Harold Nitschke

Harold Anderson Nitschke, age 75, of Houston, Texas, passed away December 19, 2017. He was born in Edgeley, North Dakota on October 13, 1942 to Fred and Marion Nitschke. He graduated from North Dakota State University with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering. He was married to Mary Serio Nitschke for 48 years. He had a career in aerospace engineering at NASA for nearly 50 years and earned many honors and awards.

A year ago, after losing his beloved wife, Mary, Harold moved to Austin, Texas to live near his daughter and grandchildren. He loved spending time with his family there. He was not only highly intelligent, organized, and hard-working, but also gentle and kind. He was an excellent provider and an extremely devoted husband. A caring friend and neighbor, Harold was always willing to extend a helping hand. He was tremendously giving and generous, and always put others before himself. In spite of living with several debilitating illnesses, including Diabetes and Alzheimer’s, Harold faced each day with a kind spirit and a positive outlook. He taught us patience, acceptance, and how to handle adversity with grace and dignity. He is so loved and will be deeply missed by all who knew him.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Mary Nitschke, his sons, Jack Bobbitt and Michael Ryan, his grandson, Andrew Miesch, and his parents, Fred and Marion Nitschke. He is survived by his daughter, Mary Wheat, his grandchildren, Tammy Bobbitt-Gray, Michael Ryan, Robert Ryan, Michelle Ryan, Kaitlin Miesch, MacKenzie Miesch, and great granddaughter Lauren Robles.

The family will receive friends Wednesday, December 27, 2017 from 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm at Forest Park East Cemetery Chapel. Services to follow immediately after at 3:00 pm.

In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the Alzheimer’s Association.

https://www.alz.org