He was born on July 14, 1953, in Silsbee, Texas, to James William and Allie Belle Nichol.
Mike is lovingly remembered by his wife, Sharon of Colmesneil; his children, Jeremy and Jessica Zelbst of San Antonio, Texas, Jerry and Rachel Aguirre of Greeley, Colorado, and Mike and Kortney Nichol of Silsbee, Texas.
He was a proud grandfather to Riley, Rani, Hudson, Tripp, Maddie, and Kashton - his grandbabies, who brought him endless joy. He would have given anything to hug and kiss them one more time.
Mike was a man who believed in hard work, in showing up for his family, and making memories that would last a lifetime. He took his family all over the world, making memories and teaching them the value of hard work, something they'll cherish forever.
He will be remembered for his famous stories - stories so good you never quite knew if they were true or not until you heard the punchline. He had a way of making people laugh, even in the hardest moments. If his lifelong career in pipe and engineering hadn't worked out, there's no doubt he could have made it as a comedian.
He leaves behind a lifetime of laughter, lessons, and love that will carry on through everyone that knew him.
A viewing will be held Thursday, March 26 from 5 to 9 PM at pace funeral home in Livingston Texas.
Funeral services will take place on Friday, March 27 at 2 PM at pace funeral home followed by a graveside service at Bluewater Cemetery in Livingston, Texas.
Please leave online condolences at www.pacefuneral.com
Condolences(3)
Jerry Best
Jasper, TX Thursday, April 2, 2026 Sharon and family, I am sorry to see of Mike’s passing. Condolences and prayers for you. Mike and I hung out some in our high school years. He was a good man.Barry & Dorothy DeCoste
Dwight, IL Sunday, March 29, 2026 It was with very heavy hearts that we heard about the passing of our old friend, Mike. He was a close friend of ours when he lived in Illinois in the 1970's. We had a lot of fun and shared many good times. As we looked at his obituary, that described the Mike we knew. He was indeed, a very good person, even as a young man. He was very trustworthy and honorable. And funny? Without a doubt we laughed more with him than most other people. It was sad when he moved out of state, but he made a good life with his career and family. We send our condolences to all of his family and friends who will miss him, yet keep fond memories of him. Fly high Mike.... until we meet again.Frances Smith Price
Hamshire, TX Friday, March 27, 2026 My thoughts and prayers with the Nichol family today as they lay their love one to rest! 🙏🙏