David D. Nickel, 55 of Mays Landing, passed away on Thursday July 8, at home with his loving family by his side after a long and courageous battle with cancer. He was born and raised in Atlantic City where he spent many of his childhood days on the beach and boardwalk. David loved being outdoors gardening and fishing and was a volunteer with the Atlantic Audubon Society. He was previously employed by the Greater Egg Harbor Regional School District, as a diesel mechanic. He is survived by his children David Nickel Jr. of Quebec, Canada, Matthew Nickel of Mays Landing, and Chelsea Wray of Galloway, whose time together will be sadly missed, and their Grandmother Helen Wray, Grandchildren Destiny of Quebec and Bentley of Mays Landing. Mother Carol Hathorne of San Francisco, Ca. sister Debra Leopardi of Egg Harbor Twp and his niece and nephews. Also his two cats, Murph and What Cat. A memorial service will be held on Monday July 19, at 12 noon at the Estelle Manor Park, Pavilion "A", 109 Route 50, Mays Landing, NJ 08330. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to AtlanticCare Hospice 1406 Doughty Road, 2nd Floor, Egg Harbor Twp, NJ 08234. Memories may be shared @ www.ancscremation.com