521 West Main St
North Adams, Massachusetts
Nickolas Michael Allen Burdick 1999-2011 NORTH ADAMS Nickolas Michael Allen Burdick, 12, of 10 Isbell Street, North Adams, died Tuesday December 20, 2011 at his home surrounded by his loving family after a courageous battle with Leukemia. He was born in Pittsfield, on February 8, 1999 a son of Christine F. Johnson and James Edward Burdick. He attended school in North Adams and was enrolled at Brayton School at the time of death. He was a fun loving boy who enjoyed playing outdoors with friends and family. He loved playing video games, reading and most of all spending time with his family. Survivors include his mother Christine F. Johnson and soon to be step-father Charles Goodell with whom he made his home. His uncle "Daddy" James Johnson and aunt Christina Girard, of North Adams. His biological father James Burdick of North Adams. Maternal Grandparents: George & Teresa (Sears) Johnson of North Adams. Paternal Grandparents: Victor and Dorothy (Gliwski) Burdick of Connecticut. Three Sisters: Crystallena Frost of North Adams and his nephew Vladimir Draconis Martinez, Alysha Frost of Pennsylvania, Jamie Burdick of North Adams and pre-deceased by sister Julie Ann (Burdick) Shade of North Adams. Several aunts, uncles and cousins, including his uncle Daniel Johnson and aunt Candie Johnson. His "best friend cousin" Stephanie Johnson of North Adams. Also his aunt Sherry Johnson of North Adams. The family would like to thank everyone for the help and support they gave to Nickolas. FUNERAL NOTICE: Funeral Services will take place Thursday at 11 at the Flynn & Dagnoli-Montagna Home for Funerals, WEST CHAPELS, 521 West Main St. North Adams, MA. Burial will follow in Southview Cementery. Calling Hours at the funeral home are Thursday from 9 to 11 a.m. Memorial donations are suggested in him memory to the funeral home.
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Nick, you were one of my best friends. There are so many things I wish I could have said to you. I miss you so much but I know you are in a better place now. I will never forget you. You were the one that inspired me to live everyday of my life to the fullest. I miss you so much, Nick. Rest In Peace, Bud.
Brianna
February 13, 2012
Chris and James and family,please except our sincere sympathy of the passing of your son,in his short life he did touch a lot of hearts.....life has been hard for you but hopefully this will end the hardships,take care....Ken and family
Ken Fogerty
January 10, 2012
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
December 30, 2011
my prayer's go out to you and your family
jessica dewey
December 29, 2011
Nickolas, baby i love you so i could have never asked for a better brother yeah you made me mad sometime but thats what little brothers do you are my reason to raise my son to be like you and for me to be more like you no one will ever forget you
Mom, you are my reason to be a good mom you are my reason to be strong and brave you are an amazing woman i love you
Crystallena ("sissy" lena) Frost
December 29, 2011
christine I'm so sorry for ur loss UR AN AMAZING MOM u stayed by nicks side !!!! I wish I could of known niick more but the few times I did meet him he is a very happy child!!!! I love u!!! all! !
stacey whitney
December 29, 2011
MY thoughts and prayers go out to the family. For the few years i have known nick he was suck a great kid. "The angels have him wrapped in a warm blanket"
Tim Honsinger
December 29, 2011
You r a very brave boy and I've met u a few times wish I got to know u more but I've known ur mom since she and I were a little girl and ur family is awesome!!!! R.I.P u'll be missed very much!!! and never forgotten!!!
stacey whitney
December 29, 2011
THE BRAVEST PERSON I HAVE EVER KNOWN WAS MY SON...ANYBODY WHO EVER MET HIM KNEW HOW SPECIAL HE WAS.I ALWAYS WOULD SAY 5 MINS WITH HIM AND YOU WILL LUV HIM FOREVER... I WILL LOVE HIM FOREVER AND NEVER FORGET HIM... ALWAYS IN MY HEART & NEVER FORGOTTEN "IN LOVING MEMORY OF NICKOLAS MICHEAL ALLEN BURDICK"
MOMMIE
December 29, 2011
Nick was well loved by my family. He was to most bravest kid that i have ever met dealing with his illness. He never complained and lived his life everyday to the fullest. He is well loved and will be well missed. He touched the hearts believe it or not of my son sean and scott. He was pretty close to them while he was living with his grandparents along with his mom. I send all my love and my support to the family of nick. I love u guys .
kari poette
December 28, 2011
so very sorry for your loss my prayers go out to your family
Barbara LaVigne
December 25, 2011
I know thier are Angles waiting to take care of nick and guide him to his wings.I to have a son nick I lost last year that I saw as angle and have picture to prove.you can see them if you want.god bless and in my prays.laurie morgan
laurie morgan
December 23, 2011
Gods'Speed...We grieve and empty our Hearts to make room for all the memories to flow in to cherish always.....
Pam Goewey
December 22, 2011
May your memories bring you comfort at this difficult time
Brian Jarvis
December 22, 2011
I am so sorry to hear of your loss, I have also suffered the loss of a child, and know the pain that never gets easier. Please know your are in our thoughts and prayers. RIP Nick
Rob
December 22, 2011
I'm so sorry for your loss on this holiday season. My prayers are with you and yours.
Kathy Morrissette
December 22, 2011
Nick, we all miss you very much. I will think of you every time I see a Scooby Doo movie. I still have that Batman & Robin book you gave me. Thanks for giving your cousin a few great memories. I'll never forget you. Rest in peace bud.
Anthony Golfieri
December 22, 2011
No parent should have to bury their child. I am very sorry for your loss.
Jessica Mottor
December 21, 2011
Christine,Jim,Christina,Crystallena,Alysha, Jamie and Family,
I'm so sorry about Nick's passing my prayers and thoughts are with you. Keep the faith he's our guardian angel, and he'd want us to remember him as he was.
His Journey's Just Begun
Don't think of him as gone away-
his journey's just begun,
life holds so many facets-
this earth is only one. . .
Just think of him as resting
from the sorrows and the tears
in a place of warmth and comfort
where there are no days and years.
Think how he must be wishing
that we could know today
how nothing but our sadness
can really pass away.
And think of him as living
in the hearts of those he touched. . .
for nothing loved is ever lost-
and he was loved so much.
Please forgive me on not being there to hold each one of you to let you know tht you're loved,and missed.
Once again srry about your loss.
Love and miss everyone!!!
Roni
Veronica (Perras) Belsky
December 21, 2011
george,teri,christine, we are very sorry for your loss..may your memories keep you strong during this difficult time....god bless ....if you need anything please let us know....skip & jean vincent
skip vincent
December 21, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with the Burdick family.Nick will be missed by many but certaintly not forgotten!May he rest in peace as he is at peace with the lord.
Ostrander family
December 21, 2011
Nick your going to be dearly missed but we know that your not suffering anymore we will see you in heaven
Ashley Simmons
December 21, 2011
My heart goes out to Crystallena for being such a strong sister to Nick. She would often talk about him. Keep your head up, your a beautiful woman and very strong. All of us from Berkshire Nursing Families are here for you. Love Rosalie, Debbie, Becky and Celeste.
Rebecca Banister
December 21, 2011
So sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers during this sad time
December 21, 2011
I was Nick's Art Teacher for 3 years. He was a great kid and I have some great memories of him. I can't imagine the pain of losing a child. My thoughts and prayers are with you in this difficult time.
Sara Plante
December 21, 2011
Teresa,
We are so sorry to hear of your beautiful Grandson's passing. We will hold you & your loved ones in our thoughts & prayers. Our hearts go out to you.
Patty & Alan Alcombright
December 21, 2011
George, Teresa and family, My heart breaks for you all and my thoughts and prayers are with you and with Nick...his courage and his smile will never be forgotten. Maryanne Kufs
Maryanne Kufs
December 21, 2011
Nick was such a wonderful boy and I am very fortunate to have been able to know him and be his [3rd grade] math tutor at Brayton. He will always hold a special place in my heart, and within the hearts of everyone who knows him. I was also good friends with his sister Julie in high school. I know that when Nick arrived in Heaven, Julie was there waiting for him with open arms. I pray that Nick's family finds comfort in knowing that he is finally at peace. We're all here for you.
Nate and Julie Pichette
December 21, 2011
Jim,Vic,¨,and family members:Our hearts ache for all of you. Though Russ and I never met Nick,we've known his dad,Jim,since he was just a kid. There is nothing in this world so painful as loosing a child-this is not how it's supposed to go.We are sad and would like you to know we send our love and support.Nick is now wrapped in the arms of God who will take very good care of him. God Bless you all.
Russ & Donna Cmejla
December 21, 2011
I may have known Nick but he went to school with my daughters it was a pleasure to help raise money for your son..From a mother its hard to loose your child or have something happen to your child so my prayers are with you and your family..
Amanda
December 21, 2011
Even though we do not know Nick or his family,we are keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers. We lost our Mom Dec.7th 2011 with Cancer,and even though she suffered and we knew the day was coming that she would leave us to be with the Lord,you never want to accept it.It helps us get through the day knowing she suffers no more and is at peace with the Lord.Please accept our Deepest Condolences,,God Bless You All....
Raymond Family
December 21, 2011
our deepeest sympathy to you all. may god keep you and bless you in this time.
the lecroy family
December 21, 2011
To The Burdick Family- I will always remember what a joy it was to have Nick in the 21st Century After School at Brayton Elementary when he was in the early years of his education. Noella Carlow Site Coordinator of After School
Noella Carlow
December 21, 2011
Christine all I wanted to say is, as A mom my heart breaks for you,my deapest sympathy to you @ this time on loosing Nickolas.
Tammy Williams Sargent
December 21, 2011
Jim, Chris, Vic and Dot, Tammy, Mark, and all of Nick's family and loved ones, you're in our thoughts and prayers. Much love and sympathy to all from us.
- Amy and Alan
Amy Renaud-Mutart
December 21, 2011
Nick was my best friend and I think of the great times we had together. I will miss you
Devin Carter
December 21, 2011
We are honored to have known Nick and to have seen the strength and courage in him in his fight against cancer.What incredible courage for such a little boy. Our deepest condolences to the Johnson family on their loss.May memories of such a loving courageous child help to heal the hole in your hearts.
The Cook Family
December 21, 2011
I am honored to have met Nick this summer. My prayers are with all of you at this time...Many blessings.
Angela Duda
December 21, 2011
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998
teresa kanev
December 21, 2011
are thoughts and prayer are with u and your hole family.he will be missed by all
the hartman clan
December 21, 2011
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998
Sue & Dean Deschaine
December 21, 2011
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. Our deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
brenda perras
December 21, 2011
My very deepest sympathy on the loss of your beautiful son.
Joanne Brackett
December 21, 2011
Our sympathy goes beyond words for your family. I am sitting here right now smiling over some of the memories of Nick and Steph playing together. Nick will always be thought of fondly and missed dearly.
Tonya & Anthony Williams
December 21, 2011
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. Our deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
Dave & Paula Morgan
December 21, 2011
A stranger, I know, but I know what it is to lose a child. May God be with you all in this difficult time. Know that he is finally at peace. God Bless you all.
Eileen Maxfield
December 21, 2011
All who knew you, loved you. God speed Nick! You will be dearly missed.
Naureen Collins
December 21, 2011
Dear Victor and family, My deepest sympathy to you all. Now you have an angel in heaven in time for the birth of our LORD.
Lucille (St.Cyr) McLear
December 21, 2011
We love you Nick, we will keep you forever in our hearts.
December 21, 2011
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