William P. Nickerson Jr. was from Charlestown and fondly called Nick by his family and friends, and Bill by his colleagues. He is survived by his wife Patty (Mullen) Nickerson of West Roxbury, stepdaughters Deirdre Mulkerrins, Karen Mulkerrins, and stepson Kevin Mulkerrins and his wife Deirdre McLaren, and grandchildren Nina, Lola, Zachary, and Caleb. Son of the late William P. Nickerson Sr. and Dorothy Wallace of Charlestown.

Nick studied at Boston Latin School (Class of 1977) and Columbia University (Class of 1981), playing football for both schools. He spent his career as Senior Finance Manager for the City of Boston with the Boston Redevelopment Authority and the Boston Planning and Development Agency.

He was an incredible stepdad and devoted husband. He loved his life's work of assisting in the development of many small businesses throughout Boston. He was highly regarded by his colleagues and the people of Boston that he worked with. He easily made friends and struck up a conversation no matter where he was. He was quick with his "dad" jokes, bringing smiles to his family. He will be deeply missed by many and remembered for his love of cooking, history, and music (sharing punk rock with his daughter Deirdre).

Visiting hours in The Robert J. Lawler & Crosby Funeral Home, 1803 Centre St. West Roxbury on Saturday February 1, from 1:00 to 3:00 pm. Relatives and friends are invited to attend. Interment private.

In lieu of flowers donations may be made in his memory to https://giving.bilh.org/joslindiabetescenter/