MISSING : Mark Nichols aka Shoestring

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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
 

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Here's a link for info or any sightings.

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

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


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RIP Shoestring.

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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
 

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.
 
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.

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