Martin Thomas Nicklous

March 24, 1933 - February 7, 2016

Obituary Martin (Babe) Nicklous March 24th, 1933 to Febuary 7th, 2016 Martin Nicklous passed away peacefully with family on February 7th. He is survived by his wife Kathy, and children Scott, Todd, and Dana. Martin was born in Newberg, OR and spent his whole life in the town. After graduating from Newberg high school in 1952 Martin spent 4 years in the US Airforce as a crew chief in Alaska. After his discharge in 1956 he returned to Newberg and married Katherine Adolf on July 20, 1957. They were happily married for 58 years with 3 children and 4 grandchildren, Taddeo, Austen, Amber, and Karlyn. He worked at Chehalem Park and Recreation district for 38 years. He was instrumental in developing the parks and park district, and currently has Babe Nicklous park named for his many accomplishments. Martin had a passion for the parks and a love of the outdoors. He had a congenial personality and was beloved by most everyone he came into contact with. He will be missed. Arrangements by Attrell’s Funeral Chapel, 503-538-2191, www.attrells.com