Dickey Ray Nicholson

Dickey Ray Nicholson, 74, passed away July 31st, 2026 at Select Specialty Hospital in Tulsa, OK. Born August 18, 1951 in Bartlesville Oklahoma to Doyle and Twylah Nicholson, he was an unexpected twin, and as he said “has been sneaking up on people ever since!” The youngest of 6, he was always the kid giving his parents a hard time. He graduated from Sooner High in 1969, and went on to get a degree in Electronics Technology from United Electronics Institute in 1971. He worked at multiple places in his younger days, including TG&Y, Burger Chef, Bartlesville Community Center, and others. He dedicated 36 years of his life to working at TRW Reda, later known as Schlumberger or SLB. He retired in 2009 and enjoyed being the King of his domain. An avid actor, he starred in around 50 productions by the Bartlesville Theater Guild (now known as Theater Bartlesville). His last role was with his daughter, Hailey in 2011. Playing Mr Sousa in the student production of “Lizzie Borden”, opposite Hailey as Emma Borden. In 2011, his wife Kristen had a massive stroke, and he took on caring for her until her death in 2024. His greatest achievements would have to be his children. His son, Julian, of Savannah, Georgia. His daughters Michelle, Kristina, and his youngest (and caregiver) Hailey. Dickey is survived by his children, Julian, Michelle, Kristina, and Hailey. He is survived by two brothers, Melvin and Butch. He also leaves behind his beloved cat, Stevie. He also leaves behind countless grandkids, great grandkids and anyone who ever called him “Dad”. He is reunited with his parents, Twylah and Doyle, his sisters, Peggy Pruitt and Marsha Ann “Shan” Radebaugh, and his twin brother Rickey Jay. He also is reunited with his wife, Kristen, and his animals Smokey and Goliath. Dickey will be loved and missed forever. No formal services will be had, but a private get together for family will be arranged. A special thank you to the staff at Select Specialty Hospital in Tulsa, OK for all of the hard work they did to help him, especially at the end. So long, and thanks for all the fish. We love you, Dad. 42. No formal services are planned. Arrangements are under the direction of Carter Davis and the Davis Family Funeral Home and Crematory - Walker Brown Chapel. Online condolences and remembrances may be shared at www.DavisFamilyFuneralHome.com

Dickey Ray Nicholson

August 18, 1951 - July 31, 2026