Robert "Bobby" Sterling Nicks Jr.

Robert was a man who truly enjoyed life’s simple pleasures and the people around him. He was dedicated to staying active and took great pride in his physical fitness. In his later years, he became a familiar and friendly face during his daily walks at Meijer, where he enjoyed being social and chatting with others. He also loved spending time at Ram’s Horn. He was there most every morning for breakfast and even had his own special table. He was loved and respected by the waitresses that worked there so he will be greatly missed.

Robert had a lifelong passion for cars. He enjoyed attending car shows with family, collecting cars, and sharing stories about racing on Woodward in his 1957 Chevy in his younger days. Some of his favorite memories were pheasant hunting with his father and brothers—traditions he cherished deeply. Above all, Robert’s greatest joy was the time he spent with his family and friends, exchanging stories and enjoying life. He also held a special place in his heart for his beloved cat, Sweetie.

Robert dedicated over 42 years of his career as a master plumber at Crittenton Hospital in Rochester, where his hard work, skill and commitment left a lasting mark.

He is survived by his children, Robert S (Suzy) Nicks III and Natalie Francis, his grandchildren, Brooke, Nick, Jacob, Mandy, Robert "Bobby" Sterling Nicks IV, and Logan; his great-grandchildren, Audrey, Robert Sterling Nicks V , Nicholas, Hayden and Henry; and his great-great-grandson, Calvin. He is survived by his siblings—Carolyn Bowker, Gary (Cindy) Nicks, Debra (George) Mellish, Marcia (Lance) Frame—his sister-in-law Carol Nicks, his longtime partner Lauretta Powell, his Goddaughter (niece) Breanna Dunlap, and numerous nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Robert S Nicks Sr and Alice V Nicks, his brother Richard Nicks, his nephews Amos S Bowker and Sterling W Mellish.

Visitation will be held on Friday, February 13, from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m., at Pixley Funeral Home, 322 W. University Dr., Rochester, Michigan 48307.

A funeral service will take place on Saturday, February 14, at 11:00 a.m., with visitation beginning at 10 a.m. at Pixley Funeral Home.

Robert will be laid to rest at White Chapel Cemetery in Troy, Michigan.