Nickolas Joseph Puppo passed on to be in Heaven on Sunday, May 12th, 2024. Born in Sommerville New Jersey, on August 6th, 1949 to John Puppo and Susun (Ceasrine) Van Deale. Nick prided himself on being the oldest grandson to share the Puppo name, and was well loved by the entire extended clan, including his sister Sandra, his step-brother Michael, dozens of cousins and cousins-of-cousins. Many older members still called him 'Little Nicky,' despite his height advantage, and he found much warmth and humor in the nickname.
Nickolas was a unique man, with a full, multi-faceted personality and a wide range of passions and interests. He had three special loves during his life, and two children whom he loved deeply. During their childhood, he was a dedicated parent to his children, Nick and Mary Grace, and shared with them a love of sports and gaming. He was deeply involved in online gaming communities. He was a cornerstone member of many of these online communities, and had been since the early 80s. His online handles of Redtail Hawk and Ceasere are well known even now for their longevity and consistent presence within these spaces.
As a young man, he enlisted in the Army out of New Jersey during the Vietnam war, and spent time in Vietnam and Korea. He received a Joint Medal of Service and dedicated himself to recruitment upon his return to the United States. He held a variety of jobs, many in the food service industry before securing a role with American Express where he worked his way up to Supervisor, and worked for 25 years before retiring in 2008.
In 2016 he reunited with his high school sweetheart, Kathy (Kee) Kazules, and lived the last seven years of his life in bliss. He is loved for his wonderful heart and his New Jersey sense of humor.
Nick is survived by his mate, Kathy Kazules, and his two children, Nick and Mary Grace Puppo. He also was greatly accepted into the Kazules family and leaves behind Kathy’s five children, 16 grandchildren and one great grandson. He was also important to his half bother Michael Modugno and half sister Sandra Smith.
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