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- John P. Nicolia, 58, of Grand Island, NY, passed away peacefully in his sleep on April 26, 2019, after a long, courageous battle with degenerative nerve disease. Born in Niagara Falls, NY, he is the loving son of Blase and Amelia (Sarkees) Nicolia. John attended local schools and received his Bachelor’s Degree in Business from Fredonia State College. He obtained his Juris Doctor degree from John Marshall Law School in Chicago, IL, and later earned his Master’s Degree in Education from Niagara University. John was a well-respected Attorney in the Buffalo area for many years. He took great pride in his work and will forever be remembered for his brilliant and creative ways. He enjoyed substitute teaching and watching sports. John’s easy going, charismatic personality will also never be forgotten. In addition to his parents, John is survived by his wife of 28 years, Judith (Allen) Nicolia; his beloved daughter, Anna Victoria Nicolia; two siblings, Blase (Amy) Nicolia and Michael Nicolia; his niece, Andrea and nephew, Greg; as well as many cousins, dear friends and colleagues. Visitation will be on Saturday, May 4th from 10 – 11 A.M. at Niagara University Alumni Chapel, 5795 Lewiston Road, Lewiston, NY, where John’s Mass of Christian Burial will begin at 11:00 A.M. Entombment will follow in Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Memorial offerings in John’s name may be made to DENT Neurological Institute, 3980 Sheridan Dr, Amherst, NY 14226. Arrangements by M.J. COLUCCI & SON NIAGARA FUNERAL CHAPEL, 2730 Military Road, Niagara Falls, NY. Visit mjcoluccifuneralchapel.com for online condolences.
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Abt 1961 - 2019 (58 years)