Denise A. (Martin) Nicholson, 52, of Southborough passed away at home on March 27th, after a period of declining health. The loving daughter of Isreal A. and Theresa M. Martin, she was born in Biddeford, ME on October 26, 1956. She spent some time in Japan and California before settling in Massachusetts. She was a graduate of Assabet Valley Regional Technical High School where she became a hairdresser. She is survived by her children, Phillip and Meaghan Nicholson of Taunton. Denise will be greatly missed by her brothers and sisters: Steven Martin of TX, Rosemary Boothby of VT, Craig Martin of NC, Cynthia Rizzotto of Kingston, Thomas Martin of Fitchburg, Ivonne Parker of TX and Sharon McKinnon of AR. Denise is also survived by many nieces and nephews. There will be a graveside service Sunday, April 5th at 2:00 PM in the Rural Cemetery in Southborough, Middle Road Entrance. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Nicholson Education Fund, C/O Wells Fargo Bank, 1900 Justin Rd, Highland Village TX 75077.