Family/Spouse: Vanessa. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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Blase A. Nicolia, 90, of Grand Island, NY, passed away peacefully at his residence on December 28, 2022 surrounded by his loving family.  Born in Middleport, NY he was the son of the late Antonio and Gaetana (Spittileri) Nicolia.
Blase graduated from Royalton Hartland High School and proudly served in the United States Army until his honorable discharge in 1958 and later attended Niagara University earning his Bachelor’s Degree.  On July 26, 1958 he married Amelia T. (Sarkees) Nicolia.  Blase was a longtime local businessman in Western NY.   He enjoyed all sports, especially football.  Above all he enjoyed spending time with his beloved family.
In addition to his wife of 64 years, Blase is survived by his children, Blase A. (Amy) Nicolia, Jr. and Michael (Vanessa) Nicolia; his daughter-in-law, Judith Nicolia; his grandchildren, Andrea (Matt) Bove, Gregory Nicolia and Anna Nicolia and a great grandchild due in March, as well as several nieces, nephews and cousins.  Blase was predeceased by his son, John Nicolia and siblings, Vincenza Ragusa, Vito Ragusa and Vincenzo (late Grace) Nicolia.
There will be no prior visitation.  Blase’s Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Wednesday, January 4 at 10:30 AM at Niagara University Alumni Chapel, 6 Vincentian Drive, Lewiston, NY 14109.  Interment in Gate of Heaven Cemetery, Lewiston, NY.  If desired memorial offerings may be made to Catholic Charities of Buffalo.  Arrangements by M.J. Colucci & Son Niagara Funeral Chapel. Visit mjcoluccifuneralchapel.com for online condolences.

Blase married SARKEES, Amelia T on 26 Jul 1958. Amelia (daughter of SARKEES, John and MATAR, Victroia) was born about 1932 in Niagara Falls, Niagara County, NY; died on 27 Feb 2023 in Niagara Falls, Niagara County, NY. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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Amelia T. Nicolia, 91, of Grand Island, NY, passed away peacefully on February 27, 2023. Born in Niagara Falls, NY, she was the daughter of the late John and Victoria (Matar) Sarkees.
Amelia attended local schools and graduated from Niagara Falls High School. On July 26, 1958, she married her loving husband, Blase A. Nicolia. Mr. Nicolia passed away on December 28, 2022, after 64 cherished years together.
Amelia had a dignified, vibrant personality and was the strength of her beloved family. She enjoyed completing crossword puzzles and was an avid fan of the Buffalo Bills and Buffalo Sabres.
Amelia is survived by two children, Blase A. (Amy) Nicolia, Jr. and Michael (Vanessa) Nicolia and was predeceased by her son, John (Judith) Nicolia. She is also survived by her grandchildren, Dr. Andrea (Matt) Bove, Gregory Nicolia and Anna Nicolia and was happily awaiting a great grandchild due in March. She is also survived by several nieces, nephews and cousins. Amelia was also predeceased by her sister, Martha (late Raymond) Geiser.
There will be no prior visitation. Amelia’s Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Thursday, March 2 at 2:00 P.M. in St. Stephen’s Church, 2100 Baseline Road, Grand Island, NY. Interment will be held privately in Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Memorial offerings may be made to Catholic Charities of Buffalo. Visit mjcoluccifuneralchapel.com for online condolences.

Antonio + SPITTILERI, Gaetana. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

John + MATAR, Victroia. Victroia and died. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]