Don R Nickel
Born: Thu Feb 28, 1952
Died: Sat Apr 21, 2012
Celebration of Life
2:00 PM Wed Apr 25, 2012
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Don was born February 29, 1952 in Caldwell, Idaho, to Ellen Jean and Norm Nickel. Don was raised and educated in Caldwell and was also known to all his friends and relatives as Moto, Nick, Don Don and Popcorn Pucker. No matter what name you knew him by, he was caring, generous and loving. He graduated from Caldwell High in 1970 and enrolled at Boise State College in the fall. He hit the lottery when he met Sharlene Fuqua and made her his bride on a hot summer day July 13, 1974. They were insuperable until his final day. They enjoyed fishing, camping and day road trips. He participated in several fishing derbies and won and always shared his winnings with Shar, as she did with him. He was a professional brick mason and worked with his dad and Uncle Leroy. When dad retired, Don became Leroy’s partner in the business.
Don is survived by his bride Shar, his dad, sister Jo (Dennis) Bergvall of Charlston, SC, brother Jerry of Nampa, aunts, uncles and numerous cousins.
He was preceded in death by his beloved mother.
A celebration of life will be held at the Caldwell Elks Lodge #1448, 1015 N Kimball, on Wednesday, April 25, 2012 at 2:00 PM. Condolences to the family may be made at www.flahifffuneralchapel.com.
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Sheila Stone
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Posted Mon April 23, 2012
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Shar, no words can tell you how sorry we are to hear about Don. He was such a great guy, and truly was your best friend. Just know we are thinking of you and sharing your sorrow. We love you, Sheila and Mary.
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Bonnie Farwell
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Posted Mon April 23, 2012
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Oh Sharlene, my thoughts and prayers are with you. It sounds like you and Don had a wonderful life together and I trust that those wonderful memories are with you as you celebrate and remember this good man. Love to you and I will be praying for you as you go through this time. Love you.
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Gene and Diane (Pickrel) Clemens
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Posted Tue April 24, 2012
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Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time of your loss. May the Lord uplift you and grant you peace and strength in the days to come.
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Mark Thompson from UPS
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Posted Tue April 24, 2012
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We are very sorry for your loss of Don, our thoughts and prayers are with your family...
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Dena Roberts
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Posted Tue April 24, 2012
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My Dearest Shar, you were so very fortunate to have had such a wonderful life with Donnie. Those of us who were lucky to have known Donnie are so truly saddened and my heart hurts for your loss. Love you Sis.
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Barb Smedley McDermott
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Posted Tue April 24, 2012
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Shar, Jerry, Jo and Norm; My prayers and thoughts are with you and your family. Don was always like my big brother growing up!
Barb Smedley McDermott
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Kathy Billings McClure
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Posted Tue April 24, 2012
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Shar--My heart aches for you losing your husband and best friend. Cling to all the wonderful memories of the fishing trips, etc that you''ve shared. Sorry I can be there physically but know you''ll be in my thoughts and prayers.
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Kathy Pierce
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Posted Tue April 24, 2012
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Shar,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and the entire family. Don and you had a very special love and friendship. I will always remember the ice cream runs that he so kindly would do on those warm summer days at our work. I especially enjoyed listening to your fun fishing trips and camping trips, and of course the huckleberry picking trips. I know you will always treasure those special times. Take care. Hugs. Later, Kathy P
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Tom and Carole Spry
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Posted Fri April 27, 2012
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We are so sorry for your loss. Hope your wonderful memories sustain you through this difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
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