

Roy Louis Nicolet, 82 of Missoula, MT. passed away on Tuesday, October 29th at his home after a brief illness.  He was born May 23, 1942 in Missoula to Samuel and Frances Nicolet.

Roy graduated from Missoula County High School in 1960, joined the US Navy in January 1961 serving aboard the aircraft carrier USS Bon Homme Richard.  Roy retired in March 2021 after a 50 year career  as an MAI Appraiser.

While wintering in Mesa,  AZ. he became involved in the resort's Garden Railroad and when he returned home he built his own Garden Railroad in the backyard.

Roy was a member of the Missoula Symphony and loved all music from classical to contemporary,

He is survived by Arlene, his wife of 59 years., his sister Elaine Blinn of Denver, Co.[John], brother David, Missoula, nephew Soren and Family of Denver, Co., niece Jennifer and daughter Alissa, Missoula, nephew Shane, Missoula.  He will be remembered by his many friends, in-laws and their families, as well as his very special friends Sig and Linda Skarland.

Thank you to his honorary pallbearers Sig Skarland, Andy Zahn, John Mikkelson and Scott Olson.  Also a very special thank you to Big Sky Hospice and his caregivers for your loving and gentle care of Roy and his family.

Services will be at the Montana State Veteran Cemetery, 1911 Tower St, Missoula, Mt. Tuesday, November 19th at 11:30 am. Services will be officiated by Father Hislop. 

Please join us for lunch at the Eagles Club, 2420 South Avenue after the service.

Donations can be made to Big Sky Hospice or the charity of your choice.