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Nicholas Picciano Obituary
AGE: 77 • Denville
Nicholas A. Picciano passed away at St. Clare's Hospital in Denville on Saturday, April 2, 2011. He was 77 years old. Born in East Orange, he grew up in Bloomfield prior to moving to Denville, NJ 49 years ago. Nicholas graduated from Montclair State with a Bachelor's degree in Social Studies, then received his Master's degree from Montclair State and a Principal's Supervisory Certificate from Seton Hall University. He served in the US Army as a Military Policeman from 1956 - 1958. Nicholas was employed by the Denville Board of Education from 1955-1990. He was the Valleyview Boys basketball coach from 1973-1978, and the Valleyview Girls basketball coach from 1984-1986. He taught 6th-8th grade from 1955-1971, was a guidance counselor from 1971-1974, Vice Principal at Valleyview School from 1974-1990, and was awarded "Lifetime Membership" to the PTA in 1987. He was Chairman of the Denville Recreation Committee from 1972-1973, member of the St. Mary's Advisory Council from 1971-1972, Vice Chairman of the Morris Hills Regional High School Site Committee from 1971-1972, was a Denville Little League coach, manager & umpire from 1968-1977. He was Secretary and member of the Denville Planning Board from 1975-1976, Mayor's Advisory Committee 1974-1975, VFW Volunteer 1977-1994 and received a Service Award in 1982. He was on the Morris County Substance Abuse Leadership Team in 1980, the Laudati Playground Committee 2006- 2007, Joey Bella Fund 2008 to present, Denville Municipal Alliance Co-Chair 2008-Present, and a Trustee and Treasurer of the Denville Public Library from 2005-Present.
Nicholas is survived by his beloved wife of 55 years, Mary S. Picciano of Denville, and his loving children Mark and his wife Leida Picciano of Newport, R.I., and Barbara and her husband John Hughes of Jefferson, NJ. He is also survived by his grandchildren Kristen and Matthew Shanklin and Brian and Kevin Hughes all of Jefferson. His sister Celeste and her husband Ronald Blair of Marmora, NJ also survive him.
Funeral services will begin at 9AM on Wed. April 6, 2011 at Norman Dean Home for Services 16 Righter Ave Denville, NJ 07834 for a 10AM Liturgy of Christian Funeral Mass at St. Mary's Church in Denville. Interment will follow at Denville Cemetery. Friends will be received at the funeral home on Tuesday from 2-4 & 7-9PM. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to St. Jude's Children's Hospital 501 St. Jude Place Memphis, TN 38105. Please light a candle in his memory at: www.normandean.com.
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Anne (Lawler) Hall
April 13, 2011
I am so sad to hear of Mr. Picciano's passing. My sister's and I all have such fond memories of him from our years at Valley View. I can still picture him standing out in the parking lot twirling his whistle on a string. He was such a kind and supportive man with a wonderful sense of humor who always had time to chat with the students. He will be greatly missed. Our deepest sympathies - Susan, Peggy, Jeanne, Anne and Katie Lawler.
Lori Loewen
April 6, 2011
I wish I could have gone to the church on Wednesday, too. My thoughts and prayers were for the family today.
Steve Taylor
April 6, 2011
He was a fine man and a fine teacher. Though my Denville school days ended half a century ago, I remember him well. My respect and best wishes to his family and friends.
Carol Gleason
April 5, 2011
My sincere sympathies to Nick's family. I am so happy that I had the opportunity to meet Nick and get to know him. I always looked forward to him coming to the library every Friday and chatting. He always had a smile on his face and made us laugh. He was always positive and would encourage me to continue my education. He made a difference in my life and many others.
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April 4, 2011
Dear Mark and family,
Chris and I would like to extend our sympathy to you and your family at this difficult time. It sounds like your dad was a wonderful man and a very busy one at that. So many years have gone by but we wanted you to know that you're in our thoughts and prayers.
Sincerely,
Sue and Chris Capuano
Pamela Schottenfeld
April 4, 2011
Thank you Nick for your pearls of wisdom,guidance and great sense of humor. I have many fond memories of working with you at Valleyview. My sincere condolences to the Picciano family.
Donna Ruppel-Schubert
April 3, 2011
I am sorry to hear Mr. Picciano passed away he was a nice person and neighbor
Jacqueline Nichole Chirgotis/Wessler
April 3, 2011
May The Lord Bless You and Keep You Nicholas A. Picciano was a wonderful human being. May His Soul Rest in Peace.
Virginia Sutto
April 3, 2011
I am sorry to hear the news. Will call later
Judy Baker
April 3, 2011
An extraordinary educator, and a man who cared deeply about everyone of his students. I can stiil see his grand smile as he greeted us as we walked in his classroom. What a fine example he was to everyone. God bless his family and thank you for sharing this wonderful man with all of us for so many years.
Lori Loewen
April 3, 2011
Mr. Picciano was one of my most favorite people ever, and I am glad I was able to tell him that several years ago. I have so many great memories of Valleyview days, playing basketball on the driveway, playing cards in the kitchen, taking crazy pictures... and always laughing!!! <3
Scot Butler
April 3, 2011
Mr. Picciano was my favorite middle school teacher. I have lots of fond memories of his class.
April 3, 2011
Mr. Picciano was my guidance counselor when i was in valley view im sorry for your lost but as i always say he may not be here in body but always here in spirit. Carol (Hansen) Whitehouse class of 74
Sandy Rear
April 3, 2011
I am sorry to hear about Nick's passing. I have many fond memories of my time with him at Valleyview. My thoughts are with his family.
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