Nadine Lackey Mickel, 80, of Richmond, died peacefully in the presence of her family at Hospice of Virginia on September 28, 2010. She is survived by her loving husband of 62 years, Alex J. Mickel; daughters, Sherry M. Parrish and Sandy M. Ruder. She was predeceased by her son, David R. Mickel. She is also survived by her caring grandchildren, Jessica Ruder, Grant Ruder and Shannon Parrish; and sons-in-law, Kim Ruder and John Parrish; nephew, John Messere and family; sister-in-law, Gloria Bevins; brother-in-law, Fred Mickel and their families. Born in Cedar Grove, West Virginia, she was the daughter of Anna and Joseph Lackey and the sister of Paul Lackey and Dorothea Messere. Nadine was an active member and church hostess at The Church of the Epiphany. She began her work life as a social welfare worker in West Virginia. In Richmond, she worked for local firms, department stores and a restaurant. She co-owned, with Lee Poates, a highly regarded local catering company, “A Touch of Elegance.” Funeral services will be at The Church of the Epiphany on Saturday, October 2, 2010 at 11 a.m., with Rev. Mary Brennan Thorpe officiating. In lieu of flowers, honor her with contributions to this church (266-2503), 8000 Hermitage Rd., Richmond, Va. 23228. This obituary was originally published in the Richmond Times-Dispatch.