Photo courtesy of Colonial Funeral Homes - Brick
Brick, New Jersey
Nov 16, 1939 – Jul 9, 2020 (Age 80)
Wall Township - Nicholas V. Coppola, 80, of Four Seasons at Wall Township NJ, passed away peacefully Thursday July 9 at Ocean Medical Center surrounded by his family. Nick was born on November 16, 1939 in Newark, NJ. He graduated from East Side High School in Newark and studied Art & Engineering at the University of Miami. After working for the City of Newark, he moved to Point Pleasant in 1964. He then joined D. W. Smith as a land planner, where he spearheaded projects such as Leisure Village and the Lakewood BlueClaws Stadium and eventually became the firm’s Principal. Nick retired from D. W. Smith in 2007.
Nick’s zest for life, his family and philanthropy were some of his greatest traits. A Life Scout, he was an avid supporter and board member of the Boy Scouts Jersey Shore Council and received both the Silver Beaver and Loyal Buffalo Awards. His passion for travel started with his honeymoon to Bermuda and later to Italy, Spain, Japan and many others. He was well known for his award-winning koi pond, love of Disney and all things Italian. He enjoyed making his own wine, and Tuesday lunches with the “Romeo” guys. Nick was a mentor to many and a friend to all; he will be remembered for his sharp wit, kind heart and devotion to his family.
Nick was predeceased by his parents Victor and Emma. He is survived by his beloved wife of 57 years Evangeline (Angie), sons Victor (wife Melissa) and Nicholas, and grandchildren Michael, Dahlia, Spencer, and Nicholas.
Visitation will be held Monday, July 13 from 6-9 pm at Colonial Funeral Home, 2170 NJ-88, Brick Township, NJ. Funeral services will be private. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Nick’s name to the Visiting Nurses Association at vnahg.org., or the charity of your choice.
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New Nick at Miami freshman year. Boxer tough kid.
Visited me in Ct and made suggestions to my mother how to expand kitchen.
Lost touch after I left Miami and joined National Guard, what a life.
RIP Nick.
Ken DeAngelis
May 25, 2025 | CT | Acquaintance
To Angie and family.
Nick was a dear friend and great neighbor. Swapping stories about old times with a glass of wine and a bowl of homemade soup and many ethnic restaurant dinner excursions are never to be forgotten and most enjoyable memories. Our most heartfelt condolences !
CAROL & BRUCE OBERHAUSER
November 14, 2020 | MANASQUAN, NJ | Friend
To Angie and Family
I’m so sorry to hear about your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Cathy Altonburg-Kelly
July 30, 2020 | Keansburg, NJ | Coworker
Dear Angie & Family
We were so sorry to hear about Nick. Your family was blessed to have him as husband and father. You have our deepest sympathy.
Dave and Nancy Johnson
July 20, 2020
A very generous and witty man who happens to be our cousin by birth, and a friend by choice. So glad that we found each other in our adult years and had fun together, as well as sharing our tears. You will always be in our thoughts and memories.
Cousins: Jeanette and Richard.
Jeanette & Richard Bevilacqua
July 15, 2020 | Fort Myers, FL | Family
When I think of Nick, I remember what a wonderfully fun, kind, interesting, intelligent and generous man he was. He made an impact on my life and I am grateful he was a part of my life for so many years. Rest in Peace and Love ~ Angie, you are in my thoughts and Prayers xo ~ Terri Bonavito-Sogorka
Terri Sogorka
July 14, 2020 | Point Pleasant, NJ | Friend
Cluster of 50 Memorial Trees
EMMAJEAN C BORGIA
July 13, 2020 | Breinigsville, PA
My prayers go out to the Coppola family during this time of loss. I got to know Nick quite well during the late 80's and early 90's when working for Leisure Technology, with DW Smith handling most of our engineering work. Always the consummate professional and such an enjoyable person to work with, we spent many hours designing developments and securing approvals for company projects.
While his time with us has passed, Nick will live on through his family and so many others he has...
David Fisher
July 13, 2020 | Manasquan, NJ | Friend
Nick was a very SPECIAL person and we will ALL miss him very much. Our Love and Sincere Condolences to Angie and ALL the family.
Mike & Betty Fiorillo & Family
elizabeth fiorillo
July 11, 2020 | MANASQUAN, NJ | Friend