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Nicholas Keech Obituary

KEECH, NICHOLAS L. South Daytona, FL Nicholas L. Keech of South Daytona, FL, passed away on Sunday, July 21st with his family by his side. He was born on March 7, 1941 in Dubois, PA to Russell and Myrtle Keech. He was a native of Grand Rapids, MI, went to school in Rockford, MI and later joined the United States Air Force. He lived in Bay City, MI prior to moving to Florida where he did auto body work and also was employed by Newcor Corp. He was predeceased by his parents; brothers, Larry, Leo, KC; and stepsons, Steven and Peter. He leaves behind to cherish his memory, his loving wife and best friend Carolee; his daughters, Kim and husband, Fred; Nancy and husband Lew; sons, Nick and wife, Gwinn; and Danny; five grandchildren and three great grandchildren and many loving and caring friends. A celebration of his life will be held at a later date.

Published by Grand Rapids Press on Jul. 25, 2013.
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R.i.p chopper nick

Tim rhodes

May 28, 2023

Thanking every one for signing the guest book. My strength is through all of your thoughts and prayers. Carolee

Carolee Keech

September 14, 2013

Carolee,
So sorry to hear of Nicks passing. He was the ultimate biker, he rode and built his own. God bless.

Bushwacker

August 16, 2013

anthony mana

July 29, 2013

Carolee
Very sorry to learn of Nick's passing. May your memories of the good times sustain you in the months ahead.

Love

Allen Sterling

July 29, 2013

Dear Carolee and Family - you are in our thoughts and prayers - lots of great memories - love you all - Biz and Solo

July 28, 2013

condolences go out to you Carol Lee

donna lukowski

July 28, 2013

Carolee & family my deepest sympathy to you on the loss of your loved one.

Shirley Hennessy

July 27, 2013

Rip chopper nick ....cakes always loved and looked up to you keep riding. ...

Kelly kakes

July 26, 2013

To the family of Nick: So sorry for your loss of your dad and friend. Hard to believe all of the Keech boys are gone so soon but they are all in heaven with their family and friends. I remember Kim and Nickey mostly and know how you all miss him. You are all in my prayers. Delores Powell

delores powell

July 26, 2013

I can honestly say, Nick is one of the best I have ever known, always there for everyone and the love for his wife is the kind of love we all hope to have, Heaven is in for a time that only Nick can bring...
Rest peacefully brother, and know that we will all take care of your lady...she is in good hands, by the hearts of the many friends you made...
love and prayers to all the hearts, who hold your heart close to them...
Riding now in heaven...forever missed

Pamela Andrews

July 26, 2013

sure will miss him you all hang in there u r in our thoughts

Jeff Mooney

July 25, 2013

So sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts & prayers.

Mark & Laura Atwood

July 25, 2013

Dear Kim and Nick and family sorry to hear about Nick. Prayers are with you all. Donna Webster

Donna Webster

July 25, 2013

I called you Dad for a long time, you helped me become the man I am today. You've always been part of my life even though I haven't seen you for many years, '70 Old's 98, thank you for being part of my life and my Dad when I needed you. Kim and Nicky my thoughts and prayers are with you. RIP Dad

Terry Kerkau

July 25, 2013

RIP CHOPPER NICK

July 25, 2013

so many great times hard riding and drag racing were ever we road,i lost my step dad in feb and now nick who treated me like a son for so many years.i named me son after this wonderful man,he will be missed by many.rip my brother

metric mike

July 25, 2013

Carolee, you are all in my prayers during this difficult time. Nick was a great man, and will be missed.

Theresa Ostrander-Greania

July 25, 2013

Carolee, Richard and I are very sorry for your loss. You will always have a special angel with you all the time. Our prays go out to you.

Cathy & Richard Professional Hearing

July 24, 2013

Carolee, You are in my thoughts and prayers. I have so many wonderful memories of Nicky. I know he is up there with PJ now and they are watching down on us. Love you.

Pam Dawes

July 24, 2013

Chopper you were like a brother to me.I have been blessed for having you for a friend.Mick 66 P.S. Im sorry for your loss Carolee.

Mario Mana

July 24, 2013

Carol Lee, we send our deepest sympathy. We are honored we got to know Chopper, he was a great friend and will be greatly missed by us!

Bill & Mary

July 24, 2013

Carolee, we are so sorry for your loss. Nick will be missed by many. I hope you can find comfort in the wonderful memories of him that you hold in your heart. Please know that we are here for you. Sending love to you and your family.

Noreene & Steve

July 24, 2013

Carolee Greg and I are so very sorry for your loss. Nick was so loved by all of my family. He will be missed by all of us. You are in our prayers.

Roberta Richardson

July 24, 2013

So sorry to hear of your loss. Nick was one of the best and will be missed by all.

Painter Dave

July 24, 2013

We will never forget all the great times we had with you Chopper.Thankyou for being our friend.Love,Mike and Louise Mana

Louise Mana

July 24, 2013

We will never forget all the great times we had with you Chopper.Thank you for being our friend.Mike and Louise Mana

July 24, 2013

Carolee, so sorry to hear of Nick's passing. May God give you the strength to make it through this tough time.

LuAnne & Mike

July 24, 2013

We will never forget the great times we had with you Chopper.Until we meet again.Love, Mick 66 and Mana Mana (you always called me that)Mike&Louise.

July 24, 2013

carolee and family are prayers are with you

custom works

July 24, 2013

Carolee, We are so sorry to hear of Nick's passing. You are in our hearts and prayers.

Rene & Teniece Arsenault

July 24, 2013

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