Nick Panko

Nick was a friend, fellow medic and tough ping-pong opponent. His love for Johnson City, UVES and good Chinese food will long be remembered. Rest in peace, my friend.

Nick will forever be in our hearts. May his family find peace during this difficult time and know that he touched so many lives and for that we all will be forever grateful. Rest in Peace Nick.

From a past UVES squad member who remembers Nick as dedicated volunteer. I spent many years associated with Nick during my 20+ years with UVES. There was no one more dedicated than Nick. He will be missed.

The EMS community has suffered another great loss. Nick, along with others, unselfishly gave of their time and knowledge to raise up future generations of EMS providers. Many of us have gone on to careers in health care and law enforcement as our way of continuing to give to the community. A very valuable lesson taught by the great Nick Panko. I laugh till tears fill my eyes as I think of some of the practical jokes we used to play on Nick and what a good sport he was. To Nick's family-thank...

Sorry to hear about Nick. I served with him at UVES as squad member and on the Board of Directors. He will be surely missed.

Maggie & all the Panko family,
We were so sorry to hear about Nick's passing and even more sorry that we cannot be there in person to attend the services and express our sympathies as we are still in Florida for the winter. Nick was a part of our Binghamton church family all my growing up years, as well as a neighbor 'up the street'. Allen and I will remember him most in our adult years for his service to God and his church with never a hesitation. He was a good friend during coffee...

Nick was and always will be a very special person in our lives. We enjoyed many meals together and even more friendly conversation. Nick you are missed!

To all of Nick's family: Thanks for sharing him with us. Fortunately, his heart was big enough for us all. I was one of the "young pups" at UVES, joining in 1980 when I turned 16. For whatever reason, Nick took me under his wing (despite the countless practical jokes for which he was always an easy mark) and made me a much better medic & person than I likely would have been. Of course, he also turned me on to Chinese food. I never remember anyone who ever needed anything approaching Nick...

Dearest Nick - I was so sad to hear of your passing....You have left a lasting impression on me and my family. Your stories, your passion and leading by example will always be remembered for years to come. May you be at peace.