Nikolas A. Tine

Nikolas A. Tine

Nikolas Tine Obituary

Published by Duksa Family Funeral Homes at Newington Memorial on Jul. 9, 2006.
Nikolas Anthony 'Nick' Tine, 21, of Newington, died on Sunday, July 9, 2006 as a result of injuries sustained in a motorcycle accident. He was the beloved son of Louis J. and Merily Behm Tine, of Newington. Born in Hartford, Nick was a life long Newington resident and graduated from Newington High School, where he was a member of the Newington High Ars Musica. He was a member of Church of the Holy Spirit, where he also served as a lector. Nick was employed by Pep Boys in Berlin. His passions were singing, playing his guitar, composing music and he played frequently at the Webster Underground, Hartford. Besides his parents, he leaves his sister, Kyra A. Tine, of Newington; his paternal grandfather, Ralph D. Tine, Sr., of Newington; maternal grandmother, Phyllis Behm, of Englewood, FL; several aunts, uncles and cousins. He was pre-deceased by his grandfather, James Behm and grandmother, Viola Tine. Nick also leaves behind 'Dan and the gang' who in addition to being the best friends anyone could have, consistently provided him with an inspiration for his music. His funeral service will be held Wednesday, 9:00 a.m. from the Newington Memorial Funeral Home, 20 Bonair Ave., Newington, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial, 10:00 a.m. at Church of the Holy Spirit, Newington. Burial will be in West Meadow Cemetery, Newington. Relatives and friends are invited to call TODAY from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m. at Newington Memorial. Memorial donations may be made in Nick's memory to the Newington High School Music Dept., 605 Willard Ave., Newington, CT 06111. To share a memory with the family, please visit us at www.newingtonmemorial.com.

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Mom

December 25, 2011

Merry Christmas Nick. I heard your voice in church this morning - so many wonderful memories. I know you were there with me. It still seems like yesterday when my heart was broken beyond repair. Kiss Kim for me. I love you baby boy...always and forever.

Mom

December 25, 2009

Merry Christmas baby boy. I miss you so much it hurts my heart. Your humor - your smile and that amazing voice. I know you're singing for the angels and looking over your beautiful Kim. If I had one more day with you, I'd hold you and never let go. If I close my eyes very tight, I can see you laughing - what a wonderful memory for me.

I'll eat a few extra cinnamon rolls for you after we open gifts.

Sleep well - I love you.

Mom

Cornelius Uliano

July 9, 2009

Nick,

We grew up together. We did not hang out a lot outside of school but I always felt you were a truly remarkable person. You had a great personality, you were funny, and you had a remarkable voice. It hurt me very much when I heard about your loss three years ago. I was in California when I heard and I felt much further away. Tonight, im in Newington, and I'm thinking about you on this day. I just listened to one of your songs and I wish I could tell you how great it was. Keep singing for all the angels.

July 9, 2009

How can it be 3 years? Sometimes I still think you're going to come in the door and come NOISILY up the stairs... Oh God Nick, the pain is so unbearable. How could this have happened!! My heart aches so much, I don't even know what normal feels like. I can't wait until the day we meet again. I love you and miss you more than words can EVER describe.

Rest well my darling boy....

Mom

June 22, 2009

Happy Birthday baby boy. I never made you a cake on your last birthday but I made you one today. I know it's not the same but it made me feel a little better. I miss you so much that sometimes I just can't breathe.

I finally got the courage to watch the childhood video's. You and Kyra both made me smile and be joyful at all the fun things we did when you were both young. We had some GREAT vacations and I will cherish those memories forever.

I would give my own life to hold you and tell you how much I love you but for now, that will have to wait until that wonderful day when we meet again.

I hope you're keeping everyone entertained with that amazing wit and that joyous voice. You will always and forever be my 'big man', 'and my 'Valentine'.

I love you,
Mom

June 20, 2009

NICK'S BIRTHDAY IS ONLY AFEW DAYS AWAY AND MY THOUGHTS HAVE BEEN FLOODING OF HIM. MY HEART IS HEAVY AND YOU KNOW THAT LUMP YOU GET IN YOUR THROAT! NEVER A DAY GOES BY WHEN I DON'T THINK OF HIM ATLEAST ONCE. I WAS SO HAPPY TO BE VISITING HIS GRANDFATHER AND NICK WALKED IN. WE HADEN'T SEEN EACH OTHER IN AFEW YEARS WE SAT AT THE BIG WOODEN KITCHEN TABLE AND LAUGHED, CRIED AND TALKED FOR HOURS. THINGS ARE MEANT TO BE AND SEEING HIM AT THAT TIME WAS ONE OF THEM. HAPPY BIRTHDAY MY HANDSOME BOY...I'LL ALWAYS BE YOUR AUNT RUBY

Wil

July 29, 2008

It's been over two years now, nick. And i still toast to you at every event. I hope you hear it up there. Love you, man. I'm still and always will be thinking of you.

Nicole Hermann

July 28, 2008

Up until now I couldn't bring myself to acknowledge that it has been 2 years since I last saw your smiling face. I miss you every day and listen to your music at least once a day, sometimes more. There have been so many things going on in my life that I would have loved to have you help me with. We 'Hermann's' talk about you constantly and miss you very much. I know you are looking down on me, Nick, and I love you very much.
All my love always,
Nikki

June 22, 2008

Happy Birthday Nick,

Might not be your first choice but once again, we are celebrating your day with music! Dad, Ky & I are headed into NYC to see 'A Chorus Line'. The important thing is we'll be together and we'll be celebrating YOU and your love for music.

I miss you bad baby boy. I will always love you. I know you're taking good care of Kim - kiss her for me.

Happy Birthday Sweetheart.
Love,
Mom

Kyra

June 3, 2008

i love you..thats it...thats all i want you to know. i love you so much and not a day goes by where I'm not thinking about you and the pain that stabs at my heart every time is the worst. i love you so so much and all i want to do is see you one last time. have one last conversation with you and hear your annoying voice. i would give everything up to have that, honestly i would. you were such a great brother and i never told you. how unfair that you were taken in such a way that proper goodbyes never took place. all i want is my big brother to come in the house slamming the door and not even realizing, or playing the piano while someone's trying to watch TV downstairs, but not caring because all you wanted to hear was the music you made. i want it all back nick i want you back to hug and to see in the physical. i love you forever and a day.

ROBERT CARLSON

March 29, 2008

NICK EVERY DAY THAT PASSES YOU ARE MISSED MORE AND MORE I STILL REMEMBER OUR SIX FLAGGS ADVENTURE WITH YOU ME KATE AND CORRIE THAT WAS A BLAST REMEMBER YOU TOLD ME YOU TALK ABOUT MY TATTOO TO EVERYONE HOW SICK IT WAS AND ALL WELL MAN I WILL NEVER FORGET THE TIMES WE SPENT TOGETHER ALL THE ADVENTURE WE ARE MISSING OUT ON.

Jen Beckwith (Tine)

March 4, 2008

I was thinking about you today. I know we didn't spend as much time together as family should, but I do miss you!! I'll be down soon to visit you> With all my love, Jenny

Mom

December 25, 2007

Merry Christmas Honey.
It is so hard to believe that this is our 2nd Christmas without you. I would give anything in the world to see you open your gifts and make us laugh. Although your sister does a pretty good job at that. I love that you both have that amazing wit. Dad is having a rough time this year. I wish there were some magical words I could say to take away the pain from each of us. But of course, there aren't any.

I miss you more than words can define. God took you from us way too soon - I wasn't done loving you so I'll continue to send you my love in spirit...I can only pray that you can feel it and it covers you in warmth.

I'll be there with you one day to hold you in my arms once more.

I love you baby boy...Merry Christmas

key

December 21, 2007

Nick, I'm sitting at work listening to my ipod, and your song just came on.. Now I can't stop thinking about you. So many thoughts are running through my mind. I wish I could tell you how much I miss you, and how much you have impacted my life. I'm always thinking of you.

Kelli Orzech

June 22, 2007

Nick, honey. I can't believe you would have been twenty two today. I'm sitting here crying my eyes out trying to find the words to say to you. I just wish I could really see you, and tell you how much I love and miss you. Not a day goes by that I don't think about you, and I know you are watching down on me. I get my tattoo finished monday. Number two in your memory. Some people call me crazy bur I think it keeps me sane. I just needed to say happy birthday though. I love you to pieces and may you be singing with the angels.

Mom

June 22, 2007

Happy Birthday Honey!

We planted flowers for you today. Dina and Kimmy got tattoo's today for you! And Meredith called too to tell me she got one about a month ago! Nick, your friends continue to be anazing! Dan and the gang are going to the block party where you all went last year on your 21st!

Dad, Ky, Meaghan and I are going to see Reba McIntire at the casino, I know...country music..BUT, it's music nonetheless and I know you'd be happy thats the way we're celebrating.

I miss you so much baby boy. My heart is always very heavy thinking of all the things we're missing. I DO try to remind myself about all the wonderful things you gave to us and to this earth. I hope someday those thoughts will override my mourning.

I love you!

June 22, 2007

Happy Birthday Nick. Love you.

Mom

December 25, 2006

Here it is Christmas Day and as always, I'm missing you more than words can describe. You won't be here to make the cinnamon buns so we'll need to get Ky to do it. (Yeah, I know, good luck with that!) We're going to go to the Cocolla's tonight and spend some time with all your friends. They're amazing Nick! Maybe that was part of your plan - to help us understand what you'd always told us - you're friends are great. Merry Christmas baby boy. I love you...

Nicole Hermann

December 18, 2006

Not a day goes by that I don't think of Nick and our friendship. I have many regrets about the past few years, but I know that Nick and I had a very special relationship and I know that he knows I always loved him. Someday, we will meet again and things will be like nothing ever changed. I love you, Lou, Mer, and Ky. Mer, I will bring over a bottle of wine and we can catch up (now that I am 21). I love you, Nick.

November 3, 2006

I miss you so much..I will never forgett the last time i saw you and the big hug you gave me..Going to your funural messed me up to see such a wonderfull vibrant kind soul being taken away so early made me change the way i was living..live ya nick i know you are watching all over your family friends and those who knew you

Jen Morin

October 9, 2006

It's already October and there isn't a day that goes by that I don't think about you, Nick, and the family! I just can't believe it's been this long. I miss you Nick! Well, I love you, Kyra, Merily and Lou..you guys were like family to me! Keep your head up, he's smiling down on us making sure all is well! God Bless!

Donny Linhard

September 13, 2006

Man oh man im sooo sorry, I just found this by accident. I went to camp with Nick for a long time. We were good friends in camp.. Sucks im never going to see Singerdude22 online again.... Everything happens for a reason. I'm sorry for your loss

MaryEllen Wallace

August 22, 2006

It has been sometime now that Nick has been gone from this earth...but everyday I say a prayer to him, I think of him, and I remember what a remarkable person he always will be. We all miss Nick so much. When God is ready for me I embrace the moment in which I will be reunited with Nick and so many other loved ones I have lost before me.

Marques Ruff

August 10, 2006

To the Family of Nick:

I would like to express my most sincere condolensces to you and the rest of your family. Having just heard of the news I am most devasted and shocked. Although I only knew Nick for a short period of time he truly served as an amazing inspiration. His charasmatic personality, combined with his drive and desire to persue excellence was out of this world. I will miss him terribly however, I rest assured that the God that I know and love is now cradling Nick in the palm of His hand, shielding him from all pain, and earthly harm. Again, my condolensces to the family. God Bless.



"For in the time of trouble He shall hide me in His pavillion: in the secret of His tabernacle shall he hide me; He shall set me upon a rock." Psalm 27:5

Ashleigh Holt

August 9, 2006

I just found out about Nick today. I'm so very sorry for your loss. Nick was one of the most amazing people i have ever met, and i am so grateful to have known him- even though it was only for a short time. He was always willing to go out of his way for others and give everything he had, even though at times he had little himself. I will miss him so much and i hope to keep his great love of life with me at all times.

Mrs. Tine- im not sure if you remember me, but i met you at one of Nick's shows in May. It was very nice to have met you and i wish you all the best.

Joyce and Bill Knarr

August 8, 2006

Mer... We were at Nicholas's christening with our own newborn Katherine and to hear this sad news is particularly poignant for us. I can't begin to express our sorrow for you and Louie and Kyra and all of those friends and family who are grieving now... other than to say how *terribly* sorry we are for your tragic loss.

Kevin Wholey

August 2, 2006

Merily - I just learned of the loss of your son, Nikolas, today. I am so sorry. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Rob K

July 28, 2006

Nick was one person who I did not know very well or very long.. but has left a lasting impression on me... what a great kid... sorry for your loss.

Leslie Rand

July 21, 2006

Merily & Family:



I am so sorry for your loss and can only hope that the memories of your son will hold you all together and make you strong.My thoughts are with you.

Ruby-violet and family and Noelle and family,Ruby Lou

July 20, 2006

Thinking of you Merily, louie and Kyra. Nikolas has been on our minds every day. We wish we could be there to help in some way. Your in our thoughts and prayers.

Travis Stevens

July 18, 2006

Mr. and Mrs. Tine and Kyra,



I'm so sorry to hear the news of Nick's passing. We are away on vacation when I recieved Kyra's message. I am so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts are with you and your family!

Sue Mancino

July 18, 2006

Merily and Family-



My heart aches for your loss and I cannot imagine the pain you are all going through right now. My prayers are with you all.

Jim Breen

July 17, 2006

Merily,



I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts are with you.

Hilary Estey

July 16, 2006

Merily, Lou, & Kyra,



I'm sorry I was not able to join Wayne at Nick's wake. I have such fond memories of the PAC days and those sweet, wonderful boys. John is really shaken, as we all are - and our prayers are with you.

Don & Laura Giantonio

July 16, 2006

Merily, Lou, & Kyra

Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Don & Laura Giantonio

Jaclyn Farnham

July 16, 2006

To the Tine Family - I just met Nick a couple of months ago when he started DJing in Plainville. We shared a passion for music, and I liked him immediately. Nick could establish a rapport with anyone of any age - he liked people, and he loved entertaining them. We remembered each other from Champlin's, and I was looking forward to getting to know this kid who was a real spark of light. God made music a universal language and Nick was his messenger here on Earth. He is singing with the angels, and although we are all saddened that he is not here with us, Nick is in his full element now, probably leading the choir - God needed him. To his family - Thank you for giving us Nick! Please know that he touched and inspired many people and that his lust for life, his light, will never end, and will never be forgotten. As a mother, my heart aches for you, and I will pray that God, with Nick at his side, can help you deal with the pain and loss.

Cliff Giantonio

July 15, 2006

Our deepest sympathies to Merily and her family. We cannot phathom your loss. God bless you.

Phyllis Behm

July 15, 2006

Nick, when you were a little guy, we had many good times together and with your Great Grandma. The two of you sitting on the stairs talking after your nap--you always insisted on kisses after the chat. Just one of many fine memories.

Sleep warm, Grandson, you are always in my heart.

Carol DesJardins-Frank

July 14, 2006

Merily and family,



My heart truly goes out to all of you. Your loss is just so unimaginable that there are no words to comfort you. I hope that you will in time find some peace and solace.

Marie Tine

July 14, 2006

Dearest Louie, Merily and Kyra,

Words cannot express my sympathy and sorrow to all of you. All my prayers and thoughts are with you during this most difficult time. I am sorry I could not be there. I will always treasure the memories of Spaghetti Nights at Uncle Ralph's when the kids were little and how many good times we had. Nikolas was always making us laugh. He will be greatly missed.

All my love to the Tine Family,

Krystal Frazao

July 14, 2006

To the Tine Family:

My prayers and thoughts are with you at this time. I graduated with Nick and while I never had the chance to become close to him I know that he was always one that was held in high regard and was very kind and gracious to many.

Iwona Stepak

July 13, 2006

My heart breaks for your family's loss. Words honestly cannot express the pain we all have felt. In these dark moments it is the memories that keep us going. It was an honor to be Nick's friend.



Nick, I'll never forget you. You'll forever be in my heart, I know one day we'll meet again. Know that I will always love you...

Elta-Jeanne Leonard

July 13, 2006

Dear Merily and family,

I am so sorry for your unimaginable loss. May memories of your dear son and brother comfort you, and the love you share as a family sustain you through your grief. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.

Gary and Giulia Bouchard

July 13, 2006

Dear Merily, Lou and Kyra,

Gary and I can not begin to tell you how our hearts are breaking for all of you. Nick will always be a special young man to us. We keep thinking about all the good times we had on your boat when the kids were little. You know that Gary and I will always be there for you. We know that Nick is watching over you from heaven, and he will give you the strength to get you through all your heartbreaks. Merily just keep that little gold box next to you and you know that Nick is always with you.

We love you all very much!!

Gary and Giulia

Kyra Tine

July 13, 2006

To my brother,

I know that you weren't here with us for very long, but the time that you were here was time well spent. You put a smile on so many peoples faces and are the definition of living life to the fullest each day. I know that we had our differences, many of times, but I always respected you and will miss you more and more everyday that goes by. I will forever hold the memories of us in my heart and look foward to seeing you one day. Watch over mom and dad, I will do my best to try, but you were always better at that kind of thing. I also wanted to let you know that you have INCREDABLE friends Nick who would do ANYTHING for you, just as you had done for them. I know we took you for granted sometimes but you've opened our eyes tremendously. I love you so much Nick and I know that you are my guardian angel and that makes me feel so safe and warm inside. I love you, and goodnite, sleep tight..for now =)

-Kyra-

melissa sama

July 12, 2006

My deepest sympathies are with the family in this time of great sorrow.. I only worked with nick for a little while at pep boys, but he never failed to bring a smile to everyones face! lots of my friends knew him better than i in high school-- on their behalf-- rest in peace.. till we all meet again-

Lisa Lentini

July 12, 2006

My deepest sympathy to all of you, I knew Nick personally, went to school with him, and enjoyed his company. I can't tell you how shocked I was to recieve the news. He will never be forgotten.

Lisa Lentini

July 12, 2006

My deepest sympathy to all of you, I myspace knew Nick personally, went to school with him, and enjoyed his company. I can't tell you how shocked I was to recieve the news. He will never be forgotten.

Ana

July 12, 2006

Nick, i still can't believe your gone, when i hear the news i didn't want to believe it and all i did was cry. So many memories from NHS. You are truly going to be missed. To Nick's Family, my deepest condolences go out to you. Nick was one of a kind and we'll be truly missed.

Zack Rulli,

July 12, 2006

Lou, Merily, & Kyra,

We will forever remember Nick as fun loving and full of energy. Our fondest memories of Nick are at Zack's birthday parties (water guns and bowling Nick's way are favorite memories), their Wallace Washington trip room stories, and watching Nick sing the National Anthem at the Rockcats. He will forever live on in our hearts and memories. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. With sincere sympathy, Zack, DJ, Don & Donna-Lee

Shawn Bryant

July 12, 2006

Nick and I really bonded on one guitar song that always seemed to get us going "Secret Agent Man", I'll miss him. I stll can't believe that he is gone. R.I.P. Nick, your spirit will live on in us forever.



Deepest regrets,

Tiffany Deese

July 12, 2006

Merily and family:

My heart breaks for your family's loss. Words cannot express how saddened I am for y'all. My family lost a 21-yr old son a couple of years ago and the pain was indescribable. I am so sorry and please know that y'all are in my thoughts and prayers.

Amanda Conard

July 12, 2006

Merily, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

Lucy Morin

July 12, 2006

Merily, I am so sorry for your loss. I cannot imagine the pain of losing a child and my heart and prayers go out to you and your family.

Diane Wilson

July 12, 2006

My thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this difficult time.

Marianna Rizzo

July 12, 2006

Merily, Lou and Kyra,

I am so very sorry for your loss. My heartfelt sympathy to you, Uncle Ralph and the family. The memory and spirit of Nikolas will always be in your hearts and he will be another gardian angel looking over all of you and protecting you and helping you through this difficult time and forever after. My deepest sympathy.

Jodi Morin

July 12, 2006

Lou, Merily and Kyra: I've been sitting here in front of the computer for 2 days now trying to write something and I haven't been able to. What the heck do you say to people actually going through the thing you dread the most yourself?!?!?!? So, instead, I've been reading all the beautiful things everyone is saying about Nikolas. Now I can say, take pride and comfort in the fact that you (Lou and Merily) raised a wonderful, succesful, caring young man. And although his life was cut short, he has left an ever-lasting, positive, joyous mark on hundreds of people. And Kyra, you sweet thing that I've known since you were knee-high on me, it has always been so evident to me how close your family is. Stay that way! Take care, be safe and God bless all of you! Love,

Maggie Medina

July 12, 2006

We offer you our simpathy, We pray that you find strength & comfort at this time and in the days ahead...I didn't knew Nick like that. I met him when i started working at pepboys. He was a beautiful person very outgoing.. Not knowing me like that he trusted me in telling me all about him. I only knew him for 4mo. in those 4 month I truelly admired him.I will never forget how he begged me to ask customer for a cigarette bad. He was having that desire of having it. I finally got him the cigarrette then he come down after that like he saw glory....(lol).. I will missed him dearly.. Nick I personally did not knew you.But you had touch my heart for only those four month.. god bless your family.. Now It's all good memories. I will never forget u buddy..

Zarouhi Khachoyan

July 12, 2006

Merily and family: My very deepest sympathy to you and your family. I didn't hear of your loss until the morning of July 12th - I would have wanted to see you and your family personally to reach out to comfort you during your pain. Merily - I know you love your family and there is NOTHING more painful than losing a child. From what I've heard of Nick, I understand that he was a guy who just loved life, music and laughter. For whatever reason, it seems like it was time for him to go Home - maybe to help out The Big Guy. No consolation but he had love in his life and there's nothing more precious than that.



God Bless you, Merily and my love and thoughts are with you.



Zarouhi Khachoyan

Lisa Ciccaglione

July 12, 2006

Merily and Louie,

We want to send our deepest sympathy to you and Kyra. There is no greater loss. I wish I could be there for you. Love always Lisa

jan gurdjian

July 11, 2006

MERILY...I am Kali Jones' Mother. I wish I could be there with you both tonite, my heart breaks for the pain you are feeling, I want to help down the road in anyway I can...call Kali or call me...we will be there for you.,,anytime/where. Just call :)

Kristina Howe

July 11, 2006

Although you are in a better place right now, we will continue to miss you here on earth! I will see you one day again Nikolas and just remember that you will live in my heart forever.



Prayers to your family everyday!

Heather Cirigliano (Dzamba)

July 11, 2006

My deepest condolences go out to Nick's family and closest friends. I was in concert choir with Nick at NHS for some years. He always used to keep us entertained during a break in class. He was a great person and caring friend. He will be greatly missed but never forgotten.

Ted & Dolores May

July 11, 2006

To the Tine family - We are very sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Love, Teddy and Dolores

David Milardo

July 11, 2006

Lou, Merily, and Kyra...I will always remember Nick as a dedicated and gifted musician, a kind and considerate person who was a friend to all, and a devoted son and brother. I can still see him performing the opening song "Dancing in the Streets" on the Wallace stage for Showchoir'98, and the time he sang "Butterfly Kisses" at the talent show that same year, which he dedicated to you, Merily. It was a touching moment that I will never forget. Everyone at Wallace loved Nick and we are all saddened by his loss. Our prayers are with all of you.



Dave Milardo

Cindy Bridges

July 11, 2006

Merily, Lou & Kyra -

Words can not express feelings in a time like this. The loving memories will help get you through the tough times. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Cindy and Andy Bridges

Donna Dee

July 11, 2006

Louie & Merily,

Just wanted you to know that our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

"God only cries,

for those who live!"

Much love

Reinhard Walker

July 11, 2006

Merily and Family,

There are no words to ease your pain. Just know that our thoughts are with you.



Take Care,

Reinhard

cynthia crelan

July 11, 2006

To the Tine family i worked with Nick at IHOP rest. He was a great guy with a big heart and a love for everything. We will all miss him.

Pat DuBois

July 11, 2006

Merliy,

My deepest sympathy in this very difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Shawn Bald

July 11, 2006

To Nick's family and friends:



As one of Nick's co-workers at Pepboys, I always enjoyed his sense of humor. He made work fun, and everyone there will miss him greatly. My favorite memory of Nick would be the time he brought his guitar to work, and treated all of us to a mini rock concert. I was quite impressed with his talent and passion for music.



Very sorry for your loss,

Joanne a Newington mom

July 11, 2006

To the Tine Family,

I am very sorry to learn of the loss of you son. I met Nick when he played baseball with P.A.C. many years ago. Nick touched my heart with all his positive energy. I often referred to him as the cheerleader on the team because of his great personality. I just want to share something that help me, when I lost someone dear to my heart. Whenever you are thinking of Nick, it is not you grieving his loss or missing him, but instead it is Nick coming to you, to let you know that HE IS WITH YOU. I hope this helps to lessen your pain.

Melissa Baran

July 11, 2006

Our deepest sympathys are sent to the Tine family. Nick was an awesome kid. He was a great musician and loved life. He will be dearly missed by all of us. He will be remembered with his awesome smile and laughter..

Steve & Robin Zup & Family

July 11, 2006

Louie & Merily and Family,

Thoughts and prayers go out to all of you during this difficult time. With My Deepest Sympathy ,

Marie Ronczka

July 11, 2006

My deepest sympathy to the Tine family. I was the school nurse at Wallace Middle School while Nick was there. He always came into the Health Office with a smile & made my day. I am sorry his life had to end so soon.

Marie Ronczka

JoAnne Doyle

July 11, 2006

I am so sorry. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Love, JoAnne Doyle

GEORGE AND LISA PORTER

July 11, 2006

Lou,Merly.and Kyra,



Our hearts and prayers go out to you and your family. Our deepest sympathy. If you guys need anything let us know

Katie Tso

July 11, 2006

Dear Louie, Merily and Kyra,



We were all so saddened to hear of your devastating loss. May your loving family bring you strength and comfort in the days to come. We are thinking of you all. God bless....



Katie, Chris, and Jenna Tso (Barb Rizzo's sister in Medford, OR)

Carol Drummond

July 11, 2006

Dear Merily,

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time.

Sue Kellogg

July 11, 2006

Merily,

I am so very sorry to hear about the loss of your son. Please know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers during this very difficult time.

John Paul DiGrazia

July 11, 2006

Lou, Merily, Kyra and Extended Family....

Our prayers and thoughts are with you... We unite in your sorrow... May the Lord comfort you with strength and courage during this difficult time.......



John Paul DiGrazia

& The DiGrazia Family

Sara Cermola

July 11, 2006

My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time

Lillian Brabner

July 11, 2006

I would like to give my condolences to Nick's Family. He was such a great guy that I new through the NHS music department and was always so nice to me. I am very sorry for your loss but know that he will be missed by many and is in a better place.

Maria Garcia

July 11, 2006

My deepest sympathy go out to you and your family in this very difficult time. You're all in my prayers.

Maryellen Wright

July 11, 2006

Merily:



I am so sorry to hear of the death of your son. My prayers go out to you. I am only sorry that we did not stay in contact and that I did not have the pleasure of knowing him.

Rick Behm

July 11, 2006

Mer, Lou and Kyra, a piece of our hearts has been taken away. It seems as if it were only yesterday that this wonderful young man entered our lives and now he's gone. All our love to you during this time.

Love,

Aunt Elaine and Uncle Rick

Catherine McClay

July 11, 2006

When you meet someone as lively, energetic, caring, and funny as Nick- you know right away that they will forever make footprints in your life. From the first day I met Nick at the Webster, to the last time I saw him when we sang karaoke- I always knew- he was a special person that I would know and love forever. I am at a loss for words when it comes to your loss, Nick. You became part of my weekly routine- We were supposed to see eachother tonight. But now I write this to your memory. You need to know that you touched everyone's lives you ever knew...you are wonderful in every way, not a bad bone in your body. Always there when someone needed you- like helping to move, or just someone to talk to. Like the night you came over and we stayed up talking til the morning. I will never forget how great of a listener you were, and how forunate I was to have you as a friend. I love you and I miss you dearly. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Until we meet again on the otherside, you are now with us forever, watching over us. Thank you for giving me the chance to know you- it means the world.

Christina Gavrilis

July 11, 2006

Kyra and Family:

I am so sorry for your tragic loss. I've known Nick since kindergarten- Mrs. Mullins class, and grew up with him until we graduated highschool. He is a great person and I know that GOD is taking care of him in heaven. He will always be watching over his family & friends. RIP Nick, you will always be loved and missed.

Heather Cirigliano (Dzamba)

July 11, 2006

My deepest condolences go out to Nick's family, and closest friends. I was in concert choir at NHS with Nick for some years. He was a great person and could always keep us entertained during breaks in class. He was always funny and so caring of other people. He will be deeply missed but never forgotten.

Karen Savvides

July 11, 2006

I am in shock. I was watching the news last night when I heard Nick's name. I immediately remembered him as a thirteen year old who was on stage with the teachers' band "Scool Daze" at JWMS. I remember even when his arm was in a cast or a sling he was still on stage with them performing. The next memory I have of him is years later when we took a school trip over to NHS to watch a play. Nick was standing in the audience near all the audio/light equipment. He was waching the play and singing all the songs. I remember how impressed I was that he actually knew all the words to the musical even though he wasn't in the play. Kyra, my former student, my heart goes out to you and your family. You need to know that people are thinking of you and praying for you at this time. Many people are not going to know what to say to you, but you need to know that they care so much about you anyway. Trust me, your friends will be there for you. You're a great kid (yes, I know you're an adult now! :>)and my deepest sympathy goes out to you. May God give you and your family strength and guidance at this time.

Your former teacher, Mrs. Savvides

Lisa DuBois

July 11, 2006

Merily,

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family for strength and peace. Sincerely, Lisa DuBois

Dena Maxwell

July 11, 2006

My heart is broken over your loss. Everyone at Hartford is shattered by the news. You are always on my heart, Merily. I am praying God will comfort you and strengthen you.

Lynn Veronesi

July 11, 2006

Merily, My thoughts and deepest prayers are with you and your family in this most dificult time.

Loren Frazao

July 11, 2006

kyra and family,

our deepest sympathy with you at this time. stay strong.

Kristina Howe

July 11, 2006

Nick..you will always be in my heart and your family in my prayers. Although we will miss you here on earth, I know you are in a better place and I can't wait to meet with you once again!

I love you..

Kathie Ledoux

July 11, 2006

To Nick's Family,



With heavy hearts we offer you our simpathy, We pray that you find strength & comfort at this time and in the days ahead.



We give thanks for having had the chance to meet Nick.



The Ledoux family

Gary,Kathie,Amie,Michael,& Andrew.

Lee, Janet, and Merideth Tyler

July 11, 2006

Merily, Louis, and Kyra,



Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this very sad time. We will miss Nick very much.



All our love,

Wil Ketchin

July 11, 2006

Playing in Nick's bands have been the highlight of my life, so far. To the Tine family, my thoughts and wishes go out to you.

Dennis Gleason

July 11, 2006

Dear Merily and Louie,



I am so sorry for your loss. My sincere heartfelt thoughts are with you and your family.

Samantha Carney

July 11, 2006

I'm very sorry for your loss... I knew what a good kid he was... And Kyra I still love you very much It will be ok it will just take time.

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