Craig C. Nicklas

 Craig C. Nicklas, 69, formerly of Suamico, passed away peacefully on December 1, 2025. He was born on August 2, 1956 to Wilbert and Lillian (LeFevre) Nicklas in Green Bay, WI.

In 1976, Craig married Pam Drath at Pilgrim Lutheran Church in Green Bay. Craig and Pam had their first child, Dawn, in 1977 and their second child, Derek, in 1981. They were blessed with one grandchild, Geoffrey, in 2011.

Over the years, Craig owned and operated several different businesses in the Howard-Suamico area. He co-owned a landscaping business and tire shop. He then owned and operated The White Front Bar & Grill in Suamico with his wife, Pam. Craig learned his love of small engine repair working for Pam's uncle, Bill Jones, of B&J Small Engines of Abrams. Ultimately, he opened his own small engine business Craig's Small Engine of Howard from 1995 to his retirement in 2018. Craig was deeply grateful for the relationships he formed with customers over the years.

Craig was an avid hunter who loved bow hunting with friends and family up in Athlestane. He loved fishing and camping whenever he got the chance to go. Craig loved anything that had an engine and especially classic car shows and riding his Harley. He also loved going out with his family and friends for some good food and a whiskey old fashioned. Craig was always craving cookies, root beer, and ice cream. He had a great sense of humor and an amazing mind for remembering jokes, he could get his entire family and friends rolling in laughter for hours.

Craig is survived by his loving wife, Pamela; daughter, Dawn Nicklas; son, Derek Nicklas; grandson, Geoffrey Nicklas; brother, Wade (Kaye) Nicklas; sister, Susan (Bob) DePuy; his twin brother, Chris Nicklas and his sister-in-law, Denise (Mark) Brefczynski; Craig is further survived by many nieces, nephews, other loved ones, and friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Wilbert and Lillian Nicklas; his in-laws, Edwin and Lois Drath; his sister-in-law, Carol Nicklas; his brother-in-law, Lance Ruechel, his cousin, Dave Nicklas and other family and friends.

Craig and Pam would like to express a very special thank you to Todd and Deanna Gutowski for sharing their wedding anniversary date with us, also for all of the fun times traveling to celebrate our anniversaries. Thank you for all of the good times, unwavering support, and love. Craig's family would also like to thank the Oconto County EMS and Oconto Hospital Emergency Department for the care and consideration they provided.

Family and friends may gather for Visitation on Monday, December 8, 2025 from 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM at Newcomer Cremations, Funerals & Receptions (340 S. Monroe Ave, Green Bay, WI 54301). A Funeral Ceremony will follow immediately at 4:00 PM. Craig will be laid to rest at Brookside Cemetery.

In honor of Craig, please consider a donation in his name to any cancer or Heart Association of your choosing.

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