Nicholas Charles Perino

Nicholas “Nick” Perino, age 80, of Modesto, California, passed away on September 20, 2026. He was formerly of Waltham, Massachusetts.

Nick was born on April 10, 1946, to Anthony and Marietta Perino. His family moved to Modesto, California, in 1955. He was the big brother of Nancy Perino-Stephens and Anthony J. Perino, Jr.

Nick served in the U.S. Air Force during the Vietnam War and was honorably discharged to attend college. He married Janice Milco in 1970, and together they welcomed their son, Mark Nicholas, in 1973, and their daughter, Julie Nicole, in 1980. He welcomed Sara McCralen as a daughter-in-law in 2002 and son-in-law Jesse Cochenour in 2025.

Nick was the proud grandfather to Mark and Sara’s children, Dominic Anthony, Chase Nicholas, and Sophia Grace. He welcomed his extra-grandchildren, Nate, Katelyn, and Braeden Cochenour, into the family. He was uncle to Dana and Jason Cockrum, and Matthew Stephens, as well as great-uncle to Ava Cockrum.

Nick loved attending and cheering on every sport his grandchildren played in, and he grew close to many of the players as well as their families. He loved golf and grew close to many of his golfing buddies. He had a passion for cooking and feeding family and friends.

He was a devoted believer in his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Nick is there now, celebrating with family and friends.

Nick is survived by his wife, Janice Carol Perino (Milco) his

children, Mark Nicholas Perino and Julie Nicole Perino Cochenour, and his grandchildren & extra-grandchildren, Dominic Anthony, Chase Nicholas, and Sophia Grace, Nate, Katelyn, and Braeden Cochenour

Nick is preceded in death by his parents, Anthony J. Perino & Marietta Perino

A Celebration of Life for Nick will be held on Monday, August 28, 2026, at 11:30 a.m. at Centenary Church, 1911 Toyon Ave. Modesto, CA 95350

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that you please make a donation to the American Cancer Society in Nick's name.