Nick Nurse Takes Leave for Brother's Funeral Ahead of NBA Playoffs
Nick Nurse family: Who was his brother, Steve Nurse? Sudden death forces 76ers coach away from team
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Nick Nurse, head coach of the Philadelphia 76ers, briefly left the team to attend the funeral of his brother, Steve Nurse, who passed away unexpectedly at the age of 62. The funeral took place in Ankeny, Iowa, and Nurse is expected to return for Game 2 of the NBA Eastern Conference playoffs against the New York Knicks.
- 01Nick Nurse left the Philadelphia 76ers to attend his brother's funeral.
- 02Steve Nurse passed away unexpectedly at the age of 62.
- 03The funeral was held in Ankeny, Iowa.
- 04Steve Nurse had a long career at the University of Northern Iowa.
- 05Nick Nurse has five older brothers and three sisters.
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Nick Nurse, the head coach of the Philadelphia 76ers, faced a personal tragedy with the unexpected death of his brother, Steve Nurse, at the age of 62. Steve passed away on April 29, and his funeral was held in Ankeny, Iowa. The visitation took place at Our Lady’s Immaculate Heart Catholic Church, followed by burial at Ankeny Memorial Gardens. Steve was married to Lori Mueggenberg and had two children, Rachel and Andrew. He dedicated 26 years to the University of Northern Iowa as the Athletic Equipment Manager. Nick Nurse is expected to return to the team for Game 2 of the NBA Eastern Conference playoffs against the New York Knicks.
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