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Gregory Nickens Obituary
Gregory Alan Nickens, 47, of Belleville, Ill., born March 8, 1960, in Huntsville, Ala., died Friday, Dec. 28, 2007, in Belleville, Ill.
Gregory was an auto body mechanic. He belonged to the Miner Baptist Church, Sikeston, Mo.
He was preceded in death by his father, Larry Jack Nickens; and his grandparents.
Surviving are his two sons, Alex Gregory and Nicolas Alan Nickens both of Freeburg, Ill.; his stepson, Maxwell Christopher Sallman of Freeburg, Ill.; his mother and stepfather, Velma "Nicki", nee Chapman, and Frank Borsch of Prairie du Rocher, Ill.; three brothers, Stanley (Mandy) Nickens of Ballwin, Mo., Ronald Nickens of Red Bud, Ill., and Jeffery (Angie) Nickens of McIntosh, N.M.; and two nephews, Zachary and Jack Tyler Nickens.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Greg Nickens Memorial Fund, in care of the Koch-Liefer Funeral Home, Red Bud, Ill.
Visitation: Friends may call from 10 to 11 a.m. Wednesday, Jan. 2, 2008, at Koch-Liefer Funeral Home, Red Bud, Ill.
Funeral: Memorial Service will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Jan. 2, 2008, at Koch-Liefer Funeral Home, Red Bud, Ill., with Rev. Dennis Morgan officiating. Cremation will be held.
KOCH-LIEFER
FUNERAL HOME,
Red Bud, Ill.
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Sandra Spalt Fulte
January 8, 2008
To Greg's family: Please know my thoughts and prayers are with you as you cope with Greg's loss. I hope this quote brings you comfort:
"Seeing death as the end of life is like seeing the horizon as the end of the ocean." -David Searles
Kim Eichelberger
January 4, 2008
To Ronnie, Jeff, and Greg's entire family:
I'm very sorry for your loss. Please know that I am keeping you all in my prayers during this difficult time.
Peggy Donjon
January 4, 2008
My heart goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead.
January 2, 2008
To Greg's family,
I am so sorry for your loss. I went to high school with Greg. He was a rebel in those days (smile)but I always found him to be one of the nicest guys. I haven't seen him since our 10 year reunion and it was great to see him. He will be missed.
Sincerely,
Cheryl (Nicholson) Martin
January 2, 2008
Stan, Jeff, Ronnie and the entire family. We are so sorry to hear about Greg. He was a great guy! You will always be in our thoughts and prayers.
Kim & Roger Herriman
Nichole & Kristine Kerins-Trevillion
January 1, 2008
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. Our deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
Gigi Vanhorn
January 1, 2008
Greg, I'll miss you everyday. You'll always be with me. Mom, I'm so sorry. I know he was everything to you and you to him. Please contact me for anything you need. My love always. Gigi
Michael Launhardt
January 1, 2008
Please accept my deepest sympathies.
Denise
January 1, 2008
Children of Greg. So sorry to hear of your loss. You guys went to the same babysitter my children did in Smithton when you were little. (Jeannie). You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Julianna (Judy Chapman) Martin
January 1, 2008
"Gregg(my kool-aid kid)" I love you DEARLY. Your heart was like a mountain. Your compassion was such a load. If they only had known your pain. I did. You told me your utmost secrets. Thank you for sharing your life with me. I will cherish them the rest of my days. You laughter lit up every room and heart.
You are my Angel. Aunt Judy
Jim McCann
January 1, 2008
My heart goes out to the Nickens family. May God be with you in your time of need.
Houser Family
December 31, 2007
I pray that God will give you eyes to see beyond the clouds of earth into the glory of heaven, and the peace that comes from knowing that the one you love is there in His arms.
brian mcnally
December 31, 2007
To Nick,Alex,Max & Family,
Please accept my deepest sympathies. I was so sorry to hear of your loss. Greg was a good man and a friend. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
gary feazel
December 31, 2007
worked with greg,lots of fine memories,only regret is that i can't be at the wake to send greg off to his maker as we are in texas visiting family.our condolences to the family.
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