Doug Nicolet

Lanny Douglas Nicolet, 79, passed away June 12, 2023 at Sunny View Care Center in Ankeny. He was born October 25, 1943 in Cedar Rapids, Iowa to his parent’s Roy and Thelma (Schuchmann) Nicolet. Doug spent his younger years in Iowa Falls, Iowa and later moved to Des Moines, Iowa. He married the love of his life Beverly Harlow on June 12, 1965. The family moved to Mitchellville, Iowa and lived there for 17 years.

He obtained his Masters in Arts from Drake University. Doug taught at East High School for three years and Southeast Polk High School for 20 years. After teaching he ran his own freelance commercial art business and was the retail manager at The Art Store. He retired as a professor and author from DMACC and ISU.

Doug was gathered with Oakwood Assembly as a traveling pastor and editor of the Christian Shepherd publication. He was a devoted husband, father, and follower of Jesus Christ. In Doug’s free time he enjoyed spending time with his family, bike riding, and traveling around the county with Bev. He also enjoyed encouraging and helping young people.

Doug is survived by his loving wife of 58 years, Bev Nicolet; sons, Brian (Jodi) Nicolet and Brent (Pam) Nicolet; grandchildren, Vicky (Austin) King, Hailey Nicolet, Alec (Kelsey) Nicolet, Bryson Nicolet, Amia White, Zach Nicolet, and Sami Nicolet; great grandchild, Noah King; and a host of nieces, nephews, and cousins.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Roy and Thelma; and brother, Charles “Chuck” Nicolet.

Service will be held Monday, June 19, 2023 at Hamilton’s Near Highland Memory Gardens, 121 NW 60th Avenue Des Moines. Family will greet friends from 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. with service starting at 2:00 p.m. Burial will occur directly following at Pinehill Cemetery, 524 NW 54th Avenue, Des Moines, Iowa.

Condolences may be expressed at www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.

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