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NICHOLAS KEECH Obituary
Nicholas L. Keech (Chopper Nick) passed away peacefully, Sunday, July 21st with his family by his side. He was born in Dubois, PA, March 7, 1941 to Russell and Myrtle Keech. A native of Grand Rapids, MI, he attended school in Rockford, MI. He served time in the Air Force. He was pre-deceased in death by his parents and brothers Leo, Larry and KC and two 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; son Nick and wife Gwinn and son Danny; five grandchildren, three great grandchildren; and many caring and loving friends. A celebration of his life will be held at a later date.
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Tim rhodes
May 28, 2023
R.i.p chopper nick
Carolee Keech
September 14, 2013
Thanking every one for signing the guest book. My strength is through all of your thoughts and prayers. Carolee
Bushwacker
August 16, 2013
Carolee,
So sorry to hear of Nicks passing. He was the ultimate biker, he rode and built his own. God bless.
Allen Sterling
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
July 28, 2013
Dear Carolee and Family - you are in our thoughts and prayers - lots of great memories - love you all - Biz and Solo
donna lukowski
July 28, 2013
condolences go out to you Carol Lee
Shirley Hennessy
July 27, 2013
Carolee & family my deepest sympathy to you on the loss of your loved one.
Kelly kakes
July 26, 2013
Rip chopper nick ....cakes always loved and looked up to you keep riding. ...
delores powell
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
Pamela Andrews
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
Jeff Mooney
July 25, 2013
sure will miss him you all hang in there u r in our thoughts
Mark & Laura Atwood
July 25, 2013
So sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts & prayers.
Donna Webster
July 25, 2013
Dear Kim and Nick and family sorry to hear about Nick. Prayers are with you all. Donna Webster
Terry Kerkau
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
July 25, 2013
RIP CHOPPER NICK
metric mike
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
Theresa Ostrander-Greania
July 25, 2013
Carolee, you are all in my prayers during this difficult time. Nick was a great man, and will be missed.
Cathy & Richard Professional Hearing
July 24, 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.
Pam Dawes
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.
Mario Mana
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.
Bill & Mary
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!
Noreene & Steve
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.
Roberta Richardson
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.
Painter Dave
July 24, 2013
So sorry to hear of your loss. Nick was one of the best and will be missed by all.
Louise Mana
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
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.
custom works
July 24, 2013
carolee and family are prayers are with you
Rene & Teniece Arsenault
July 24, 2013
Carolee, We are so sorry to hear of Nick's passing. You are in our hearts and prayers.
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