Edward F. Nickless

Edward F. Nickless obituary

Edward F. Nickless

Edward Nickless Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Curley Funeral Home - Chicago Ridge on Jul. 26, 2025.
Edward F. Nickless passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, at the age of 73. He was the beloved husband of 52 years to the love of his life, Linda (Braun) Nickless. Loving father of Tracy (John) Schorle and Betsy (Dave) Scarriot. Proud grandfather of Joe Scarriot, Annmarie Schorle, and Nick Scarriot.

Dear brother of Bill (Sandy), Bob (Kathy), Jerry (Diane), the late Don (Marge), Jack (Lynn) Nickless, and Rita (John) Ulrich. Brother-In-Law of Tom (Lynne) Braun, Tim (Jean) Braun, Jeanne (Ray) Venegas, Terry (Janice) Braun, and the late Ted Braun. Cherished uncle of many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, William and Rita Nickless, and his In-Laws, Tom and Carole Braun.

Ed was a proud member of Local 143 Operating Engineers, serving the Chicago Public Schools for 40 years.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation in Ed's name.

Visitation will be held on Tuesday, July 29, 2025 from 3:00 P.M. until 8:00 P.M.; Funeral Wednesday, July 30, 2025, 10:00 A.M. from Curley Funeral Home, 6116 W. 111th St., Chicago Ridge to Incarnation Catholic Church, 5757 W. 127th Street, Crestwood, Mass 11:00 A.M.; For Funeral info (708) 422-2700 or www.curleyfuneralhome.com.

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