John David McNicol
October 17, 1966 - November 13, 2010
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John David McNicol
October 17, 1966 - November 13, 2010
Obituary
John David McNicol was born on October 17, 1966, the fourth child of Marlene and James McNicol. His father James was an engineer in the aerospace industry and he and his family were living in Bangkok, Thailand where John was born. They also lived in Pennsylvania and Florida during John’s childhood before settling in Southern California. He graduated from Tustin High School and received his Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration from California State University, Fullerton. John was the CFO of XcellWave, a technical services provider to the wireless communication industry and the President of Aircraft Information Services, Inc., appraisers of commercial aviation. He was a member of the International Society of Transport Aircraft Traders and a certified ISTAT Appraiser, one of only about 40 in the world. He was well respected in his industry and in all aspects of his life.
John and Elaine were married for over 20 years and have three beautiful children: Ashley, Rachel and Kyle. They created a warm and loving home together for their family, and friends always felt invited. He was a loving and caring husband and father, attending everything in which his children participated. He loved to travel with his family, taking them on many wonderful trips and reveled in the planning and preparation to make each trip perfect.
John passed away on November 13, 2010, after a 7-month battle with Leukemia. He is survived by his wife Elaine; children, Ashley, Rachel and Kyle; mother, Marlene McNicol, sister, Susan Keith Robishaw; brothers, Peter Sheryl McNicol and James Tanya McNicol; six nieces; one nephew; and many more family members and friends who will miss him dearly. His love for his family and friends will be cherished through our countless memories of John.
A memorial service will be held on Saturday, November 20, 2:00 pm, at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, 30522 Via con Dios in Rancho Santa Margarita. In lieu of flowers the family has set up a scholarship fund for the children: The Kyle, Rachel, and Ashley McNicol Trust Fund, c/o AISI, 26072 Merit Circle, #123, Laguna Hills, CA 92653. Arrangements through O’Connor Mortuary: www.oconnormortuary.com
36 responses to John David McNicol
Mark Coito says:
November 17, 2010
My heart goes out to every member of John’s family as well as all his friends who are sharing in the loss of such a great guy. I’m a better person for having known John… RIP
Melissa Allen says:
November 17, 2010
John lived life to the fullest everyday. What an inspiration to all. He will be missed.
Michelle Tyson says:
November 17, 2010
My heart felt sympathies to John’s entire family and to his friends. John’s spirit will live on in each of you. I have nothing but fond memories of him. May God have mercy on you and help you mend your broken wings.
Norrie McCreary says:
November 17, 2010
You’ve inspired us all and we are all better for having known you. You will truly be missed….
Sheri Rathor says:
November 17, 2010
Elaine, Ashley, Rachel, and Kyle, your husband/best friend and father will live on in the hearts forever of all those he touched. He had so many different friends because of his ability to connect with all kinds of people in the world. He held his head high and always had a positive attitude no matter what he was up against. He loved you all with so much passion and everyone could see it. He didn’t have to say it – his actions showed it, day in and day out. He lost his fight but never his dignity or his grace or spirit. He taught us all….so very much! We have so many great memories of John, from seeing him at every school event, from T-Mesa to THHS, and usually in the first row, walking the kids to school in the morning passing our house each day, his Christmas parties and his cool shoes, his laugh, his sense of humor, and dry wit, but most of all –the love he had for each of you! We are blessed to have known John McNicol!
With our love and prayers….
The Rathor Family