Tracy Marion Nickleson, Jr.

Tracy “Tim” Marion Nickleson, Jr., 76, of Beebe, Arkansas, died Sunday, Oct. 6, 2024. He was born Aug. 13, 1948, in Brinkley, Arkansas, to Tracy Marion Sr. and Loda Vee Nickleson. He loved the outdoors and was an avid deer hunter, golfer and fisherman. A sports fan, he loved the Arkansas Razorbacks and coaching youth sports, especially when his children and grandchildren were playing. His family remembers his loud, joyous laughter, singing silly songs he made up, and love for his dogs. Quick to help anyone in need, he was also a doting grandfather and great-grandfather. He was a member of Beebe Church of Christ. 

Tim was preceded in death by his parents.

He is remembered by his wife of 55 years, Joan; a son, Tracy (Robyn), and a daughter, Jessica (Mike) Faircloth; four sisters, Nellie Rose, Stella Yutzy, Annette (Cecil) Hartsell, and Lisa Hamilton; two grandchildren, Dakota (Hayley) Faircloth and Alissa Faircloth; and two great-grandchildren, R.J. Tidwell and Kinsley Faircloth.

Visitation will be held on Sunday, Oct. 13, at 3 p.m. at Beebe Church of Christ. Celebration of his life will follow at 4 p.m. 

Cremation Arrangements by Smith-Westbrook Funeral Home, 404 W. Dewitt Henry Dr., Beebe, Arkansas. To view the online obituary, please visit www.smithfamilycares.com