sorryPosted: 3/19/2008 by leroy jones of , , My sincere apology goes to the family for your loss. Although it has been 5 years since I have seen him at graduation I knew Nick from when we were kids. I live out of state now and saw something on the NH news that a fellow student from our graduating class had passed away I was shocked to hear it was Nick. He was a great kid and will be dearly missed. I know he will now join our friend Stephan and be watching over all of us. He was a very kind and funny person and it is sad he was taken from us this young. Even though I will not be able to make it for the ceremony I will keep your family in my prayers and I hope you find the strength to make it through this tough time. Posted: 3/20/2008 by Krystal (kimball) Haseltine of Bristol, CT, I'm so sorry for your loss. I am one of the owners of USASubs Salem, so I only knew Nick briefly, but I could tell what an outstanding man he was.
Please let us know if we can be of any help.
My condolences. Posted: 3/20/2008 by Melanie Pawl of Derry , , Leslie and Paul, All our love is with you. We loved Nick very much and will miss his smiling face.
Love, Alice and KevinPosted: 3/20/2008 by Alice and Kevin Mullen of Derry, NH, So sorry for your loss. Our best to Paul, Leslie, and Gretchen. Take care of each other and God Bless you all.
Steve & CoreenPosted: 3/20/2008 by Coreen D. Chaisson of Hampstead, nh, Rockingham I am so sorry for your great loss...Nick had been a close friend of mine for several years, and I loved him most for his ability to see the positive, find humor in all things and that he made me feel special to be his friend. My memories of him will comfort me and anyone else who has loved Nick. Nick always found a way to make me laugh- some of my hardest laughs were shared with him! I am fortunate to have had the great times with him that I did...those memories will stick with me. I hope that you may find strength in being with loved ones and comfort in knowing your family and Nick's friends are in many people's thoughts and prayers.Posted: 3/20/2008 by Linda Richard of Derry, NH, Nick was such a fantastic guy. He always had a way of making us laugh (and get distracted) during Sunday school and confirmation. He has touched so many people in so many ways. My love and prayers go to Nick's family and huge circle of friends and loved ones. Nick will be in all of our hearts forever.Posted: 3/20/2008 by Jenny Riegel of Tempe, AZ, USA Dear Leslie & Paul, We are so sorry for your great loss. We will always remember the good times the boys had together. Nick was always polite and full of joy, he truly enjoyed life and always had a smile. He was a fine young man. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Love Lisa & Al.Posted: 3/20/2008 by Al and Lisa DelTrecco of derry, nh, USA Paul & Leslie & Gretchen,
As parents of one of Nick's peers/classmates and fellow F.P.C. confirmation class, we are truly grieved by Nick's death. We are thinking about your family SO much right now since we have had much interaction in the past when we lived in Derry for about the same time as your family.
Sincerely,
Patrice, Roy and our familyPosted: 3/20/2008 by Patrice & Roy Riegel of Phoenix, Arizona, I would like to send my condolences to all of Nicks family and friends. There is no doubt that he was a very amazing person. I had the honor of getting to know him over the past few years. We would only get together a few times a year but they were always exciting for me. I will greatly miss him and all the joy that he brought to others. Posted: 3/20/2008 by Christopher Raychel of St. Petersburg , Florida, USA Nick's laugh was contagious. He had a positive energy. It's such a loss. All of my memories with Nick included us laughing and his grin. He lightened every situation by his humor. He was always comforting and through some of the hardest times in my life, he gave me good advice that was honest and thoughtful.
To Nick's family, you've been constantly on my mind and in my prayers.
Posted: 3/20/2008 by Julianna Sears of Derry, NH, I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Nick has been one of the most uplifting and positive friends I have come to know. Over the past few years I have been blessed to have Nick as a good friend and experience the joy he brought to me and all the people he came in contact with. He will be greatly missed. Posted: 3/20/2008 by Kellen Rattigan of Bedford, NH, I am very sorry for your loss. I have known nick since we were kids. I was in allied health with nick for 2 years and he was a very smart caring person. I saw him last only a few years ago and he was a great person. He will be truly missed by all who knew him. Sorry for your loss of such a beautiful human being my thoughts are with you and your family.Posted: 3/20/2008 by Jessica (kimball) Boggiatto of Manchester, NH, my condolences goes out to the family. Nick was an amazing person and will be missed greatly. Ive known nick for several years and he always was a great spirit. anytime i saw him or talked to him he always made me smile. i will have all the memories that i have shared with nick to look back on and smile. my thought and prayers are with his family..Posted: 3/20/2008 by Lori Clark of Derry, NH, Paul & Leslie, very sorry to here about your loss. We'll keep you both in our prayers. Terry & KrisPosted: 3/20/2008 by Terry & Kris McGovern of Hooksett, NH, Dear Leslie, Paul and Gretchen, We are so sorry for your loss. Nick was a very nice young man and will be missed by all. You are in our thoughts and prayersPosted: 3/20/2008 by Gloria and Walter Bingel of Derry, NH, USA Our sincere condolences go out to you Gretchen, Peter & parents Leslie & Paul with the loss of a terrific brother & loving son, Nick. Gretchen - we have not seen you since your highschool graduation but thru Matt we have continued to hear of your continuing success- Leslie & Paul you have always made us feel so very welcome in your home & always welcoming to our son. At this most sorrowful time please know you are in our prayers. your friends, Earle & Liz BoxPosted: 3/20/2008 by Liz Box of Derry, NH, USA Dear Leslie, Paul & Gretchen - We are so sorry for your loss. Nick has always had a special place in our hearts as he and Brett were such good budds. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. Bonnie & George SchuscherebaPosted: 3/20/2008 by Bonnie & George Schuschereba of Derry, NH, USA Nick was my first BEST friend. We spent every weekend throughout elemntary school jumping on his trampoline in his back yard...always seeing who could bounce the other person the highest. I would always be scared to go to high. In retrospect, I guess you could say he showed me not to be scared and just do it/go for it. I suppose we are always learning things about life from our close friends and family. Nick was no exception to this...everybody can learn something from our days spent with him.Posted: 3/20/2008 by Brett Schuschereba of Derry, NH / Jersey City, NJ, , Nick taught me how to snowboard, what good music was, and was an incredible friend throughout all of college. I know he was kind and true and cared greatly for his friends and family and I just wanted to send all of my love and thoughts for Nick who would do the same. Posted: 3/20/2008 by Kate Jensen of Orono, ME, Dear Paul & Leslie, I am deeply saddened to hear of Nicks passing. I know how difficult this must be for you. Nick was such an amazing person, he will be greatly missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you.Posted: 3/21/2008 by Judy Otis of Salem, NH, United States Dear Leslie,
I am so very sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. In deepest sympathy from my family to you and yours.
Sincerely,
Barb Posted: 3/21/2008 by Barb Wicks (Little) of Irving, Texas, Dear Horner Wright family-
Words can't describe the sadness I felt when I heard about Nick's death. My heart goes out to each and everyone of you, my prayers are with you during this very sad time. I remember Nick speaking at our High School prom and his very caring nature. He was truly a very special man with a great heart.
My deepest sympathies.
Jacqui PetrinPosted: 3/21/2008 by Jacqui Petrin of Derry, NH, USA I met nick in middle-school, we would terroize any teacher that stood in the way of our jokes and one upping eachother. That continued into highschool. I use to go over his house everyday after school freshman year to chill out (sorry for all the missing boxes of ramen noodles). I went into the navy and he went into college and we lost touch. When I got back we saw eachother off an on. The last time I saw him was at a party a month ago. Our faces lit up and we hugged and I felt happy for the first time in a while because of some of the things I was going though. He already knows this but standing outside under the stars just me him and tarrah talking about life and preatty much anything else that night was a highlight of my life. I dropped him off and the last thing he said was "Goujon we should hang out more please call me" I didn't and I have to live with that, thank you nick for finally showing me that it's not ok to miss any chance to see someone you truely care about. I know you wouldn't want me to feel bad so I won't instead I'll just make sure I check myself more often. Love GoujonPosted: 3/21/2008 by Chris Goujon of , , Dear Paul, Les, and Gretchen,
You are all in are prayers. May God hold you in his hands and give you strength. Let us know if there is anything we can do to help.
Dave and DianaPosted: 3/21/2008 by Diana and Dave Mobley of Medfield, MA, USA DEAR NICHOLAS AS I ALWAYS CALLED YOU - AS TIME PASSES AND SOME FORGET, I WILL NEVER FORGET THE FUN WE HAD IN THE OFFICE. YOUR GIANT ICE COFFEE FROM DUNKIN DONUTS AND OF COURSE THE LARGE SUBS. I WILL MISS YOU. MAY THE LORD WRAP YOU IN HIS ARMS AND WELCOME YOUR SOUL INTO HIS KINGDOM.
LESLIE AND PAUL I AM SO SADDENED BY NICHOLAS' PASSING.
LINDAPosted: 3/21/2008 by LINDA D. BREEDY of Londonderry, NH, USA Very sorry to hear about this, Nick was always a great guy.Posted: 3/21/2008 by Nick Beers of Dixmont, Maine, USA Dear Leslie and family, We are deeply saddened to hear about Nick's passing. Please accept our heartfelt condolences. Chris (Wicks) and Bill StenderPosted: 3/21/2008 by Chris and Bill Stender of Northbrook, Illinois, USA I am at complete loss for words. I cannot begin to tell you how truly sorry i am for your loss. Nick was by far the most genuine person i have ever met. He always made me smile whenever we crossed paths. My thoughts and prayers go out to all his friends and family. Take care of eachother, i hope you will find some kind of peace.Posted: 3/21/2008 by Danielle Norton of Derry, NH, Dear Horner-Wright family. I just wanted to stop and tell you how sorry I am for your loss. I have been out of touch with nick for sometime, only seeing him on occasion. He is a great guy and honestly I wish we never lost touch. He will be very missed. -John WrightPosted: 3/21/2008 by John Wright of Derry, NH,
I just wanted to let all the family know, that Michelle, Danielle and myself Jan were very shock and sadden to hear of Nick's passing. I remember Nick as a little boy with a big smile. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Jan DiMarzioPosted: 3/21/2008 by Jan DiMarzio of Pembroke, NH, merrimack Dear Leslie, Paul, Gretchen, and family,
I'm so sorry for your loss. Nick was a good friend of mine and one of the smartest, insightful people I've ever met.My fondest memory of Nick is his suprise appearance as "Cabanna Boy" at Jerry Paris's birthday party. The pictures say it all. Nobody stopped laughing when he was in the room ,EVER. Nick-Dizl I'll miss you like you'll never know. My deepest sympathies.
Ashley (Ash-Dizl)Posted: 3/21/2008 by Ashley Arnold of Derry, NH, Very sad to hear news of this. I knew Nick throughout our time together at UMaine, and very few if any had the ability to light up a room and bring happiness to others the way that he did. He will sorely be missed and I'll always cherish the brief yet close friendship we developed. My thoughts and prayers are with all family members and friends. Posted: 3/21/2008 by Lucas Soo of Bangor, ME, United States I was fortunate enough to take two years of Allied Health with Nick and he never failed to light up the room; he had a way of making everyone smile, even in the worst of times. The joy he brought to so many lives will never be forgotten. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family and friends in this most difficult time. Posted: 3/21/2008 by Courtney Theriault of Hampstead, NH, Although I have never met Nick's family or friends in Derry, I was friends with Nick at the University of Maine. I have known him since the beginning of our sophomore year in college, and I am truly saddened that he is gone. Nick was one of the most thoughtful, animated, and giving people that I have ever met, and he will be missed by me as well as a number of other classmates at UMaine. My thoughts are with your family during this tough time, and all of us in Maine are thinking of your family.Posted: 3/21/2008 by Abigail Hamel of Bangor, ME, USA Dear Leslie & Paul,
We are shocked and saddened to learn of Nick's death: Our thoughts & prayers are with you all.
Aunt Fran & Bill WicksPosted: 3/21/2008 by Aunt Fran & Bill Wicks of Irving, Texas, Paul and Leslie,
Was so sorry to hear about the loss of your son. My thoughts and prayers are with you both.
You may not remember, but I worked with Brian Denis at the Probation Dept. in Derry, as his secretary. JanicePosted: 3/22/2008 by Janice A. Rioux of Derry, NH, USA Nick was always a great and honest friend. He help me a lot when I spend a semester at UMaine. I still remember every day of that week he spend here in Puerto Rico. I'm sure that trip was a real adventure for him. I never knew his family, but I can say that he mention a lot of good things about them. Nick was a real human being. My condolences to his family, I'm real sorry for the lost of a really good men.Posted: 3/23/2008 by Jose Martinez of San Juan, , Puerto Rico Paul,
I was very sad to hear about the loss of your son, Nick. I had only met him a few times but could tell he was a special person. I could also tell by the way that you spoke of him that you loved him deeply. My sympathies to you, your wife and daughter and your entire family.
MichaelPosted: 3/23/2008 by Michael LaFleur of Derry, NH, Paul and Leslie,
Words can not describe how sad I am to hear of Nick's passing. The good Lord now has a great and kind gentleman by his side. Nick was a fantastic person and I'll miss him greatly. My heart prayers go out to you and your family.
Danny CallenPosted: 3/23/2008 by Danny Callen of Franklin, NH, USA Dear Leslie, Paul and Gretchen,
I cannot even begin to tell you how extremely sorry and distraught I am about the loss of Nick. It is all too unbelievable. Nick was like a son to me, I loved him very much and he brought much joy and many laughs into my life. He was quite the mimic, as you know, and could have me in stitches with some of his antics. Apart from that, Nick had a good, kind heart and consequently endeared himself to everyone he met. He will be sadly mourned and sorely missed. The fact that we lost Stefan nearly 6 years ago has made Nick's death all the more difficult to grasp. How can this be? Why? Questions for which we will never have answers. Two beautiful boys gone from us forever. Yes, they are together once again, but there is really no solace in that knowledge. They should be here with us, the people who loved them beyond measure. My heart aches for you. God be with you. Much love, MarshaPosted: 3/24/2008 by MARSHA CHAPPLE of MANCHESTER, NH, USA Paul,Leslie, and Gretchen
We are so sorry and distraught over the loss of your wonderful and kind son, Nick. He was genuine and fun to be around and will be sadly missed. Please accept our condolences during these trying
times.
Mabel & PaulPosted: 3/24/2008 by Paul & Mabel Dunn of Scarborough, Me, Paul and Leslie, we are truly saddened to learn of Nick's passing. Please accept our heartfelt condolences.
Paul and Kim Crowley and family.
Posted: 3/24/2008 by Paul Crowley of Hooksett, NH, USA Dear Paul, Leslie and Gretchen,
Jan and I are shocked and saddened at the news of Nick's death. Our hearts and prayers go out to you. In our roll as your answering service we had many opportunities to talk to Nick and we only knew the "Young Nick". It was clear then too that he would become that gentle giant you described.
Warm Regards, Bob and Jan GrahamPosted: 3/25/2008 by Bob & Jan Graham of Alton , NH, to Nicks family
im so sorry for the pain & loss you are feeling
Nick & friends hung out with my son, Rob Osten
We will miss them forever
Gail
Posted: 3/25/2008 by Gail of , nh, Dear Leslie and Paul, We did not hear about Nick's passing until church on Sunday and have struggled since with finding the words to express our sorrow. We can not imagine a greater pain and we are truly sorry for your loss. Keep close your favorite memories as they will give you strength now; and keep your heart in Gods hands and he will give you peace.
With love and caring, Paula & Eric FrankPosted: 3/26/2008 by Paula & Eric Frank of Derry, NH, Please accept my sympathy for the loss of Nick. I went to UMaine and Pinkerton with Nick and feel so honored to have had him as a friend. I will always remember his Eddie Vedder impersonations and his Braveheart monologues (I actually was lucky enough to capture one on video). My prayers are with you and I hope that someday your fond memories of Nick, and the love you have for him, will bring you peace. Posted: 3/28/2008 by Ashley Tartarilla of Chester, New Hampshire, We are so sorry to hear about Nick - he was truly a very special person. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. May the great love that you have in your family and the payers of family and friends help to support you through this loss. Posted: 3/29/2008 by Kerry & Matt of Derry, NH, Dear Paul and Faimly,
We are very saddened to hear of the loss of your son Nick. I have thought about of how difficult these past days have been for you and your faimly, and you have been in our prayers. Paul, I remember how your eyes just lit up with pride and joy when you spoke of your son. and I know there is nothing that can be said to ease your sorrow in this very difficult time. our thoughts are with you. JoAnn,Tom & TylerPosted: 3/29/2008 by Joann & Tom Landers of derry, Nh, There is an old gospel song that includes the words:
Grateful 'til death's end
to our loving Master (meaning God)
A few more days to labor and wait
Toils of the road will
then seem as nothing
when we slip through that beautiful gate
and the refain goes-
Farther along we'll know all about it
Farther along we'll understand why
Cheer up my brother, live in the sunshine
We'll understand it, all by and by
They didn't expect life to get easier. There was pain and there was suffering. But more importantly, there was hope and there was faith. The faith that things will be ok, "all by and by". I suppose they meant in God's time, not in ours.
Nick's death does not make sense to us. It is too soon. Too much is now missing in our lives. It is hard to understand, sometimes hard even to grasp. But if we keep faith and hope and keep Nick in our hearts, then we will keep as much of him as we can. And perhaps we too will understand, all by and by.
Love you Nick,
Dave Chapple, Aaron, Crystal and Haley.Posted: 3/31/2008 by David Chapple of , , Leslie and Paul,
So very sorry to have just learned of your devastating loss. We didn't know Nick, but have always enjoyed your company and friendship.
We had heard the news story at the time and naturally your heart goes out to any family in that situation. When we heard last night that it was you, we were torn apart. Mario and I can't even imagine what you are going through, but we are praying that you will both (in time) be able to heal after this unexpected and devastating loss.
Please take some comfort in knowing that all those you have touched and brought joy to through the years are thinking of you -- many more people than you realize.
Prayers and love,
Justine, Mario, Rosetta, Elena, and Colin
Posted: 4/3/2008 by justine of derry, nh, usa Dear Paul and Leslie, I remember Nick as a beautiful child from the days when we lived down the street from you. Lowell just shared the news yesterday from British Columbia. I wish you strength in this most difficult of all times. Melinde Posted: 4/9/2008 by Melinde Lutz Sanborn of Bedford, NH, USA I know this is many years late but I just found the post online and was shocked and sadden and was compelled to write. I remember how much joy Nick and Gretchen brought to you. He was such a great kid. It is so awful and Im sorry for your loss. You should never outlive your child. I also know that years never take away the pain of losing a child. Leslie was there when I lost my husband Scott 1996 and I am forever grateful because if it wasn't for you Leslie I don't think I would have learned how to cope with the loss. I hope that God has bless you family since with peace and yes, joy. God bless Stacey GiannelliPosted: 11/24/2016 by Stacey Dionne of Weare, NH, United States Paul, Leslie,
I grew up with Nick. We attended school together at Derry Village together for years, originally meeting in Mrs. Wright's class back in 1990. I had heard something years back about the death of Nick. However, I never put it together in my mind, until yesterday morning, when he popped into my head during my daily routine, and it took me to my knees for a minute. I have to share that I really liked Nick a lot. He was one of my favorite classmates all throughout our school years. I will never forget leaving Derry Village school with him in the afternoons, we hung out after school a lot, we would walk through the woods outside the main entrance of Derry Village and his house was right on the other side of the wooded area. I also remember the Toyota Corolla his folks had back then, and the distinct, brand-new smell it had in it. Your folks were always so welcoming to me. I enjoyed our after-school hangouts, snack time in class. We both used to bring fruit snacks in our lunchboxes and sometimes would trade snacks. These are just a few fond memories I have of Nick. I am so blessed to have known such a wonderful human being like Nick, I really hope you are enjoying heaven and are being bathed in eternal love and light, from our lord Jesus Christ!
With love to Nick and the rest of his family, from the bottom of my heart, God Bless you all!
Rest in the sweetest peace, Buddy!Posted: 10/17/2022 by David Summa of Manchester, NH, USA