Alicia Joan Heckel

Alicia Joan Heckel, 01/09/1957 – 08/06/2024, has left this life to pursue a new career as Director of Bling, Shoes, Purses and Chocolate in Heaven. Alicia was born January 9, 1957 in Deadwood to Ed and Mary Nelson. Alicia married Tim Heckel, September 2, 1978. She was an awesome mom to their son Brock. Although there are many words to describe Alicia, here are some that quickly came to mind of her friends and family. Good friend, she was willing to do anything for anyone. Cancer survivor, Alicia battled and beat breast cancer. Competitive, she loved playing board games and cards at family events and she loved playing dominos with her friends at Primrose in Gillette. Party Gal, she loved to plan parties and fun events for friends and family. Organizer, there was a place for everything and everything was in its place, safely filed and labeled. Helpful, Alicia could talk to anyone and she was always willing to share helpful hints and advice. Traveler, Alicia loved to travel and go to new places and explore different areas of the USA. Classic car buff, Alicia loved to attend numerous classic car shows throughout the Midwest and she enjoyed being a member of the Campbell County Classics and Customs Car Club. Generous, Alicia loved giving her time to great causes. She helped with funeral services at St. Matthew’s Catholic Church in Gillette. She was on the board of the Campbell County Senior Center. She was a member of a sorority as well as a PEO member with both groups helping when needed. Denver Broncos Fan, Alicia loved watching the Broncos with Tim and Brock. She especially loved the tradition of pizza and Broncos games on Sunday afternoon at home. Alicia was preceded in death by parents Ed and Mary Nelson, son, Brock Heckel. Survivors include her husband Tim, sister Maralee, numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins. Services for Alicia will be held Wednesday, August 14, 10:00 am at St. Matthew’s Catholic Church in Gillette, Wyoming with a luncheon/fellowship in the parish hall immediately following the service. Inurnment will be at a later date at Black Hills National Cemetery, Sturgis SD with a celebration of life to follow at the Deadwood VFW. “I pray you remember me, not forget me and I pray you miss me, not mourn me”  Memorial to Campbell County Health and Hospice. Condolences may be expressed at gillettememorialchapel.com or sent to 210 W. 5th St, Gillette, WY, 82716.