I was saddened to hear of Jeff's passing. Of all the sea gatians he was the one I most looked forward to seeing on the beach. And we met there often. Thank you friend.

Wishing Deb, Helen, Alexis and the whole family my deepest sympathy. Everyone that knew Jeff will miss him., a fixture of life on Sea Gate Beach. Some of my favorite memories are dinners at Fiorentino's, backyard BBQs, playing with his fluffy pups, words of friendly wisdom, and yes, staying fit to wear his famous collection of speedos. Jeff loved to spend time with family and friends, fish on his boat, and have deep conversations with the world's smartest dog (Beezlebob).

Dear Debra and  the Nier family, Jeff’s name is forever a blessing. 🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏 
Amy Zitron

I knew Jeff since 1998 when I started working as a lifeguard in Seagate. My very first ocean rescue, I was the only guard on duty and Jeff without hesitation ran in and assisted me in pulling that young lady to safety. (While wearing his classic American flag speedo!) Jeff was truly an amazing guy, someone I confided in every summer and someone who gave me such amazing life advice as I grew up on the beach every summer. My sincerest condolences to Debra, Helen, Alexis, Steve, Skylar and Kameron. Just an amazing iconic figure that the community will forever miss and remember. Love you buddy, Joe Parisella

Aunt Debra,
My heart aches for you with the loss of Uncle Jeffrey. There truly aren’t words that can take away the pain of losing someone you love so deeply. He was such a special man, and I will always be grateful for the memories, the kindness, and the love he shared with all of us.
He truly was the life of any party we had and always had a story to tell. He will be so missed but I am so grateful that he was my "Uncle Jeffrey"
Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers every single day. I hope you feel surrounded by love during this incredibly difficult time. 

I love you 
Aimee Marie ♥️ ♥️

Was sorry to hear about Jeff’s passing. I was visiting Dennis Desantis last year and Jeff stopped by. He was going through the treatments and had a good attitude. One memory that comes to mind, I was at a party at Jeff’s house, fireplace going  and he ran out  of wood. He simply grabbed a chair nearby busted it up and fed the fire while laughing. 
He always had a smile going, liked to kid around and put people on. It amused him, and could have ended in a brawl but usually not. He will be missed , he had a tough exterior, but kind and dependable friend.
Larry Streitman

Sea Gate Beach will never be the same.  My condolences to Jeff’s loved ones.

Debra,
My heartfelt condolences, sending you love and support through this difficult time.
Jeff was never just a brother-in-law but a brother, a friend, and one of the most genuine people I have ever known. He loved our family, and there was nothing he wouldn’t do to help anyone in need. Jeff had a million true and fun stories and quite a life. I was lucky to share so many parties, holidays, boat-and-beach time, and memories just hanging out with you both at the house or upstate. 
We always had laughter and good times.
He will be truly missed by ALL. 

Love you,
Carol

Most sincere condolences to the Nier Family...
From the Santamaria Family..

Dear Debra and Nier Family
I was deeply saddened to hear of Jeffrey’s passing. He was someone you meet once and never forget. Our paths crossed at a time in when playing competitive sport was our joy. Who better then JN to have as a teammate. We played to win. JN only had one gear. High Gear! He was forever fearless of our opponents. Never did I ever see him intimidated by anyone. He was truly a guy comfortable in his own skin. He was always highly motivated, so much so, we needed from time to time to tell him to put it in “Neutral”. The nick name stuck. To this day he was Neutral or “Neuch” to us. 
You consider friendship by not the quantity of it, but rather the quality of it, and although he and I were not close on a regular basis, the time we shared was at a critical point in our lives, and that created a bond of sort that gave us a mutual concern and respect, and for me an admiration of who he was. I valued the times we got together off the field. I always felt privileged when you and he were able to make the Memorial Day or Labor Day parties. I am grateful for all those memories. 
All you can do at times like this is get through them as best you can. I am truly glad he was a part of my life. He will be missed. You and he and the family are in my thoughts.
Rob

Deepest sympathy on the passing our friend Jeff. He will be deeply missed.

We shared a lifetime of ups downs and everything in between.  Thankful for it all. You are forever in my heart. Love you.

Dear Deborah,

Stanley and I were devastated to hear of Jeff’s passing. He was not only a good neighbor, but he was a friend and someone with so much heart and energy and zest for life that we cannot picture him no longer with us.

We send our most sincere condolences to you and the whole family. Brooklyn is a sadder place without Jeff. 

Our best regards,
Barbara and Stanley

We used to love walking by your house and you showing us your beautiful garden. We got so many ideas from you.  You were ALWAYS such a great friend to us both.  

At the beach you let me play Gidget by boogie boarding with me and waiting like a 5 year old till I got to the beach. 

Debra your man was a gem and he will always walk alongside you.  Our hearts are broken. I told Elly today Sea Gate lost a great one, one that can never be replicated.   I'm pretty sure you stopped at the Rainbow Bridge first to see all your fluffurnutters and cats, I'd lay $ on it ❤️.

Jeff we will forever miss you.  Love, Chris and Kelly

I'm so terribly sorry to learn of, and feel the pain  of Jeff's passing .  He was a great friend and consummate professional at his chosen trade of roofing. There is no one I can name who was not amazed at, and totally satisfied with, the quality of his work. 
As a friend he always had a jolly manner. 
Among the things we spoke of every now and then was the aging process and the conditions we encounter as we move along. Even so, the fun get-togethers he and Debra put together were enjoyed without reservation or thought of our respective ages.
Rest in Peace, Jeff; my friend and colleague. There are few who can match the great association we shared.

Debra. We are so terribly sorry for the loss of your wonderful husband Jeffrey.  He was truly a wonderful.  Our condolences go to you and the family.  Nancy and Norman.

Daddy I remember this day you wanted to make the garden turtles with Kam just like we made when I was younger

My name is Matt Cooper. I was a lifetime friend of Jeff. All our lives.  We never had a fight or argument, ever. 

I remember the house near the boardwalk in Coney Island.  I remember the 63 green Cadillac.  I remember the apartment near Surf Ave. and Sea Gate Avenue.

I remember the two of us leaving the Gate on Surf Ave. A kid threw something at the  Blue Dodge Charger. Jeff slammed it into park, reached behind for a bat and chased the kid. I couldn't stop laughing but got into the drivers seat and picked him up.

I remember going to Corvettes on 86th Street.  The person next to us dinged Jeff's passenger door. He didn't say anything. When the person left, Jeff got out and with his roofing boots, kicked in the entire side of the guys car.

Jeff hated Ira Niditch because he never brought anything to the beach and would come over and eat our food. Jeff told him he was not allowed to walk on the beach side of Atlantic and had to cross the street if he saw us .

My mother passed away in 2018. I came back to bury her and came to see Jeff. We sat in Jeff's backyard and talked for hours. Then  he took me to lunch. It was a comfort to me and took my mind off my mom's death and her burial the next day. He was there for me

My deepest sympathies to all. My forever friend. I  love you & will miss you. The world will never be the same again without you here. Until we meet again have fun with our loved ones. 💔

Our hearts are filled with?so much memories of Jeff. Can't believe he is no longer with us.
Live Julie abd Stu

Aunt Deb, I'm so very sorry. Jeff was like no other! He was indeed the life of the party. I have so many fantastic memories from when I used to come and stay with you both. Remembering all of the good times and praying for you. Love you. 
Love~ Nicole, Jeremy, Arden and Avery.

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Jeffrey Nier

February 28, 1948 – February 9, 2026

Cusimano & Russo Funeral Home

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