Maurice Nickels

Maurice Nickels

April 03, 1938 - September 29, 2024

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Maurice W. Nickels, 86, of Indianapolis, IN passed away on September 29, 2024. Maurice was born April 3rd 1938, in Logansport, IN to Morris Nickels and Margaret Dunn.

Maurice was a life-long Indianapolis resident who graduated from Washington High School where he played football and ran track. He served proudly and bravely in the US Navy. A veteran having served as a SeaBee in Antarctica. He was an Iron worker and also was employed as a salesman for Vonneguts Industrial Products, Central Supply Company and D.A. Lubricants.

Maurice was a member of St. Malachy and St. Michael Catholic Churches, the Sertoma Club and the Indianapolis Athletic Club. He enjoyed reading, yard work and Philanthropy.

Maurice is preceded in death by his parents; and son Matt (Cyndi) Nickels. He is survived by his wife of 40 years, Julia Nickels; daughter Maribeth (John) Poalson; son Michael (Beth) Nickels; step-children Patrece Kaufman, Paula (Wayne) Kaufman-Griffith and Ty Kaufman; grandchildren Ashley (Kyle) Jewart, Nicholas (Danielle) Poalson, Ashley Garrett, Griffin Nickels, Carson Nickels, Jessica (Winston) Bailey, Westley (Skyler) Nickels and Jordan Nickels and 10 great grandchildren.

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Sr. Antoinette Purcell, OSB
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To Julia, and family: Maurice often spoke with great love about you. He became an oblate of St. Benedict here at Our Lady of Grace Monastery on May 22, 2016. Maurice always contributed great stories and shared his deep faith as he participated in activities here. We missed his presence when Covid-19 hit us all, and afterward as his health deteriorated. I did speak with him on the phone recently and told him that we continued to hold him in prayer. I know he is resting with the angels now after a long and fruitful, faith-filled life. Now, we pray for you that you may know peace and consolation during this time of grieving. Sincerely, Sister Antoinette Purcell, OSB Spiritual Director for Oblate Formation Our Lady of Grace Monastery Beech Grove, Indiana
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Carolyn Free
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You have my sincere sorrow for your loss. I hope whatever strength you need comes to you as you need it.
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Scott Swiontek
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I got to know Maurice during several car rides down to St Meinrad Archabbey and always enjoyed our conversations. He was a large influence on my spiritual journey. He is one of the warmest, most compassionate people I’ve known and I will miss him greatly! Decolores my brother!
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Nicole
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I'm not sure how my Uncle Sonny got his nickname. All I know is that he will always be my Uncle Sunny! He always had a bright smile and loving heart. When he would walk into a room; it would light up. I know his words would say "Don't be sad; I'm in a brighter place." love you Uncle Sunny. Rest in peace.
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Bill and Judy Hopper
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From Bill and Judy Hopper We are going to miss you! You were always our strength throughout our sorrows. Bless your beautiful heart and soul. Your cousin Bill would love to stack hay with you on the farm. I would also like to hear your strong voice make siren sounds at the old stop lights. I wonder if the cars would pull over today!! They sure did back in the day!!

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