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Frank Nicolosi Obituary
Born in Scranton, he was the son of the late Frank and Agnes Schiavo Nicolosi. He was a graduate of St. Patrick's High School, Scranton, and Millersville University. Before retirement, Frank was a 30-year science teacher and coach at Valley View High School, Archbald. While at Valley View, he coached multiple sports teams, including girls softball, girls basketball, boys baseball and boys basketball. While there, he lead the teams to many district championships and the 1996 Valley View boys basketball team to the state finals.
He had a positive influence on the many student athletes throughout his years of coaching. He played in multiple modified softball leagues throughout the area, and enjoyed golfing and bowling. He was an avid fisherman and a former eagle scout. He was a member of the Roman Catholic faith.
Frank was a loving husband, father and friend who will be sadly missed.
The family wishes to thank Dr. Richard Emanuleson, the staff of the Hematology and Oncology Association of NEPA and the staff of the Northeast Nephrology Association for the compassionate care given to Frank.
Also surviving are his two sons, Frank and James, Peckville; aunts, uncles, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, mother-in-law, father-in-law, nieces and nephews.
The funeral will be Thursday at 9:30 a.m. from the Louis V. Ciuccio Funeral Home, 145 Moosic Road, Old Forge, followed by a 10 a.m. Mass at the Prince of Peace Parish, West Grace Street, Old Forge. Interment, Old Forge Cemetery.
Relatives and friends may call Wednesday from 5 to 8 p.m.
Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society at www.cancer.org or the Griffin Pond Animal Shelter, 967 Griffin Pond Road, Clarks Summit, PA 18411.
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Memories and Condolences
for Frank Nicolosi
Gloria Yencho
July 23, 2019
Best science teacher I ever had may you R.I.P.
August 13, 2014
RIP Mr. Nic. No way they are hitting that curveball up in heaven.
Dennis O'Hearn
July 31, 2014
To the entire Nicolosi family:
Please accept my sincerest condolences on the passing of your beloved Frank. I attended St Ann's grade school and Keystone College with Frank as well as becoming Eagle scouts together. He was a very witty and compassionate man.
Please know that his spirit will be with you forever.
William O'Hearn
July 31, 2014
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Joe Pivovarnik
July 31, 2014
Please accept my most heartfelt sympathies..
Steve Warhola
July 31, 2014
I will really miss Mr Nic. Had him as a teacher at VV and was our teener league coach back in the late 70's. I'll never forget riding around in that Ghia he had listening to "Nobody's fault but mine" on 8 track over and over again. A great mentor and friend. He made a lasting impression on me. RIP Mr Nic.
Bob Munley
July 31, 2014
Frank coached my wife in high school and my son in little league. I never saw him without a smile on his face. He was a wonderful human being and an irreplaceable asset to our community. I am a better person for having known him. Rest in peace.
Mark Chichak
July 31, 2014
Mr. Nicolosi was a great teacher and a wonderful example to his students. I am proud to say he taught me a lot about life. God bless him, and my deepest condolences to his family
Mark Chichak
Kim (Pambianco) Korjeski
July 30, 2014
Dear Kim & Family,
I can't begin to tell you how heartbroken I was when I heard about the passing of Frank, who will always be known to me as Mr. Nick. He was truly my favorite high school teacher. He made learning and going to class fun. He was the type teacher that when you walked into his class and saw you were having a sub you were bummed he wasn't there. The thing I will always remember about Mr. Nick was everyday before class started...(I had him when we had half days because all the schools burned down), we would all go to Ham's store on Academy Street for penny candy. I would walk to my seat, the very last seat in the back and from the front of the classroom Mr. Nick would yell...Pambianco, what kind of gum do you have in that bag. He would either walk back and rummage through the bag and see what else looked good or he would have me throw a piece of gum to him in the front of the classroom. This happened everyday and we would just laugh and kid around until it was time to get serious and start learning about science. I may not have seen him in years but whenever I heard his name, it's those memories that would be the first to come to mind, and they are memories of him I will always cherish. He was an amazing teacher and a very special man. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your boys during this very difficult time.
RIP MR. NICK.
Mary
July 30, 2014
"To live in hearts we leave behind Is not to die." ~Thomas Campbell
Much sympathy. He is at peace. I have many fond and funny memories of his classes. He was a wonderful teacher.
tracy
July 30, 2014
Hands down the best teacher of all times ... you will be missed
Prayers for the family
Tom Grega
July 30, 2014
Kim, I'm very sorry for your loss. You have my prayers and condolences.
Mike Lewczuk
July 30, 2014
I can still hear that legendary laugh 20 years later. R.I.P. COACH!
tom zeke
July 30, 2014
It was an honor and pleasure to be friends and fellow educator with Frank(Mr.Nick).Memories are forever and they will always be cherished by me. Love always,Tom (Mr.Zeke) RIP my friend.
Colleen Heid
July 30, 2014
So sorry. He will b missed. Mr Nick
July 30, 2014
The world has lost yet another truly great man who was a people person and very well suited for teaching/coaching. You will be sorely missed, Mr. Nick. - Mark Hoban, class of '85
Dan Rought
July 30, 2014
He was a great guy very good teacher. His class sometimes was like going to a comedy club. Something made me think of him last week. Thoughts and prayers to his family.
Melissa Alunni
July 30, 2014
Mr. Nic was such a fun and great teacher and coach in every way. My husband and I have the fondest of memories having been a part of that special basketball team with him in 1996 and again in 1997 ! We are so sorry for your loss and will always remember such a great man from our high school years . With sympathy, Melissa and John Alunni
Bubba Tolerico
July 29, 2014
I am truly saddened to hear of the passing of one of the Greatest influences in my, and im sure, many others lives. Mr Nick was as good a teacher, role model, mentor, human being as ull fine on this planet.I say this with a heavy heart to Kim and the kids, and rest of Mr.Nicks family, the good lord, for whatever reason took a GREAT ONE, to watch down on those who remain, and protect. Rest Easy Nick, keep em swingin for the fences up there as well.
Heather Mazur
July 29, 2014
You were a nice man and was honored to have been taught by you
Lynell WIlcha
July 29, 2014
Mr. Nicolosi was the "best" teacher I had at Valley View High School. And he always covered for me with my other projects! Funny, encouraging, full of useful information and as kind as a man could be. Rest peacefully Frank and I hope you have your instruction book with you!
lorraine carey willis
July 29, 2014
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Rose Levis (Katapski)
July 29, 2014
Mr. Nic was one of the best of VV! He will always be remembered. Deepest sympathy to his family and friends.
Robert Blair
July 29, 2014
Mr. Nic, on behalf of the Valley View Class of '89, it's always an honor to know the man who taught a lot of us. thanks for the memories.
John B
July 29, 2014
First years of new hs; Nic, Pettigrew, Histead, Perez, Suvock, Walsh, Para, all these guys, the new generation of educators, who got the respect we gave our brothers, and never gave us reason to fear. Goodbye Mr Nicolosi
Fraser Donlan Jr
July 29, 2014
I will truly miss a good friend R.I.P. Frank
Gloria Yencho
July 29, 2014
You will be sadly missed u were a great teacher my prayers go out to the family may u rest im peace
Christine
July 29, 2014
My sympathies to Mr. Nic's entire family. He had a great sense of humor and way with connecting with his students. So sorry for your loss.
Jacky Dubee Ingram
July 29, 2014
Kim and family, so sorry for your loss. As you know Frank (Mr Nic) was my favorite teacher of all time and a great coach to have playing softball. Prayers go out to all of your family. He will be dearly missed by all. Until we meet again Nic.....Love to all
Bob Yarnchak
July 29, 2014
I knew Frank in the early 1970's. A very good man.
William Burger
July 29, 2014
Mr. Nick taught me in school 20 years ago, but because of his methods and true passion I have never stopped learning, I've always thought of him often over the years. My deepest sympathies go out to his family.
Diane Helyne Zyats
July 29, 2014
By love he will be remembered and in memory he will live - may your family find peace in your memories. Mr. Nic was one of the best teachers at VVHS - he made science fun which made it easy to learn.
July 29, 2014
Dear kim and family,
We are so sorry about the passing of Frank. Please know that you are all in our thoughts and prayers..Ernie,Kathy,Corey and Kyle Cicilioni..if you need anything please call..
Stacey Miller
July 29, 2014
Mr. Nick was a wonderful man and a great teacher. Deepest sympathy to his family....
Maggie Ferraro
July 29, 2014
To Kim, Frank, James and the entire Nicolosi and Fioretti families: I am so sorry for your loss. I offer my deepest condolences to all of you. Frank Nicolosi had the gift of making everyone feel important. I loved his distinct laugh and his amazing sense of humor. He was so very intelligent and an unforgettable colleague. Prayers to all of you as you find comfort and peace in the days ahead.
July 29, 2014
Our Sincerest sympathy and condolences go out to the family of Mr. Nicolosi. He was a very caring and influential part of our Children's lives. He will be sadly missed by our community.
Sincerely,
The Matichak Family
bob iyoob
July 29, 2014
I'm very sorry for your loss. He was a good person and one my favorite teachers. I absolutely loved how he always made his class interesting by adding his personal humor. He will be missed.
Chris Kurilla
July 29, 2014
R.I.P Mr. Nick, one of the greatest teachers I knew.
July 29, 2014
One of the best teachers at Valley View. We all remember that 1st Earth Day you celebrated with the science class. On behalf of the VV class of 1975, our deepest sympathy.
July 29, 2014
Our sincere condolences to the Nicolosi family: Tom Schiavo, Jr., Rick and Sherry Schiavo
Teri Swoyer-Miller
July 29, 2014
A great coach and teacher! I remember when playing VV softball for him, he had a tradition of wearing the same jeans, unwashed, to every game. Valley View was lucky to have him!
Tom & Diana Murphy
July 29, 2014
May your family find peace with many memories. We send our prayers and sympathy.
jeff class of 87
July 29, 2014
Rip mr. Nick. You were one of a kind
TONY CALI
July 29, 2014
Sorry for your loss. I was a good friend
of Frank's father and mother from the print shop. Sincere sympathy
Kim Zerechak
July 29, 2014
Thank you Mr. Nick for always making learning fun! You will always be one of my favorite teachers. We will miss you!
Patricia Vinciguerra
July 29, 2014
One of the kindest and most compassionate colleaugues that I had the pleasure to meet at Valley View High School. Will never forget him.
Thoughts and Prayers sent to his family.
Michele Vinciguerra
July 29, 2014
One of Valley Views Finest Teachers and Coaches!
Deepest Sympathy to the Family of Mr. Nicolosi
S Donrovich
July 29, 2014
An amazing teacher and coach who will be dearly missed. RIP Coach Nick
Bridget
July 29, 2014
Prayers for Kim, Frank, and Jim during this time. Mr. Nic was a great teacher and coach. He will be missed by all who know him!
T Schott
July 29, 2014
Couldn't ask for a better coach. Always sharp and always ready to make you smile. You'll be sorely missed.
Niki Dunleavy
July 29, 2014
Mr. Nick, can't thank you enough for having faith in me and my pitching career..and remember I was the first wind mill pitcher at VV!! You will be missed my friend. RIP
R Gilroy
July 29, 2014
Truly a pleasure to be around, always had a fantastic outlook and positive attitude. Rest in peace Coach, you will be missed.
Phil Bosha
July 29, 2014
Frank and I played against each other in modified softball. He was a great pitcher and an even better person. God Bless.
Carrie Kolosinsky
July 29, 2014
Mr. Nick, you were an amazing teacher! You treated us as young adults, not children! You let us make our own decisions, even if they weren't the right ones. Its very rare that a teacher has such an impact on so many students. We are all better off for knowing you. To a wonderful man, teacher, coach, and friend, you leave behind an incredible legacy. The cougars love you! May God bless your family and friends.
Jerry Paparella
July 29, 2014
loved him as a teacher and then as a friend. RIP Frank
Wendy Trigg (bednash)
July 29, 2014
I am so sad to see the passing of Mr Nicolosi.. May you all find peace and comfort at this difficult time . RIP MR Nic.. .you will truely be missed!
July 29, 2014
Nick, you will be remembered,as a great coach, great teacher,but a better friend to all you touched with your laugh and smile. Missing you.
james walsh
July 29, 2014
A great teacher and coach. He was one fine man the great Mr. Nick
Sherry Jenkins
July 29, 2014
You were an amazing teacher, always were there to help me when I needed help in your class and to cheer me up when I was down. Will miss you so much~ <3Prayers to your family. RIP Mr.Nick!
July 29, 2014
The greatest baseball coach Lackawanna College ever had. In 1974 he worked us into Mid Atlantic Champions. Not only a great coach but an inspiration for everyone who knew him.
Dave Korczakowski
kim davis
July 29, 2014
Mr nick was a great teacher who inspired many students. You will never be forgotten
Rigo Vangarelli
July 29, 2014
Kim, Frankie and Jamie:
I am so sorry for your loss. Frank (Mr. Nick) was loved by many and will be missed. You are all in my prayers during this very difficult time. We Love you all.
Jason Iyoob
July 29, 2014
RIP Coach
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