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- Paul T. Nicoletti, 80, of Lewiston, NY, passed away peacefully on Sunday, November 17, 2019, surrounded by his loving family at Niagara Hospice House. Born in Niagara Falls, he was the son of the late Ralph and Ruth (LaValley) Nicoletti.
Paul was a graduate of Niagara Falls High School in 1959. Following his graduation, he enlisted in the United States Air Force and proudly served his country until his honorable discharge in 1963. Upon returning home, he attended Niagara County Community College and obtained his Associate’s degree in business.
On April 23, 1966, he married his beloved wife, Marilyn A. (Ricotta) at St. Joseph Church in Niagara Falls.
Paul served as Vice-President and Branch Manager for Key Bank locations throughout Niagara Falls for many years prior to his retirement after 43 years of dedication. He was a longtime member of United Way and Empower, and also coached Cataract Little Loop football for over 28 years.
Paul was a Devout Catholic and longtime member of St. Peter’s Church. He was a former parishioner of Our Lady of Lebanon in Niagara Falls, where he served as an altar boy.
Paul was an avid football fan, especially of the Buffalo Bills. In his younger years he played fastpitch softball for Bruno’s, LaHacienda and Marine Midland Bank, and also loved to horseback ride. Above all, Paul enjoyed spending time with his family and best friend Robert Mack.
In addition to his wife of 53 years, Mr. Nicoletti is survived by his children, Anthony (Assunta) Nicoletti, Mark (Karen) Nicoletti, Michael (Terri) Nicoletti, Julie Ann Nicoletti; his grandchildren, Mark A. Nicoletti, Giuliana Nicoletti, Lillian Kilmer, Avery Nicoletti, Aaron Nicoletti, Rosalina Nicoletti, Daniel Nicoletti and Austin Charsley; one brother Vincent (Kathy) Nicoletti; his brother in law, Samuel (Patricia) Ricotta and Nardene (Richard) Bradt; as well as many nieces, nephews and cousins. He was predeceased by his siblings, Frank (Charlvene) Nicoletti and Carol (Eugene) Burson.
Visitation will be on Thursday, November 21st from 3 – 8 P.M. at M.J. COLUCCI & SON NIAGARA FUNERAL CHAPEL, 2730 Military Road, Niagara Falls, NY, where funeral services will begin at 10:00 A.M., followed by Paul’s Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00 A.M. at St. Peter’s Church, 620 Center Street, Lewiston, NY. Entombment will follow in St. Joseph Cemetery. Memorial offerings may be made to Niagara Hospice House. Please visit mjcoluccifuneralchapel.com for online condolences.
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