Nicholas Prudente

In Loving Memory

Nicholas Prudente

September 3, 1952 – May 2, 2025

"To live in the hearts we leave behind is not to die."

Celebrating the Life of Nicholas Prudente 

With deep sorrow and enduring love, we gather to remember and honor the life of Nicholas Prudente, who passed away on May 2, 2025, at the age of 72. Born on September 3, 1952, Nick lived a life filled with compassion, courage, and quiet strength. Nick devoted 35 years to the healthcare field, where his exemplary leadership and deep respect for others made him beloved by all who worked under and alongside him. Even after his retirement, many of these colleagues remained treasured friends—testament to the impact of his warmth, wisdom, and integrity. A man of quiet heroism, Nick helped guide others to safety during the tragic events of 9/11—an act that spoke to the core of who he was: calm in crisis, selfless in service, and always thinking of others first. Nick’s fight with cancer was marked by resilience, grace, and an unwavering zest for life. He never gave in, never gave up, and never stopped loving life or the people in it. His kindness, generosity, and gentle spirit were constant, even in the hardest of times. He had a special way of making others feel seen and valued—whether through the affectionate nicknames he created, or the booming, joyful way he greeted everyone he loved. Nick found happiness in music, the beloved family dogs, moments shared with children, and, most of all, time spent with family. Nick was a devoted brother to his sister Cathy and his brother-in-law Thomas. His heart overflowed with love for his nephew Jonathan (Jon) and his niece Jaclyn ("Parrot"). and her husband Matthew (Matt). He shared a special bond with his cousin’s daughters Katie ("TT"), and Kristina ("Meme). Not to be forgotten were the cherished family pets: Pepper, Honey, Kitty, Kali, Kona, Bud and Biscayne.

Nicholas Prudente’s legacy is one of love, strength, humor, and the quiet power of presence. Though he is no longer with us in body, his spirit lives on in every life he touched and every memory we hold dear.

Forever in Our Hearts

Your light remains in every smile,

every kind word, and every warm memory.

We love you always.