Nicholas Joseph Farella

Dear Dad, it's been so long since I've heard your voice, and yet I close my eyes and hear you say my name like your right next to me..... I was hoping by now the pain would be bearable, it still is not. I think about you every day. I miss you every second. The only comfort I have is when I hear people tell their stories about how you changed their lives for the better. It is then I remember that you'll always be around me through the memories, love, and guidance you gave to myself and so...

I'm saddened that I only now discovered that my dear friend from so many years ago had passed. Nick, Tony and I were in Highschool together, and worked together at the Cassese Bakery in North Chicago. Life took me away to separate challenges. God Bless him and the Family

I'm sorry to hear of Nick's passing. Nick and I worked together (mostly on weekends) at WKRS radio in Waukegan. I especially remember the stories about Cassese Bakery in North Chicago. He even brought me a pastry with eggs baked in it one Easter. I will always remember his full, rich and deep voice. Every now and then I remember some little tidbit of conversation. It was completely accidental that I ran across this obit notice. I'm happy that I "found" him again. My best to family.

The Farellas used to be our neighbors in North Chicago. My daughter Liz was sad when the Farellas moved away, as she and Carrie were friends. Liz has been wondering whatever happened to Carrie. Hope Carrie is doing okay. Sorry about your loss Jackie. My dad Ken (Kenny) passed away in March 2010 at Lake Forest Hospital from Pneumonia. He was 87.

All these years and I miss you more than ever Dad. Give Gram a hug for me. Happy Father's Day, I Love You

I just read my words from 12 years ago. I can repeat that same sentiment. Nick gave to me much more than I am capable of giving. There is no way I can put into words what I feel in my heart. I know I am years closer to being called home. And I know Nick will one of those I love so much waiting for me with open arms. His smile is in my heart and I sure wish I had his phone number right now! I pray for comfort for the whole family. God Bless. Jim

I cannot tell you how many times I think of Nick during my travels in life. When the weather changes, when we have a little earthquake, or some news from the family, I think of Nick. I seem to expect I will get a call seeing if everyone is OK after that last little quake. And with the passing of Aunt Theresa, my first thought was a call from Nick.

I do miss the calls. But it would be too selfish of me to want the calls to take place again. This is because I know that he is very...

Dad,
Today it has been 2 years. I still miss you so much...I hope you know just how much you are still talked about and thought about. I am still finding out how much you touched people's lives, and made such a difference for so many people. When you hear people say "his legacy lives on", that doesn't even begin to express it.
I am so very proud to call you my Dad. You are always in my thoughts and always find a way to pop up in my everyday life. I wouldn't have it any other...

Happy Birthday Nick,
Love you always,
Mom
7-28-2007