Nicholas D'Agostino Sr.

It has been a year since my dad passed away and I miss him so much. I can not believe it has been a year since I talked to him. There will never be any one that could ever replace him.

My father was such a special man. He was placed on this earth to teach us all to be kind, caring, to always lend out a helping hand and to have a relationship with God. All of the many wonderful things said by all the people that he touched during his life is endearing. I know he is smiling down from heaven looking after all of us.

I came to know Nick through our company's (Wilmington Trust Company) support of The Barnes Fndn. I regarded the always cheerful Nick as part of the heart and soul of the Foundation. He was a wonderfully friendly man who was always kind to everyone. I will miss his smile and his wonderful sense of humor!

Nick always had a cheerful hello, hearty laugh, and genuine smile. He had a way of making you feel like you never had a bad day.
Nick was one of the Good Guys!
We certainly need more Nicks on this Earth.
You will be missed Buddy!

Nick was one of my closest friends during my five years of study at the Barnes Foundation. He always had personal time and invaluable "insider" knowledge about the collection to share. Always a smile, a welcome greeting, and a great sense of humor while maintaining the highest degree of professionalism and diligence re: the security of The Foundation, Nick was the consummate gentleman.

My visits to the Barnes Foundation will never be the same.