Doyl D. Nickell, 90, was born June 20, 1930 in Fulton, Kansas, the son of Walter and Stella (Smart) Nickell.
Doyl received his doctorate of chiropractic from Cleveland Chiropractic Clinic. In 1973 he moved his family to Neodesha to set up his chiropractic office on Main Street where his wife Retha worked alongside him. He worked in Neodesha, KS for 40 years.
Doyl served in the United States Navy for four years.
He helped build the Flint Southern Baptist Church and lead the singing on the worship team.
When Doyl wasn’t spending time with his family or dedicating time to his Church, he was found telling jokes and playing golf with his son Dr. Merle Nickell and the golfers of Neodesha and Fredonia courses. He also served as the sports chiropractor for Neodesha high school. He loved the people of Neodesha and thanks them for creating such a wonderful home for him and his family for 40 years.
Doyl and Retha have been married since January 3, 1954. In 2012 they relocated to Moundridge, KS to be close to their son Merle, wife Valarie, and their granddaughter Aubrey.
Doyl passed away on February 24, 2021 at Pine village in Moundridge Kansas with his family by his side. He was preceded in death by his parents, four sisters, and two brothers. Cremation is planned. Memorial contributions may be made to Cleveland Chiropractic College in care of Moundridge Funeral Home, PO Box 410, Moundridge, Kansas 67107.
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