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Robert J. Nickels

Robert J. Nickels, 72, Hebron, formerly of Woodstock, died Thursday, June 6, 2013.

He was born Jan. 4, 1941, in Woodstock to Marvin and Hazel (Wilcox) Nickels.

Survivors include his mother; a daughter, Deborah (John) Brown; three sons, Richard, Zeke and Zack Nickels; and two grandchildren, Anthony and Jacqueline Brown.

He was preceded in death by his father and an infant granddaughter.

Private services and burial were held June 13 at McHenry County Memorial Park.

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