Nick Brickman
January 07, 2015
Nick Brickman died on Wednesday, January 7, 2015 in Des Moines. Nicholas Ryan was born on November 18, 1984 in Des Moines.
Nick played football, baseball and later became a boxer. Nick worked as a carpenter, iron worker, tree trimer and was an all-around handyman. He loved fishing, hunting and working on his uncles race car. He was very social and liked to be on the go. He enjoyed comedy and action films. He would help anyone and was a caring man. He never judged people.
Nick is survived by his parents, Dawn and Kevin Brickman; sister, Heidi; niece, Audrey; great-grandma, Leona Harper; uncles Jack and Jeff Brickman and Jimmy Harper; aunts, Linda Harris and Ann Coffie; great-uncle, Joe Harper; and numerous extended family and friends.
Preceded in death by his grandparents, Donald and Mary Lou Harper.
Memorial services will be held at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday, January 13, 2015 at Hamilton’s Southtown Funeral Home, 5400 SW 9th Street with family greeting visitors an hour prior.
Memorial contributions may be directed to Nick’s family.
Condolences may be expressed at:
www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com
Amy Hartman Boucher
01/13/2015
I am SO sorry for your loss! Prayers for your family.
Becky Wright(Johnson)
01/13/2015
A life lost far too early and many left to wonder why. Sending prayers to the family that they find in peace in what happened. Years pass and people fade in and out of our lives but love for them is always.
James Williams
01/12/2015
Nick and I were friends growing up and spent many summers riding our bikes around the Greenfield Plaza, playing with neighborhood dogs, and playing "double-or-nothing" at Ft. Des Moines little league. I had not seen Nick for many years, but I have countless fun memories growing up with him and I was glad to have him as my friend. He will be missed.
Cathy Penenger
01/12/2015
I was with Heidi when her dad called. We rushed to her parents house. Nick was gone. His family was mourning so. I feel for all of you. Nick had lost his way in life. It is a tragedy. May He be Audreys guardian angel for life. My prayers and my heart goes out to you all.
Sharla
01/12/2015
Dawn mothers should never have to outlive their children. No matter the circumstance that causing the death it is always hard to do. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. It was my son's death that brought me to Target. I consider you a friend and know that I am there if you need me. Words can not replace him but you will always have him in your heart.
Barbara Clifford
01/12/2015
Dawn Marie, Kevin and family, sending my love and prayers. I'm sorry I will not be there in your time of need. My prayers an thoughts will be with you during this hard time. Barbara
Dustin D
01/12/2015
R.I.P. Nick, you were a great guy and an even better friend. I'm glad we kept in touch off and on after school and that I had the privelage to call you a friend. You will be missed
Sandi Heisler
01/12/2015
My thoughts and prayers go out to Nick's family! Nick and Matt were friends in grade school and played baseball together. He had such a kind smile and will be greatly missed. He is at peace now.
Christine & Azelia Cassill
01/12/2015
Nick you will be missed by all, I am going to miss you everyday. I didn't believe it when I got the call, Dawn & Kevin I am so sorry for your loss. RIP Nick Brickman!!!!!
Jason and Nicky masolini
01/12/2015
Kev.,and dawn we r so sorry to hear about Nick. My thoughts are with u guys.love u
Another Plaza Boy
01/12/2015
I say this with a smile cause thats the only way to remember Nick. But I remember a handful of years ago me and Nick got dropped off at Lincoln for homecoming. It only took Nick a few minutes to realize this wasn't for us. We spent the rest of the night walking from Lincoln to Greenfield Plaza, stopping at different friends houses and having the times of a young mens life along the way . So many good times with the guy. But as we got older our lives changed. And the phone call I got the other day was never what I wanted. But the struggles are over and you got to go home. To Dawn I'm so sorry.
Randy and Roxana Guthery
01/11/2015
you were more than afriend to me nick you were more like a son will miss you greatly rip and god bless your family.
Judi
01/11/2015
I met NIck when he was 5 years old. He was kind and nice and friendly. He was a good neighbor and was always willing to help someone in need. You will be missed Nick. RIP.
Amber
01/11/2015
I don't even know how to put this into words...it still seems unreal..his soul is at rest now though. I know who he was deep down, a great guy. RIP Nicholas. Prayers are with you and your family. <\3
KH
01/11/2015
The Southside lost another great person...Nick was an awesome friend You will be missed Greatly RIP...