BORN

1924

DIED

2017

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Charles Nickelsen Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Sep. 10, 2017.

Charles J. Nickelsen passed away unexpectedly on September 9, 2017. He was a loving and devoted husband to his wife, Lucille, who preceded him in death. Beloved Father to William and Nancy (James) Egan; Grandfather to William (Vickie) Nickelsen and Sandra Nickelsen of New Jersey; Christine (Ryan) Pape of Scottsdale; Great Grandfather to Amy Nickelsen and Faith Pape; Uncle to John Erik Kamna of New Jersey.
Services will be held on Thursday, September 14, 2017, at 1:00 pm, in the chapel at the Green Acres Mortuary & Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Barrow Neurological Foundation, The USO, and Sloan Kettering Cancer Center.

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September 17, 2017

Harry McAfee

My daughter, Rainey Weaver, introduced him as her friend, Mr. Nickelsen, and I took an immediate liking to him. We both had Navy careers in our resumes so shared many sea stories. I will remember him as an Officer and Gentleman. Friend Charley, rest your oars.

September 17, 2017

Harry McAfee

My daughter, Rainey Weaver introduced him as a friend, Mr. Nickelsen, but he was soon known to me as Charley. We both had a Navy career in our resumes and shared many sea stories. I liked him immensely and visiting with him was always most enjoyable. I will remember him an Officer and Gentleman. Friend Charley, rest your oars. Harry McAfee, Jane, Missouri

September 17, 2017

Ginny Testa

I was so sorry to learn of Charlie's passing. I will miss our occasional phone chats. He was a devoted husband and parent who always made me laugh with his quick wit. He was modest, bright and wise. Never had a mean, unkind word for anyone. My sympathy to Bill, Nancy and family. I pray he is reunited with his bride, Lucille and is at peace.

September 14, 2017

D. Romans 15:33 Andrews

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

September 14, 2017

Robin Kelly (Franke)

A wonderful man with a beautiful soul. Although I have not seen him in many years I have loving memories of Uncle Charlie from long ago.

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