Name: H.M. Patterson & Son - Arlington Chapel
Address: Sandy Springs, GA

I lost my wife to Lou Gehrig's disease  in June of 2023. We were married 43 years. We had a kids party entertainment business I started in Chicago and took with me when I transferred to Petry 
TV's Atlanta office. 

We did a party for Nick and his friends. My wife said to me: "Val's son is the most respectful and well mannered young man I have met in many years of us doing this." 

Hope they get to greet one another. 

I know what Val and Regis must have gone through when this tragedy occurred.   

I knew Nick when he was little. I transferred to Petry Atlanta from Chicago after my dad passed away. My wife and I had a side hustle entertaining kids at birthday parties and we were there for Nicks when he was 7 or 8. Smart, respectful, one of the sweetest boys I ever knew. Billy Joel nailed it----the good die young. RIP Nicky. I'm loosing my wife to ALS as I write this. Hope they one day bump into each other with the Lord looking on. 

Regis I just became aware of the loss of nick.Although I never met him he had to reflect your values and character and inner beauty.
The world lost a shinning star that would have had considerable contribution to the world.
I am truly saddened by the loss of this wonderful person

Dear Val and Regis, 
How proud you must be of the courage displayed by Nicholas. My thoughts and prayers are with you. 
Cheryl Jean Claude

Although I am only now (in December) finding out about this terrible tragedy, my condolences are no less heartfelt for the family of this wonderful young man.  My friend Delaine told me about it today, and I promised her I would add the family on our prayer list at church.  Prayer is our connection to a loving Father, who will provide something good out of this.  I believe He is already at work when I read the story of this young man and the many blessings he left behind among, not only his family, but friends,co-workers, etc.  What a wonderful legacy.  

Priscilla Wyndham (Sandy Springs, GA)

Dear Val&Family,
I was just informed of your tragic loss.My prayers are with you and your family.May the lord give you all the strength through this difficult time.

I continue to hold your family in my thoughts & prayers.  My hope is that you find comfort.

Dear Val & Family,

My deepest heartfelt sympathy for you and the entire Napolitano family.  May the many memories help you through this difficult time. 

Bob & Debra Ruderman

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Your family is in my thoughts and prayers. I am so very sorry for your loss. Peter Napolitano NY, NY

Dear Val & Family,
Vito just informed me of your tragic loss. Words can not express how heart broken I am.  My deepest sympathies are with you and if there is anything I can do to make your grieving process easier, please don't hesitate to call. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. 

Angelo Appierto

Dear Val & Family, my heart broke as Dara told me of your tragic loss.  Words could never express my heartfelt sorrow for you.  Nick sounds like he was truly an angel on earth as I'm sure he will be in heaven.

i just heard, i feel your pain.. such a wonderful young man at 11-12 and was always there for others.. he died a hero.. i am honored to have met and crossed paths with him and his family. if i can serve in any way to try to make it less hurtful, i want to.. nick and john were team mates at NYO. though years ago., i always felt special toward him.. i encourage you to reach out to others to help you through your grief.. it is an unbearable burden the first several years.. seek ask for help to understand.. my cell is always available to you at 404 388 5660.... the group compassionate friends is a wonderful and helpful group that frankly kept me living.. i am so sorry and upset for you.. may God bless and keep you and help you find peace...

May the God of all comfort be with the Napolitano family at this time of grief and your fond memories bring you joy. 2Cor.1;3,4

Dear Napolitano family,
     Although we have never met personally, I feel some connection with you through Angela, who comes here after she helps you on Wednesdays.  It is with heartwrenching sadness that I learned of your terrible loss today when she arrived. From what I've read, your son, Nicholas, was a shining example of a wonderful,smart,successful,gorgeous young man.Please know our deepest sympathy and prayers are with each of you.  May God Bless You and Heal your broken hearts over time.
     Sincerely, Ed and Anita Rascoe

Val & Family - my deepest and heartfelt condolences.  I was very saddened to hear the news or your son's passing.  My thoughts and prayers are with your family.

Napolitano Family
  No words can express our sorrow. Our deepest heartfelt sympathy goes out to your family. We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Nick had a smile that could light up a room and everyone's hearts. I'll never forget him. I'm glad I knew him as long as I did.

Val & family,

I am so sorry for your loss. You and your family have been in my thoughts & prayers.

I liked Nick a lot.  He was a great teammate and a good friend.  My prayers are with all of you.

Napolitano family,

From the beginning of our friendship, I always valued Nick as on an entirely other level from myself and his peers.  Nick was always an angel, and I can only believe that he was taken from us so early because we didn't deserve to keep him here.  Wherever he is now, Nick must be there for a purpose. I cannot imagine that his work here is done.

Dear Val and Family,

I heard about the loss of your son Nicholas last week and you have my deepest sympathy.  As a parent, I can only imagine what you and your family are going through.  You raised a wonderful and heroic young man that will be missed.  All my thoughts and prayers are with you during this time.

Dear Napolitano Family,
Losing a loved one is never easy especially so young. I just wanted to express my heartfelt sympathies to your family. May you find strength from "the God who supplies endurance and comfort".-Rom. 15:4,5

Regis and Val, you and your family will be in our thoughts and prayers.  I feel that I knew Nicholas as Vickie spoke so often and so highly of your wonderful son.  God Bless you all.  Karen Michael Takada

Dear Napolitano Family,
Nick had always been a part of my life, from Westinster to Wake and then New York. He was such a wonderful person to be around and he will be truly missed. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. 
With Love,
Claire

Dear Napolitano Family,
My heart and prayers go to you and the family.  I worked with Nick here at CIT and found him to be a very pleasent person to work with.  I can relate to you loss, as I lost a brother 3 years ago suddenly.
Regards,

Regis & Val:
Reaching out to you with warm, heartfelt sympathy.  Although we haven't been in close touch, I've always felt the bond of having our children at the same time.  Wishing you love and wonderful memories.
Sincerely, 
Harriet Berger

Val, you and Nick and the rest of your family are in my prayers. I lost a daughter in 2009. Psalm 46:1 "God is our refuge and strength" May God be with you and your family.

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.

Dear Regis, Val and Olivia,
I was honored to have coached Nick when he was an 11 yr old All Star at NYO. Nick was a tremendous young man and obviously grew up to be an outstanding adult. Nick passed away a hero and I will keep praying for you and your family.

God Bless and may Nick Rest in Peace.

Val and Regis:

I was so sorry to hear about Nick's death.  My heart goes out to you.  

I know this is such a difficult time and you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

Take care,

Cindy Abramovitz

Dear Val Napolitano Family,

There are no words to describe how much I feel for your loss.  As a parent, it breaks my heart to know the pain you are going through. Your son was very fortunate to have parents such as yourself, because from the pictures I could plainly see all of the care and love you bestowed on him.  Other children should be so fortunate.  No, I didn't know Nicholas, but something compelled me to write you and let you know that your family are in my prayers.  It was due to you and the grace of Almighty God that led him to live his life to the fullest.  May the Lord Keep you and shine His face upon thee.  And may He give you PEACE.  'To be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord'.

Sharon (former resident of Atlanta)

Val and Regis, Heard about your terrible loss of Nickolas. I can't even imagine what you might be going through. It is beyond my imagination. I am so so sorry. You and your entire family are in my prayers.

Your loss is unfathomable, and we can only offer our sympathy.  We  are deeply sorry for your loss. We pray for peace, comfort, and strength in this difficult time for you and your family.  Ardie, Robert, Katie -

To Val, Regis and Olivia,

Words are inadequate at a time like this, but expressions of love are vital. Nick's selflessness owed much to you and the influences he felt from all of you. But at its heart, it came from much higher. 

I can only imagine that your whole family need one another, now, more than you ever have. Trust. Keep the Faith.

Val,Regis 
So very sorry for your tragic loss.

I never had the opportunity to meet Nick, but his story is truly a testament to the bonds that can exist between friends and brothers.  It is my prayer and hope that his heroic and selfless act serves an inspiration and reminder to us all of our duties to help others.  There are no words to make the loss easier for his family, but may they live with the knowledge that Nick recognized the duty to his brother and acted without hesitation.  May God bless and keep the Napolitano family. 

-Alan Moore; Sigma Alpha Epsilon

Dear Napolitano Family,
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your son and brother.  I work at CIT in Florida and while I did not know Nick, it is a tremendous loss to CIT and his colleagues and of course to his family and friends.  I send my deepest sympathies to all of you and pray you find moments of peace through the memories you created as a family with Nick.

Dear Val, Regis and Olivia,
I was very saddened to hear of your loss. My thoughts are prayers are with you and your family at this very difficult time.
God Bless

Dear Val, Regis and Olivia,
I am so sorry for your sudden loss.  You have been, and will be in my thoughts and prayers.
With sincere sympathy,

Dear Val, Regis, and Olivia,

I knew Nick from Wake Forest and the DKE fraternity and shared many memories with him throughout college. He touched everyone who met him. I cannot begin to express how much he will be missed. His spirit, warmth, and humor will forever live on. I am so sorry for your loss and my thoughts are with you. May Nick rest in peace.

Love,
Hana

Val, 

I wanted to reach out and simply let you know that you and your family have been in my thoughts and prayers during this incredibly difficult time. I hope all of our collective thoughts and prayers help you in even the smallest way.

David

Dear Regis, I remember you from long ago UGA days and am reaching out to send a warm embrace for your tremendous loss.  You must have raised a very fine young man who made the world a better place as everyone seems proud to have known him and call him friend.  May you find peace.  Claire Olliff Bowen

Dear Val and Family, 

My deepest sympathy goes out to you and your family.  May all the love and concern from so many help carry you through this heartbreaking time.  Your son is an example of everthing that is good and right in this world. What a blessing he was to all.

Dearest Val, Regis and Olivia,
Our hearts are broken to hear of this terrible tragedy. All of you are in our constant thoughts and prayers. We have so many great memories of Nicholas and your family. It is obvious you raised a wonderful young man. We love you and will continue to pray that Christ holds all of you in His hands.

Val and Regis,
Nicholas made such an impression on me back in the early soccer and baseball years.  He has grown into such a fine young man, and it was an honor and privilege to have known him.  He will live in our hearts always.
The service and tributes speak volumes for Nicholas.
Wesley, Travis, Guy and I have your family and the wonderful memories of Nicholas in our hearts.  We are praying for all of you.
Laura and Guy Arledge

Val:  So saddened to hear the terrible news about the loss of your son.  Having two sons myself, I cannot begin to express my thoughts.  I can only say that I am praying for you and your family in this difficult time.

Please know that I am praying for you during this time of loss.  No words cen capture this moment of sorry - Peace and prayers, Fr. Jude
Former WFU Catholic Campus Minister

Val..my sincere condolences for your tragic loss. You and your family are in my prayers.

Dearest Val, Regis and Olivia,

Time passes, and even though we have moved on, love remains.  Val, you have always been a trusted mentor and dear friend.   Words seem so inadequate; how can I express my sympathy and sorrow for you?   Even though I cannot be with you today, I believe in the power of prayer.   Becky and I are praying that God will be close to you, that He will lift you up and pour out his grace upon you as you mourn the passing of your precious son, Nicholas.  It seems by all accounts, that Nicholas was everything that you and Regis raised him up to be; he not only knew the Lord-he was following in His steps.  Greater love has no man than this, that he lay down his life for his friends.   We will continue to lift you in prayer.  You and your family are loved my friend.

Dear Val and Regis,

Although I never had the opportunity to meet Nicholas, I had always heard about his many accomplishments as well as his passion for living though his Uncle Vito...what a special person   he must have been.

I can only imagine what you are feeling and my thoughts have been with you, Olivia, and your entire family each and every day.  I can only hope that over time you will be comforted by the love of those around you as you continue to celebrate Nicholas' life.

The Candler family has been in constant prayer for all of you.
Walker, Mary Jane, Kit, Carolyn and Tol

i have never known  Nichols Val Napolitano nor his family.. i just read his article on the AJC and was sadden by his lose.. his way of death was herotic and so inspriational that it brought tears to my eyes and could only imagine what his family are going through.. i am a mother of 3 boys.. all of which help others and enjoy being  there for their freind and family..i could only imagine what Nick has done for his.. . i would like to send my prayers to his mom, dad, and their family... May God rest his soul in peace.. may God give you the strength to deal with your lose.. Bless you all

Peggy Yousif

Val and Regis, I am so very, very sorry for your terrible loss.  Although I never met the young man, I can understand the quality others have described by knowing you. You are in our prayers.

Val - it is with great sadness that I heard the news of your son's tragic accident while trying to save the life of another.  No words can heal the wound this has created.  Just know that the world is a better place having been graced by your son for 23 short years.  My thoughts are with you and your family.  Hope Etheridge, Doctors Without Borders, Chad, Africa

Val, Regis, and Olivia, words can not express how sorry I am to hear about the loss of Nick. I know he was a kind and loving young man and how proud you were of him. He showed just how truly selfless he was. Unfortunately I'm not home to help you celebrate his life, but please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and the Napolitano family. God Bless you all.

I can not begin to imagine what your family is going through.  From all that I have read Nicholas was a great athlete, a special friend, a tremendous son and a wonderful brother.  I just want you to know my heart, my thoughts and my prayers are with your family at this most difficult time.

Dear Napolitano Family,

Nick was one of the most genuine, caring, and intelligent men I have ever known. His energy was inspirational and his presence enjoyed by all. Nick will be sorely missed. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.

Val, so sorry to hear about Nicholas.  You are all in our thoughts and prayers.

I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. Take comfort in your memories.He will always be with you and your family. With sympathy,

Dear Regis, Val and Olivia - my most sincere and heartfelt condolences for your loss.  What a noble, beautiful soul he must have been.

dear regis, val and olivia,
my heart goes out to you all during this time of unimaginable loss and sorrow. 
it is obvious, through everything written about 
nicholas, that you all did a 
tremendous job in raising a 
young man that left this world 
a better place for having been 
a part of it. what a remarkable 
young man. my thoughts and 
prayers will continue to be with
you.

Dear Napolitano Family,  
May God give you all the strength to cope with your loss.  May you find comfort in all the happy memories you have of Nicholas.  God bless you all and  may Nicholas rest in peace!
~ A CIT Colleague ~

Dear Val, Regis and Olivia,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this very difficult time. Nicholas will live on in all the lives he has touched and the great work his fund will continue in his name. He is a true hero and inspiration to us all. When we think of him in our prayers we will remember the happiness he has brought to so many.
With love,
Erica and Steven Grundfast and Family

Dear Val, Regis and Olivia, all of us are so sorry for your loss. We must believe that faith takes us beyond the power of reason to believe. We believe that Nicholas was here for a reason and your connection will never be broken. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Lizann, Rick, Alex and Ashley Hinds

Dear Napolitano family, 
Nick was one of the friendliest people I knew at Wake Forest. He will be greatly missed. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.

Val,
We have spoken of our children to each other over the years, and I have revisited those conversations in the past week.  There is no understanding a tragedy like this, but Nick left his wonderful mark on the world in the short time he was here. He will always be with you.  
You are constantly in my thoughts.  
Mary Nowlin

Dear Napolitano Family,

I am so sorry for your loss.  Nick and I were friends at Wake Forest, and I don't know if I have met a more friendly, fun-loving and genuinely nice person.  He really was an amazing guy, and he will sorely missed by the many, many people he befriended at Wake and elsewhere along the way.  My thoughts and prayers are with your family throughout this time.

Dear Val, Regis and Olivia, 
After reading about Nick, we know what a special son, brother and friend he was. Our thoughts and prayers are with you in this difficult time.
                  -The Picozzi family
                    (Wilton, CT)

our love and prayers are with you and your family. 
nick willl always live In all the many hearts that had the pleasure of knowing and loving him!

Dear Regis, Val & Olivia, please accept my deepest sympathy to you & your family for the loss of Nicholas. May you find strength & peace in all of the love that surrounds your family.

Cynthia Kellert

Dear Napolitano Family,

We are heartbroken...Nick was a young man whose love for life filled up the room. I think this picture of him celebrating their Soccer State Chamionship in 2006 tells it all. He was a wonderful mentor both on and off the field to Smith providing confidence on the field as a much more mature player that protected our back field with leadership and amazing skill, but what we all loved about Nick was his smile and love for the game and his team! He always gave 110 percent and inspired those around him to give more. May God give you His strength and courage to endure this tragic loss and hope for your wonderful reunion with him one day.

Dear Val, Regis, and Olivia: As someone who has gone through this in my family having lost a brother at such a young age, I can tell you that although the pain of your loss will never go away, the memories you have made with your son and brother in those few and precious years will help you find comfort on your worst days. Know that Nicholas will always be in your heart and he will never be forgotten so long as you keep his memory alive. May he rest in peace and may God be with you and your family.

Regis, Val and Olivia:  We are so sorry for your loss of Nicholas. Our family had so many fun outings with all of you at the lake. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.  Our love, Tim, Cathy, Lauren, Taylor and Emily Couch

Dear Val, Regis, Olivia and Family,  Words cannot express how sorry I feel for you.  My heart breaks for you and your family.  I will continue to keep you in my thoughts and prayers.  

Christina Coloreo Liguori

So Sorry, Val. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Ralph Toddre

Val,
Such a sad and tragic loss.  I only new Nicholas through your stories over the years, and see by all that he occomplished in his young life how proud you must be of him.  You and your family are in our prayers.
Much love!
Brenda Bagley

Dear Napolitano Family,

I am so sorry for your loss. I did not know Nick personally, but have learned what a very special person he was and how much he was admired at CIT.  

My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Dear Regis, Val and Olivia,

I am very sorry for this and wish I could come up with better words to express this.  Nick is and always will be someone that I both fondly remember and make reference to when I speak to the players about what I am looking for in a player.  He always put all of his effort into all that he did, and his charisma and will were as much a part of both his and our successes as his playing ability.  The state championship of 2006 was a great result for us all and we never would have been there without Nick.  The world has lost a great young man and a true hero as well.

You are all in our prayers.

FOX8 Management & Staff
New Orleans, LA

I am so sorry for your unfathomable loss. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers. Val, I remember conversations we've had about parenting and raising kids the best we can. It is evident that Nicholas brought so much to this world and touched everyone around him. Over time, may you find peace and comfort in all he accomplished and the many lives he touched.

Dear Val, Regis, and family,
I never coached a true hero!  Nick was a true hero! I will never forget the first time he walked through my door in the Dowis building for his first hitting lesson. I will never forget his eyes! He had beautiful piercing eyes! It was a true blessing and honor to have coached Nick as a 12 year old young man at NYO. I will be telling the story of Nick Napolitano to future Titan 12 year olds for as long as the Lord allows me to coach them every summer.  Every year I have a motto for The Titans that we scream before taking the field. It is usually something motivating! Next year we will simply scream "NICK"!!!!!!!


Dear Regis, Val and Olivia,
Over the past 25 years, we've always caught-up on our kids with each other; their triumphs and  accomplishments throughout their childhoods. So there are no words to express our deep and constant sadness over this tragedy.  We're so, so very heartbroken and numb over what you all have had to go through. Nick's biggest accomplishment was his bravery and doing the right thing, and he will always be remembered for his heroic act. Much love and prayers go out to you all at this time,love,
Karen and Jeff Segal

Dear Val, Regis and Olivia,
My heart sank at the news.  My deepest sympathy on the loss of Nicholas. My thoughts and prayers are with you everyday.

Regis,Val,and Olivia,
My heart is breaking for you and I just want you to know my thoughts are with you.

Dear Regis, Val and Olivia,

The loss of Nicholas is such a tragedy; it is hard to absorb and to know what to say. Words cannot touch the loss you feel. Though we can’t truly know what you are going through, we do know the loss of a child is impossible to bear. Just know that we share your grief. As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends. May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate Nicholas' life - a life well lived. 

All of our love, Marty, Vivian and Jahn Toole

I am so very sorry for your loss. 

Nick was one of the first people I met at Wake Forest University. Though we were never destined to be any more than casual acquaintances, Nick was nothing but kind to me and a great example of the things that a student, and a friend should be. He will be missed

Dear Regis and Val,
I am so very sorry for the loss of your remarkable son. From reading about him, he was an amazing young man. My love and prayers go out to you both and Olivia. With my deepest sympathy, 
Amanda

Your In Our Thoughts And Prayers. The Ysseldykes, Annette, Tom, Jo Ann, And Terri

Val,Regis and Family,

Please accept our deepest sympathy and condolences on your loss.  Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Mike and Lisa Garofolo

Mr. & Mrs. Napolitano, I remember beginning my professional life with Napolitano & Company & then Petry. Babysitting for Nicholas & Olivia 15 years ago was an added bonus. I can see from what has been written about Nicholas that he was the same caring & protective BIG brother I was blessed to experience which expanded to everyone he encountered in later years. My prayers are with your family.

Mr. & Mrs. Napolitano, I remember beginning my professional career with Napolitano & Company, then Petry many years ago. I learned so much from your family.  Babysitting for Nicholas & Olivia were an added bonus.  I can see from the writings of his life that Nicholas grew into the man I saw as a big brother.  He was always thinking & taking care of his sister.  God bless your family and we will keep you in our prayers.

Dear Regis, Val and Olivia,
Karen Smith just shared the sad, tragic news.  My heart is broken for you.  My prayers are with you all.  I have no words to express my sadness.  He was a hero and will always be loved and admired by all who knew him.

Dear Regis and Val

I am so very very sorry. Reading everyone's love and respect for Nicholas - and for each of you and for Olivia - I hope reminds you of the heartfelt impact each of you have had on so many people. May God bless each of you and especially Nicholas, always. My deepest condolences. 

Jack Arogeti

AVIS DE DÉCÈS

Nicholas Val Napolitano

23 février 1988 – 7 août 2011

H.M. Patterson & Son-Arlington Chapel

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