Obituary

Mack Eldon Nickell

December 16, 1929 - March 27, 2022

Mack Eldon Nickell, 92, of Lincoln passed away on March 27, 2022. He was born December 16, 1929, to Ruel and Dora (Casey) Nickell near Waverly, NE.

Mack worked as a Service Supervisor for Lincoln Telephone and Telegraph Company for thirty-nine plus years. He was a member of Gentle Shepherd Baptist Church, Masonic Lodge #54 (Electa Chapter), and a lifetime member of Nebraska State Snowmobiling Association. He also enjoyed bowling, golfing, and snowmobiling.

Family members include his wife of nearly 57 years, Mary of Lincoln; children, Douglas Nickell, Michael (Debbie) Nickell, and Robert (Val) Nickell, all of Lincoln; 5 grandchildren and great grandchildren; sister-in-law, Sharon Nickell of Linden, IA; son-in-law, Steve Schauer of Joplin, MO. He was preceded in death by his parents; daughter, Susan Schauer; daughter-in-law, Pat Nickell; sister, Maxine Bray and infant sister; brothers, Elmo (Billie) Nickell and Jerome Nickell.

Funeral Service will be 11:00 am Friday April 1st, 2022, at Roper and Son’s Midtown Chapel, 4300 ‘O’ St., with visitation one hour prior.

Burial will take place at Lincoln Memorial Park, 6800 S 14th St, Lincoln, NE 68512, with a luncheon at Roper and Sons Midtown Chapel following the burial.

Memorial to Journey Hospice House, 4615 J St, Lincoln, NE 68510.

Services

April1

Funeral Service

CST

Roper & Sons Midtown Chapel

4300 O St.
Lincoln, NE 68510

(402) 476-1225

Share a Memory or Condolence

May 3, 2022

I am sorry for the loss of Mack. He was such a special person in my teen years. May Mary have great memories to help her with this life altering event.

– Linda Gammel Hansel
April 2, 2022

Mary, I was so sorry to learn of Mack’s passing. I have such fond memories of when we were neighbors so many years ago. Keeping you and your family in my thoughts and prayers.

– LuAnn Ball
April 1, 2022

I am so sorry to hear of Mack’s passing. My Sympathy and love is sent to you and your family. I remember when you first came into our small group and what fun we had. I think Fred and Mack are seeing one another again. If sometime you want to call me, I would love to hear from you. God’s arms are holding you. His Love is taking you through this. Please let me know how you are doing.

– Carolyn Potts
April 1, 2022

Mary and family. So sorry to hear of Mack’s passing. Praying for peace & comfort

– Cindy Casey
March 31, 2022

Mary and family, so sorry for your loss, God Bless Karen (Wohlers) Litjen

– Karen Litjen
March 29, 2022

My deepest condonlences for the passing of Mack. I really enjoyed Mack as a neighbor at Stonecliff Estates and his friendly ways. God bless him and his family.

– Mike Nickles

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