Michael Nihmey

With heavy hearts, we share the news of Michael’s passing after a brief battle with cancer. Michael passed on October 9th, the day of his 53rd wedding anniversary to the late Anne Rosemary (Rommie), who he adored and missed immensely. Cherished father of Chris, Julie, and Ted Osborne (Heather). Beloved grandpa of Julianne Rosemary (Cullen). Son of the late Philip and Lily Nihmey, brother to George and Nick, and predeceased by brothers Elias and John. He will be greatly missed by his many nieces and nephews, godchildren, students and friends. 

Michael was a lifelong athlete. He played football at both Carleton University, where he completed his undergraduate, and Queen’s University, where he attended Teacher’s College and proudly won the 1968 Vanier Cup. He also played hockey for many years and continued to play baseball until the age of 78. 

During his brilliant teaching career, he taught at several Ottawa high schools, including Highland Park, Commerce, Ottawa Technical, and Immaculata (as Vice Principal), touching the lives of countless students and staff alike. Michael ended his career at St. Patrick High School where he helped to bring back and coach his favourite sport, football. He was passionate about teaching and always wanted the best for his students. He always enjoyed running into former students and hearing about their lives. He prided himself on remembering them by name even many years later. Loved by so many, Michael was a stand-up guy, a funny, warm and wonderful person, and the most amazing, supportive father who would do anything for his children. He will be greatly missed by all of those whose lives he touched. 

A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. 

For those who wish, In Memoriam donations can be made to stand up to cancer.