Photo courtesy of Rivet Funeral Home & Crematorium Inc. - Merrimack
Merrimack, New Hampshire
Nov 4, 1929 – Dec 31, 2020 (Age 91)
Nicholas Pirog, 91, lifelong resident of Merrimack, NH passed away on Thursday, December 31st, 2020 at the Bel-Air Nursing Home in Goffstown after a period of declining health.
He was born in Merrimack, NH on November 4th, 1929 to the late Harry and Martha (Pitula) Pirog. He was a graduate of Merrimack High School in 1947. After graduating, Nicholas enlisted in the U.S. Navy and served from 1947 - 1950 when he received an honorable discharge. After serving his country, he worked as a carpenter and owned his own business.
Nick loved playing baseball, basketball and golf. He played legion baseball for several years. He was an MYA coach for many years. During his time in the Navy, he played on several baseball and basketball teams for the Navy and accepted an offer to try out for the Boston Red Sox. He was an avid Red Sox, Patriots and Celtics fan. One would describe him as a passionate sports fan. Until his recent illness he still played golf and fished.
Along with his parents, Harry and Martha, Nick was pre-deceased by his son Gary Pirog in 1987, along with four siblings, John and Peter Pirog, Ann Dupont and Jean Freda.
He will be forever loved and remembered by his four children, Nicholas Pirog II and his wife Sherri, Jeffrey Pirog and his wife Cheryl, Kathleen and her husband Michael Hickey, and Jennifer Pirog and her significant other Craig Fowler; five grandchildren, Nicholas III, Luke, Samantha, Devon and Ryan; a great-granddaughter, Grace Pirog; his significant other, Janice Paradis; sister Dottie Vitiello along with many nieces and nephews.
The family wishes to extend their deep appreciation to all of the nurses and staff at Bel Air Nursing and Rehab Center for their kindness and caring of Nick and his family during this difficult time.
Visitation hours will be held at the Rivet Funeral Home, 425 Daniel Webster Highway, Merrimack on Tuesday, August 17th from 5 - 7 PM. A graveside service will be held at the NH VA Cemetery, 110 Daniel Webster Highway, Boscawen on Wednesday, August 18th at 11 AM.
For those who wish, memorial contributions in Nick's memory can be made to a charity of one’s choice.
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In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Debbie Hopkins
August 18, 2021 | Merrimack, NH
Condolences to the entire Pirog family from the Ayer family. We will always fondly remember Nick's stories of the "old days" and his passion for sports.
Mike Ayer
March 02, 2021 | Nashua, NH | Friend
Our sincere sympathies to the Pirog family. We have very fond memories of Nick. He will be missed. Our thoughts and prayers for comfort are with you all.
Rick and Sandra Wyatt
January 12, 2021 | Merrimack, NH | Friend
My condolences to the Pirog family.Your dad will be missed..he would frequently come visit me at the police station and chat...God bless his soul and I have your family in my thoughts and prayers.
Michael Dudash
January 11, 2021 | Merrimack, NH | Friend
So sorry to hear of Nicks passing. We enjoyed his visits when we lived in Merrimack.
Ron Hendley
January 11, 2021 | Garden Valley, ID | Friend
I never got to know Nick as a neighbor when we lived in Merrimack, but I did meet him later in Franklin where we were members of a senior golf league and I always enjoyed playing either with Nick or opposing him. I hope you find some great golf courses where ever you are now Nick.
Frank Martin
January 10, 2021 | Belmont, NH | Friend
Love you daddio
January 07, 2021 | Father
Sending our deepest sympathies to the Pirog family and wishing you comfort and peace in the days ahead.
Cathy & Michael Casale
January 06, 2021 | Peterborough, NH | Friend
Sorry to learn of this news. Our deepest condolences to the Pirog family.
Tim Shea
January 06, 2021 | Chicago, IL | Friend