Nicholas is predeceased by his father, Vincent and mother, Elizabeth (Seibert) Bishop. He is survived by his companion, Rebecca Phillips; two daughters, Denise and her husband, Alan Olshefski, Donna and her husband, Vince Edwards; five step children, Clayton, Patrice, Betty, Charles, and Michael Phillips; his brother, Raymond Bishop and sister-in-law, Carol Bishop; along with three grandchildren, Alan Olshefski Jr., Ryan and Jenna Olshefski, and Niccolo Bishop.