(262) 653-0667
3016 75th Street, Kenosha, WI 53142
Tracy Lee Nickel, age 55, of Kenosha passed away on Friday, September 3rd, 2021, at Aurora Medical Center in Kenosha. He was born on December 1st, 1965, to the late Daniel and Liane (Leuschner) Nickel. On July 5th, 1991, he married Stephanie Podella in Mesa, AZ. He retired from Metalex in Libertyville in 2011.
His hobbies included fishing, hunting, camping, fixing small engines, riding his tractor, walking the dog, and playing various games such as dice, cribbage, and online poker. He mostly loved spending time with family including his many nieces and nephews. He also looked forward every week to spending time with family during their weekly dinners, where his family also loved his cooking. He was a very outgoing person and loved visiting whenever he got the chance.
He is survived by his wife Stephanie Nickel, brothers: Tim (Sherry) Nickel of Kenosha, Tom (Nancy) Nickel of Kenosha, and Terrance Nickel of Kenosha, sister: Linda Moran of Houston, TX, nieces & nephews: TJ, Tiffany, Nathan, Tamara, Sara, Amanda, and Liane, as well as many great nieces and nephews. He was also survived by his dog Kujo (“my baby boy”). He is preceded in death by his mom and dad.
The family would like to thank all the staff at the ICU at Aurora Medical Center in Kenosha, as well as all the family, friends, and neighbors who continue to give their support at this time. As per the family’s wishes, a celebration of life will take place at a later date.
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(262) 653-0667
3016 75th Street, Kenosha, WI 53142
Carla Podella says:
Sista, Tracy was a very good husband, brother, brother in law, and friend to so many people. I know that I will miss him also. He cherished you and his family with all his might. I think my best memory of Tracy was when we went of that cruise. I still remember swimming with the stingrays. I’m really going to miss him.
Rick Allen says:
Stephie,
Tracy was a great friend to me. In fact I considered him my best friend. We did so many things together. I will cherish those memories forever.l will miss him dearly, he loved with all his being. Not many people like that left in this world. I am honored to call you both my friends.
Chris Allen says:
Steph,
I wish I knew the right words to say. I hope you find comfort in knowing that Tracy was the kind of friend that doesn’t come along too often and we were lucky enough to have him as one of our dearest friends. I wish we had more time. Mr. Rickster, Jimmy-Boo, & I will miss him deeply. Love you lots!
Jeanne Brush says:
So very sorry for your loss. He was taken way too soon. I hope all your lovely memories can ease the pain you feel now. Sending prayers for strength.
Linda Moran says:
Dear Stephanie, I will always wish I had more time with Tracy. He was a very special caring man. I will never forget how he looked at you with a certain warmth in his eyes. You could see you were his world. I believe one day we will see all our loved ones again. Until then we hold our special memories close to our hearts. My dear little brother so many loved you and will miss you. RIP now with our lord, I am not saying goodbye just for now I will say see you later when the lord calls me home. Your loving big sis Linda
Katie Hoff says:
So sorry to hear of your loss. Prayers for everyone. RIP TRACY. 🙏
Jodie Easton says:
Steph, my heart breaks for you. Stay strong! Love you!
Leroy & Shirley Cobb says:
My dear sister, Shirley and I extend our sincere condolences on the passing of your beloved husband, Tracy. May God continue to Bless you and your family.
Lynda Zettler says:
Stephanie I’m so sorry honey my heart goes out to you and your family. I just found out Keith told me I have not been on Facebook till today .if you need anything please call me. 262-909-4792 .I wish I could have seen you both more .I just can’t believe it. I talked to him and he said he will call me soon when he had a procedure, but I never heard from him .again I’m very sorry I will keep you all in my prayers 🙏❤😔♥
Mike Darracott says:
Steph, words can not express how shocked I was when I received the news. Tracy was like a family member to me and my family all during the years of us growing up. Although as time went on we became more distant he always remained in touch with my family. Tracy was a unique individual that many never have the pleasure of becoming friends with. There was never a day that I questioned his loyalty and willingness to help us if needed. I truly regret our distance as we became older but I hope he always knew we loved him like a son and a brother. He will always be in many stories of my past and I do know someday we will see each other again. RIP my true friend!!
Joslyn & Bertha says:
So very sorry for your loss.
Our deepest condolences to you and your family.
Alyssa Whitmore says:
Steph, I’m so sorry for your loss. Tracy will be sorely missed. I will miss him stopping by the house every week to talk politics, gardening, cooking, and all of the other things he loved. He was such a loving person and would do anything for his friends, family, and the neighborhood. Every time I look at my garden I think of him, the lilies and the sedums planted all over my yard came from you both. Tracy was a great friend. It’s not going to be the same around here. We miss him greatly. We are here for you anytime Steph. Our deepest condolences.
Dave Holsman says:
I worked with Tracy years ago at Metalex and though we lost touch, I considered Tracy more than a coworker but a friend. Please accept my heart felt condolences.