MISSING : Mark Nichols aka Shoestring

[MichelleA66]

My friend posted this on Facebook. Hoping someone here might be able to help.

Edit: I read old posts so am aware ... But dude needs help he's blind and it's cold

 

[Joey Garbanzo]

I've read the posts too but still will say if he's without his meds his health isn't very good either. Hope he's found safe.

 

[bote]

sounds like a sad, bad situation.

 

[Joey Garbanzo]

TBI issues Silver Alert for missing Johnson City man, Mark “Shoestring” Nichols

JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. (WJHL) – The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation (TBI) issued a Silver Alert for Mark “Shoestring” Nichols, 53, on behalf of the Johnson City Police Department (…

www.wate.com

Here's a link for info or any sightings.

EDIT: LINK TO NEWS BROADCAST, ADDED CONTACT INFO TO THIS POST AS WELL



The TBI asks the community to please report any sightings of Nichols or information on his disappearance to the JCPD at 423-434-6125 or contact the TBI at 1-800-TBI-FIND.

 

[Jimmy Beans]

Yeah I talk a lot of shit about some uncool things he's done in the past, usually any time he's brought up here. That being said, this isn't the time or place. Hope he's found and he's well.

 

[Joey Garbanzo]

Another News Broadcast

 

[Joey Garbanzo]

Here's the latest news story I found.

Missing Johnson City man’s family following up on leads, tips

JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. (WJHL) — Friends and family of Mark “Shoestring” Nichols are continuing to search for him and have followed up on several leads, the family told News Channel 11 on Tuesday. His sisters, Mary and Jessica Nichols, told News Channel 11 they’ve received tips from the community on...

www.yahoo.com

They've been following leads of possible sightings but haven't found anything yet. The family has set up a gofund me.

 

[MichelleA66]

Just checked the news for anything new on Shoestring but there has been nothing other than the Yahoo story with his sisters. That said keep sharing. Stay safe out there, all 💕

 

[sevedemanos]

Maybe he felt like riding the wbd

 

[Jimmy Beans]

Update;



Apparently since this video has went up it's been confirmed. Rest in Peace Shoestring.

 

[Joey Garbanzo]

Link to an article confirming it. Mark Nichols aka Shoestring has passed. His body was recovered from Boone Lake.

Body of Mark 'Shoestring' Nichols found in Johnson City, police say

Update: The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation said that the body of Mark "Shoestring" Nichols was found Friday in Johnson City.

wcyb.com

RIP Shoestring.

EDIT
Latest news update:

 

[bote]

rip

 

[Dmac]

So sad. He was one of the nicest guys I ever met.

 

[Crazy Hobo Johnny]

So sad. He was one of the nicest guys I ever met.

Same here! I bought a backpack from him back in 2020 and was down in Johnson City, TN last summer. I am uploading a dedication video.

 

[beau riley]

rest in peace man.

 

[sevedemanos]

i dont know shoestring, but his old blogs were fun to read and relatable vs a vs alcoholism. also wouldnt know how to get into an autorack without those posts.

condolences to his family and friends.

the man the myth the legend.

 

[MxEx]

decent/legit fella. Wasn't good enough to keep from getting banned from this site though

 

[InsolentMolotov]

Mark was found deceased. This is the parting of a legend and an exemplary hobo for how the train riding community should seek to be represented. Known details are online. My deepest sympathy and condolences.
Ride On The Free Mark Nichols aka Shoestring
And thanks for pulling me out of the fire that night in Shreveport

 

[Joey Garbanzo]

https://www.tributearchive.com/obituaries/31145546/mark-wayne-nichols

Obituary

Mark Wayne "Shoestring" Nichols, 53, of Johnson City, TN, passed away on Friday, April 5, 2024.

Mark lived his life on his own terms, bound only by his desire for adventure and love of the rails. Through hundreds of online videos, Mark shared his life and knowledge of traveling with hundreds of thousands of fans worldwide.

Mark was a diligent and loving son to his mother and a steadfast friend to his siblings. He is preceded in death by his father James Nichols, grandmother Mertice Montgomery, and grandfather Guy Montgomery. He is survived by his mother Karen Montgomery, siblings Ross Nichols, Mary Nichols, and Jessica Nichols, and numerous nieces and nephews.

Arrangements are being made and will be announced at a later time.

Trinity Memorial Centers Funeral Home (423-723-8177) is honored to serve the family.

 

[Joey Garbanzo]

I'm subscribed to @AnywhereMan on youtube, have been for a little while now. He posted a great video and is doing a trip in memory of Shoestring. Highly reccomended watch and mad respect to @AnywhereMan for doing this. Please give all credit to him, not me for posting this.