Gary L. Nickels, age 71, of East Carondelet, IL, died Tuesday, September 13, 2022 at his residence.

He was born February 22, 1951 in St. Louis, MO, the son of the late Emmett and Naomi (Brooks) Nickels.

Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by his sweetheart, Angela Vaughn; and brother Ronald Nickels.

He is survived by his brother, Richard Nickels (wife Diana); his son Gary (wife Lisa); his son Jimmy (wife Angie) ; and grandchildren: Chloe, Christian, Reanna and Gavin

Gary was also an army veteran and loved motorcycles.

Burial will be at Jefferson Barracks Friday October 7, 2022 at 12:30pm.