" I was sorry to read about the passing of Mr. Jerry Niccum. Death was never part of God's plan for mankind. Please accept my deepest sympathies. May the God of comfort give you peace during this most difficult time. Sincerely, Cynthia "
In loving memory of
Jerry Sherman Niccum
October 23, 1953 - January 22, 2019
Jerry Sherman Niccum, 65, of Forest City, passed away Tuesday, January 22, 2019, at his home. He was born October 23, 1953, in Delano, California, to Jerry and Bernice (Zimmerman) Niccum.
Jerry attended schools in Perris, California. He served his country in the United States Army from 1970 to 1973 and was in the National Guard from 1974 to 1981. Jerry was married to Susan Barber in June of 1972, then to Karen Bessman in July of 1979. He then married Charlotte McGowan in January of 2011. Jerry did auto body work, worked at Farmland, and then found his love in truck driving, especially professional truck driving. He enjoyed fishing, camping, his Harley, old cars and spending time with his grandchildren and family.
Jerry is survived by his wife Charlotte Niccum of Forest City, daughter Tina (Kevin) Kinney of Parish, New York, daughter Jeri Lynn Stuge of Fridley, Minnesota, daughter Angie (Rodney) Robbins of Hampton, son Daniel (Staci) Niccum of Hampton, daughter Becca Niccum of Hampton, fourteen grandchildren Ashley, Joseph, Laura, Elizabeth, Amy, Jasmine, Cassidy, Reese, Montgomery, Brooklynn, Bryce, Trenten, Macole and Jaden, sister Nadine (Eddie) Harrington of Muskogee, Oklahoma, cousin Lynda Keane of Broken Bow, Oklahoma, along with many nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents and his brother Lawrence.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be direct to the family.
Tributes
"Going to miss you Uncle Jerry! You were a great man and I have many memories of you that I will cherish. Now you can rest easy and may you watch over those that love you. Spread your wings and fly high!"
"Was a great guy "