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Jackie Nickel Obituary
A Private Cremation was held. The family will receive friends at the family owned Bruzdzinski Funeral Home P.A. 1407 Old Eastern Avenue, Essex at Route 702 (beltway exit 36) on Wednesday from 5 to 9 pm. A memorial service will be held at 8:30 pm. The public is invited to attend the interment of cremains in Oak Lawn Cemetery on Thursday at 11 am. In lieu of flowers memorials in her name to The Chesapeake Bay Foundation or Saint Jude Shrine will be appreciated.
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Memories and Condolences
for Jackie Nickel
Noel Levy
September 7, 2007
Jackie was one of a kind. She had common sense, was well informed, and was a good listener. Mostly, I'll remember her as someone who cared. She cared about our community, she cared about our future, and was never beguiled by all of the spin and posturing. She knew instinctively how to get to the real story.
It hurts to lose Jackie Nickel. She will very much be missed.
Kathleen
September 7, 2007
Lux aeterna luceat ei, Domine, cum sanctis tuis in aeternum, quia pius est.
For you, Jackie, from the "old days"--a prayer that has no end.
Lorrie Erdman
August 23, 2007
It was my great privilege to know Jackie. I met her many years ago while working on various cemetery projects in Middle River and Essex as I am the Cemetery Chair for the Baltimore County Genealogical Society. The area has lost one of its greatest historians. Jackie was so kind and just a complete pleasure to be around. Her grandson, Thomas was her pride and joy. To the family, I pray she is resting in the loving arms of God, our Father. I know she will lovingly watch you all from up above.
Robert Headley
August 23, 2007
I
first met Jackie and her mother a number of years ago when I was doing research
for a book on Baltimore movie theaters. They both were very hospitable and
provided me with much invaluable information. Over the years Jackie helped
me find much more data on local theaters. She was a kind, generous and all-around
nice person. She will be greatly missed.
Helen Bryant
August 22, 2007
Jackie-
Thank you for including a "newcomer" to this piece of paradise on earth. Now that you are in a higher position, I can only hope that you will continue to watch over us and inspire in us your deep love and appreciation for preserving this part of the Chesapeake Bay.
With Great Affection and Admiration,
Helen Bryant
Louisa Jonas
August 22, 2007
Jackie was my first boss out of college at the East County Times and still stands as one of the best. She was an excellent mentor, friend, and all around warm-loving person. I never forgot how she gave me my first real opportunity in the professional world. I know I am one of many that will always think of her fondly and will miss her. Thanks Jackie for being you.
Dot Horrocks
August 21, 2007
My prayers and thoughts go out to Jackie's family. Essex residents will sorely miss her! She was known for her work and voice for our community. She assisted me with issues that I had with the group home near me.
Peace be with you.
Jo Ann Meren-Barnstein
August 21, 2007
Jackie was such a wonderful woman and I feel lucky to have known her and her family. She was always so kind and welcoming. Jackie worked tirelessly for causes close to her heart and community, but always found time for family and friends. My thoughts and prayers go out to her family in this difficult time.
Jackie as a teen at Rockaway Beach
August 21, 2007
Jackie at the Creative Alliance
August 21, 2007
Jackie at Pizza John's 40th Anniversary
August 21, 2007
Happy Fourth of July!
August 21, 2007
Jackie and her grandson Thomas
August 21, 2007
Jackie signs copies of her Essex book at Ballestone Manor
August 21, 2007
Pamela Bielanski
August 20, 2007
Jackie was a wonderful person and great writer. She captured the hearts and memories of the area, and was truly a voice that reached across generations and communities to share her historical knowledge, charm and warmth.
Pamela Bielanski
August 20, 2007
Jackie was such a wonderful woman, and writer. She was truly the voice of a generation and community.
Howard L. Smith Jr.
August 20, 2007
I was shocked and upset to hear of our Mom's passing. She and I e-mailed frequently, and she had been my biggest booster in my researches regarding the Civil War in the Essex area. Her death is a loss to the entire community, but her legacy i.e. her many columns and her recent book, is substantial. I'll miss her terribly.
Terese Corman
August 20, 2007
Mike, Christina, and Tommy -- We were deeply saddened to hear of your mother's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time.
Tonja Palmer
August 20, 2007
To the family: I continue to pray for the families strength during this time and always. Remember God makes no mistakes.
Nan Giza(Moore)
August 20, 2007
So Sorry to hear about your Mom. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Joan
August 20, 2007
Jackie is gone too soon. I've only known her personally for the past year but read her columns for many years. She was a member of our community planning group and I loved when she spoke up and made her views known. I appreciate all she did to make Essex a good place to live.
Mike Marshall
August 20, 2007
I'm very sad to hear of your loss, my heart felt condolences go out to the whole family. We are all, sadly, touched by this horrible disease at somepoint, it's truly tragic.
May you find some peace in time.
Keith Roberts
August 20, 2007
It was with a great deal of sadness that I learned of the untimely passing of Jackie
Nickel this past Friday.
I had the honor and privilege of calling Jackie one of my friends for almost 30
years. Although we didn't always agree on every issue, her friendship was a
constant that I will surely miss.
Always a fighter, Jackie continued her passion and work for the community right
up to almost the very end when her illness prevented her from attending the community
meetings she craved almost two months ago.
A School Teacher, author of several books on the history of Essex and Middle River,
Editor of both the Avenue News and East County Times, columnist, and active in groups
such as the Rockaway Beach Improvement Association, Back River Neck Peninsula Community
Association, Essex-Middle River Civic Council, Essex Revitalization Corp., Essex
Day Festival, Ballestone Preservation Society, Essex Renaissance Corp., and much
more, Jackie will always be remembered for her love and dedication to the area in
which she was born, raised, and spent her entire life.
Her fighting spirit is something that we should all honor and try to emmulate.
Goodbye my Friend
Keith Roberts
ARCADIA PUBLISHING
August 20, 2007
We were so pleased to work with Jackie to publish a history of Essex, and we are saddened by her passing. Our deepest sympathy is extended to her loved ones. ARCADIA PUBLISHING
D. Edward Vogel
August 19, 2007
Dear Jackie,
You are as much a part of the history of this area as all that you included in your work. You are a good friend to me, and a true believer in the Bengies. Thank you for all your inspiration and insight. Now that you are among the stars, I will keep an eye out for you, please keep an eye on us. All My Love! D. Edward
Deborah Lauer
August 19, 2007
Jackie was a valued member of the Heritage Society of Essex and Middle River and she will be missed very much. We send our condolences to her family. Our prayers are with you.
Officers and Members of the Heritage Society of Essex and Middle River
Karen Hidy
August 19, 2007
I am so sorry to here about Jackie.
That was a real shock to me. I have known Jackie for a very long time. I was the secretary for Dr. Shane. Again,my condolences.
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