Name: Calling hours for Nicholas James Kallio
Start: 2016-04-14T20:00:00.000Z
End: 2016-04-15T00:00:00.000Z
Location: Sawyer - Miller - Masciarelli FH - Westminster

Nicholas James Kallio, 26
Beloved son, brother,

uncle and grandson

ASHBURNHAM, MA -- Nicholas "Nick" "Nicky" James Kallio, 26, of Ashburnham, MA died Thursday, April 7, 2016 as the result of a devastating and tragic accident.

Nick was the beloved son of Cynthia Clark Kallio of Groton and Kyle S. and Danielle Kallio of Ashburnham. He will forever be missed by his loving brother and best friend, Kyle A. Kallio; Stephanie Hartwell; special niece, Aubrey Kallio; and all of Ashburnham. Surviving him are his grandparents, Richard and Cecelia Clark of Townsend and Tom and Paula Silva of Arlington. He was predeceased by his cherished grandparents, Oiva and Nancy Kallio, formerly of Acton; and his aunt, Diana Harpin of Westborough. In addition, Nick leaves aunts and uncles, Pam and Jeff McKee of Salem, Mark Copp of Lancaster, Lynne Dunn of Northampton, Sharon and Joe Milne of Burlington, Carrie and Toby Boyd of Arlington; great-uncle and aunt, William and Doris Bain of Hamilton; cousins, Christen Maglio of Longmeadow, Tim Dunn of Boston, Evan and Emma Harpin of Westborough; and many loving friends.

Nick was born in Concord, MA on July 5, 1989 and spent his early childhood in Acton /Boxborough before moving to Ashburnham at the age of eleven, where he attended Overlook Middle School and Monty Tech. Nick was extremely proud to serve as a decorated soldier/aviation specialist in the US Army National Guard during Operation Iraqi Freedom, and remained a member of the National Guard after he returned home from Kuwait.

Nick was an avid outdoorsman from the time he could hold a fishing pole, alongside his father and brother. He loved turkey and deer hunting with his grandfather, Richard. He was always most comfortable in nature enjoying life's simple pleasures. All who met him knew he had the kindest of souls with a huge heart and an endearing sense of humor.

He would say his greatest accomplishment was conquering his addiction as he died clean and sober doing what he truly loved, tree work.

KALLIO -- A prayer service will be held Thursday, April 14, 2016 at 8:00 p.m. in the Westminster Chapel of the Sawyer-Miller-Masciarelli Funeral Home, 123 Main Street, Westminster, MA.

Burial will be at a later date.

Calling hours will be held in the funeral home on Thursday from 4:00 - 8:00 p.m. prior to the prayer service.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Nick's memory to Veteran's Transition House, 20 Willis Street, New Bedford, MA 02740.

Please visit www.masciarellifamilyfuneralhomes.net for further information.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Sentinel & Enterprise on Apr. 12, 2016.

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April 21, 2016

Peace to all who knew this far too young man. His work is of bravery both in private and service life. Thank you Nichols.

April 17, 2016

Rest in peace brave man. Honor & Glory is yours.

Every Parent ~

April 15, 2016

While the loss of a loved one is never easy, even when anticipated, it is most certainly the hardest when they are taken from us too soon. Your recent loss of your loved one whose tragic death at such a youthful age is definitely in the category of those hard losses.

We ask for God's blessings on your family. May you find the courage and strength to move forward in peace and confidence by remembering you do not walk alone.

Your loved one will always be a part of our country's story. As such, their sacrifice on behalf of our nation will always be honored.

In deepest sympathy

Jim & Joan McCabe

April 15, 2016

Kyle and family: Our deepest and heartfelt condolences on the tragic loss of your dear Nicky. Please know that we're keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers. Hopefully, the many great memories you have of him will bring some comfort in time.

Thinking of you, Jim & Joan McCabe, Weston, MA

April 14, 2016

Love you Nick

Kim Hunter

April 13, 2016

Danielle, Kyle & Family,

I am so very sorry for your loss. My thoughts & prayers are with you during this difficult time. Thank you to Nick for your service to our country.
Godspeed Sir.

April 12, 2016

To the Kallio Family, though I do not know you or this young man I wish to extend my deepest sympathies for the loss of your son, brother & friend. I have a son his age and can't begin to feel your pain. As proud of him as you are, I also would like to say "thank you" to him for his service and hope our God heals your broken hearts!

Karen

April 12, 2016

To Nick's family I want you to know that I only met nick a few times and he was the most respectful and very caring young man.He always wanted to take the right road and he never stopped trying or gave up.He was a GREAT kid.Just wanted to share that with you and hope and pray that the pain and hurt you are feeling is not as bad as time goes on.He is in the best place he can be and now he has no more struggles or worries.He was such a hard worker and always did a great job!

Sherry Coller

April 12, 2016

My thoughts and prayers are with Nick's family and friends at this difficult time. You are at Peace now. With Deepest Sympathy. Love, Sherry Coller (Alyssa Vietro's Aunt)

Joyce H

April 12, 2016

Bless you as you enter heaven. Thank you for serving our country and congratulations on becoming clean and sober.

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