I learned today of this tragic loss. I was on my run along Miramar Parkway and Vivi spotted me, so she stopped the car next to me. I stopped to greet her not knowing of what she would then speak....that Nissan has passed.

So let me tell you something you already know. Nissan loved life. Nissan adored his wife and children. He always spoke so highly of them and was so proud of his family. He had this constant wonderful, youthful exuberance that I absolutely admired.  On occasion, we would find each other on the running path and we'd run together, sharing stories about life, family, work, staying young, nutrition, music...the one thing that always came though in every conversation was this huge sense of positivism. Nissan was very clear that happiness was central to his life and he lived that mantra.
Nissan would use the power of that giant smile of his because he knew its positive energy would make a difference in our lives. 

Nissan will live in me forever. 
Our deepest condolences to the family.

With love,
Peter and Yelina Romero

My dear Vivi, Chanel & Too-too,

Every one of my memories with joy and laughter during the past 15 years include sweet Nissan and you guys.

I cannot fathom what kind of emotions a loss this big brings about, however know that his passing through this world was not unnoticed,. The world witness his birth, his life, his kindness but mostly what he engraved in us all... with love and kindness, the world is in your hands to live each day like the last one.

We were all lucky to have known him!
Love always,

Yvonne, Preston, Alfredo & Cole.

Nissan left a lasting impression on everyone that he’s ever been around. I remember my first time meeting him at North Perry. I also remember the first time I flown with him. I’ll never forget the 65 knot song that he sang to me while on short final. Every time I fly I mumble that song while coming in on approach. He was such a good flight instructor. Although I wasn’t able to fly with him frequently, what he taught me stuck with me through my private pilot training. He inspired many and I am glad to be one of them. 

Bad things happen to great people !
RIP! God be with you always . 

Every day he used to come to 7-11 in Miramar and grab his favorites protein and energy drinks.
Always smiling and “life is wonderful “ “beautiful day, I am going to the ocean”
We will remember him from now and on. 

His smile make our day brighter. Wish all our customers were like him. 

Is a very sad moment for everyone who got to know him.


There was never a day that passed by that Nissan wasn’t smiling. Everyday that I saw Nissan whether it was for flight training, at my parents restaurant, or a get together he ALWAYS had a smile. That energy and atmosphere is a lasting impression and will always be remembered! I finally became a flight instructor this year and I wouldn’t be in this position today without the help of Nissan. Nissan will always be my number one and favorite instructor! He was not only an instructor but a friend and a mentor.  I will always remember Nissan’s amazing piloting skills and intelligence, what he taught me, and how he taught me. With a new generation of pilots coming, they will be learning a lot of what Nissan taught me. I will always hold on to Nissan’s smile and teaching methods.  Nissan’s legacy will be forever. 

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Nissan Giat

August 6, 1967 – August 28, 2020

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