Michael Nice Obituary

Mike my heart is still heavy with your passing. We did not have enough time to spend here in "The World" as we referred to the USA. You are still the best pilot that I know. Keep everybody un there in Heaven straight and we' ll see on the flip isde.

Linda - I was saddened to hear of your brother's passing. He is in that special place of beauty, peace and love. Know that he is in the best of health and smiles on you from above.

When I was dating my husband, Charlie, in 1973 he was a housemate to Mike so I spent a lot of time with him. I will always remember him playing the piano and Mom McMullen doing the Charleston at a birthday celebration at Mike's house. We lost contact with him over the years...but he will always be a fond memory to us. So sorry. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

The McMullen family has been thinking of Mike a lot lately & we're all saddened to hear of his passing. Please know that Mike and all of the family is in our thoughts & prayers.

I was saddened to hear of Mike's passing. His humor and conversation will be missed. He always took time to visit when working in his driveway and I was walking my dog. My deepest sympathy to his family.

My husband and I did not know Mike, but we do know Linda Geist and her mother, Madge. Knowing Linda and her kindness, love, compassion and empathy is knowing and loving her brother Mike. Our hearts are broken with yours, Nice/Geist family, and know that Mike is in the arms of the angels. Much love and support.

My sincere condolences to your entire family—mother Madge; sisters Linda, Sharon, and Karen; brother Steve; and son Sam. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

I remember when Mike was in Vietnam. It’s clear from the tributes here that Mike is held in the highest esteem by the men he served with in 45th Dustoff Company, and that Mike was a skillful, steady, dedicated pilot—a HERO, who put himself in harm’s way to save the lives of countless young soldiers.

To My Brother In Law Mike: You left us before we could say goodbye. So many things I would of said. My heart is broken & my eyes fill with tears. I wish this was all a bad dream, but I know it is not. You will always be in my dreams with happy thoughts of you. You will be so missed by us all (Mom, Sharon, Linda, Karen, & Steve) May you rest in heaven Brother Mike. All my Love, Sister in Law, Doreen Nice

My sympathy to Mikes family. Mike was an AC when I arrived in Viet Nam. He helped me learn how to fly in combat and was a calm, brave, matter of fact pilot who always "flew the mission". We connected a year ago and it was a great meeting of old pilots. Mike was still calm, and a gentleman with a great smile. He was on of America's best. Rest in peace Mike. It was my honor to know you. Tom St Hilaire 45th med dustoff 12.

I thank the Lord that we at the 45th Dustoff Company got to renew our friendship with Mike. He was a great pilot in Vietnam as he was a great man to know . He is sorely missed by us all. My sincere sympathy to his Mom ,Sister and family . God bless you all .

I flew as Crew Chief with the 45th Dustoff in Vietnam. Mike flew several missions with me. He was steady and true as a pilot and very caring. I, as well as many Dustoff Crew members are thankful to have been in the company of Mike. May he rest in peace.

It is with great sorrow that I write this in memory of my Fallen Brother in Arms. Mike is in a better place and may he rest in peace. For Mike's son, sibblings, and Mother; know that Mike is well respected in the DUSTOFF Community. I was a flight medic with Mike in VietNam and flew many missions with him. He is one of few that I call The Best. The last reunion that I attended Mike and I reminised of our 'unauthorized' visit to Saigon. I was happy to be the one that took him on the trip DUSTOFF Double Ace (11) will be missed by all.

My sincere prayers and thoughts are with you. Have thought so much about Mike and the summers we spent together in Matheson. Enjoyed Mike's laugh and sense of humor and kindness. Always trying the get grandad to take us fishing and working on that Model T for a summer, I was his "go-for" person and still laugh about spilling the black paint all over my face and Mike trying to clean me up. Much love to the family and will be in our thoughts.

Deepest sympathy to Mom and all Mike's family. In Vietnam Mike was a true friend and great pilot in the 45th. So glad we were able to reconnect first by phone and then at the Reunion in Dallas. Will miss him. God Bless

Mike was like his dad - a very caring , sincere and humble person who enjoyed doing for others - he was a gentle man with a big heart who served his country and his family with pride - my sincere condolences to his mother and son and sisters and brother - - RIP

I was proud to have Mike in my platoon at the 45th Med Co (AA) during our tour in Vietnam 1969-70. He was an excellent pilot and a true gentleman. I used to kid him that he lived up to his name.

Rest in peace my brother.

My deepest sympathy for the Nice family. Mike was a "short timer" (about to DROS) with the 45th Med Co (Air Amb) and an excellent Dustoff pilot when we met in 1970. Rest in peace Michael...rest in peace Dustoff 11...you were always there for others when they needed you.

Brian Prahl
Livingston, MT
Dustoff 23

Aloha I flew with Michael Nice in VN for the 45 AA as his medic on board. Super and steely pilot with an aim to please. Courageous and precise he fulfilled all that was required and to his honor always brought his crew home safe. Thanks Mike and to his family I offer my condolences and respect. Aloha Nui, Jake Bailado 91B 69/70 4th plt/45th MEDCO AA/44th MEDBDE/DustOff

I flew with Mike in 1969 as his aircraft commander. We flew many missions together and because of his skills and heroism, he became an aircraft commander as well. Due to his heroism, skills as a pilot and as a leader, thousands of soldiers had the opportunity to live and enjoy the remainder of their lives. Mike was a true friend, stellar pilot, and very exceptional person. We will all miss him dearly. Steve Vermillion

My deepest condolences to Sam, Madge, and Mike's entire family. A good man gone. I enjoyed his visits "up the mountain" and companionship at the 45th Dustoff reunions. In our missions together he demonstrated the finest in bravery and skill. I honor him, and know he is with our Father in Heaven, where we will meet again. someday.

Steve and Doreen I didn't know your brother as well as I would have liked to, but from everything you've told me about him, he was a wonderful brother and loved you and your family very much.Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you. If there is anything that I can do to help, please do not hesitate to ask. with love Elona

My deepest condolences to Sam, Madge, and the rest of Mike's family. He represented courage, decency, and goodness to me. We had memorable missions together where his calm fortitude, skill, and bravery under fire shined. I enjoyed his visits "up the mountain", and company at the 45th Dustoff reunions. I will miss him.

May our God who is always near give you strength and comfort for today and remember precious memories.

In deepest sympathy
Aunt Doris