He was born in Newark, NJ, on April 17th, 1926. Nick graduated from Central High School and the Newark College of Engineering. He was married to Joyce DeBlank for over 40 years.
A decorated WWII veteran, Nick served in France and Germany and was awarded two purple hearts and a bronze star. As a long-time resident, and unofficial Mayor of Livingston, Nick worked tirelessly as a volunteer for the sheer joy of enhancing the quality of life for all.
He is survived by his sister, Connie, son, Alan, and grandsons, Matthew and Andrew.
Visitation hours will be held from 3pm-7pm on Friday, October 18th, 2019 at the Quinn-Hopping Funeral Home, 145 E Mt Pleasant Ave, Livingston, NJ 07039