Name: Calling hours for Andrew John Nicholas
Start: 2020-01-24T21:00:00.000Z
End: 2020-01-25T01:00:00.000Z
Location: John F. Tierney Funeral Home, Inc.

Andrew John Nicholas, II, "Drew" a/k/a "Mr. Nick" Born October 27, 1965; died January 20, 2020. The extraordinary son of Mary Lynch Nicholas and the late Paul Andrew Nicholas. How does one live their life when as a 10-year-old child you learn that you have cystic fibrosis – a terminal illness with a life expectancy of 10? Drew chose to live with gusto, love and nonstop friendships. Drew's sister Louise Nicholas and brothers Paul and Tom Nicholas were recipients of lessons on courage, tenacity, how to travel the world, to never be bitter and be grateful for every day. They are joined by Paul's wife Terry Nicholas and Tom's partner Guy Gottier. Adoring nephews Taylor Drew Nicholas, his girlfriend Christina Martin, Paul A. Nicholas, III and his fiancée Danielle Eldredge and Brennan James NIcholas-Harris will forever remember their uncles' laughter and joking as they continue down their life paths. Like iron filings to a magnet, Drew attracted the most phenomenal friends and loved ones to his side. His previous wives Amy Gates and Alison Vulliet along with dearest friends, Scotty Lima, Jeff Roets, Joel Greene and John Gallivan, the LaRiviere family, Mandy Hemmelgarn, the Richert family and so many others. Drew's passions were his dog Sadie, the Patriots, traveling the world especially Ireland and Cape Cod, his love of teaching, especially his students at Wethersfield High School, the Drama Society and The Irish American Home Society. Drew graduated from East Catholic High School and U-Conn. A shout out to his Chi Phi brothers. He was known for his quick wit, his infectious smile and his kind compassionate spirit. As Irish poet Eileen Carney Hulme wrote in her poem "Belonging" small spaces of silence in between borrowed breaths arms tighten at the whisper of a name all the words of the heart the unanswered questions are at this moment blue rolling waves. Funeral service will be held on Saturday, January 25th at 11:00 a.m. at the John F. Tierney Funeral Home 219 West Center Street Manchester. Family and friends may call at the funeral home on Friday, January 24th from 4:00-8:00 p.m. For online condolences please visit www.tierneyfuneralhome.com.

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Published by Hartford Courant from Jan. 23 to Jan. 24, 2020.

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Michael Godart

January 16, 2025

Remember Andrew well. A joy to have known him and worked with him at the Wethersfield High School. A life taken too soon. Andrew did live his life!

Kate Ayers

February 2, 2020

I knew Andrew Nicholas as Mr. Nick, my English teacher junior year. But I also knew this man as someone who was endlessly kind, incredibly curious, unsparingly witty, and undoubtedly talented.
Mr. Nick was one of the first teachers at Wethersfield High School to truly foster and encourage my love for English and writing, and because of his belief in me and my abilities, I was able to experience the greatest joy of my life. I associate Mr. Nick and all of the lessons he taught me with the best experience I had in high school: traveling. While I was never able to go on a trip with him, he inspired me to have my own adventures and be courageous in the pursuit of my passions.
To all those lucky enough to have known Mr. Nick as a teacher, as a student, or as a friend, know that he will always remain in our hearts and in our memories. You will feel him with every touchdown the Patriots score and with every airplane you choose to board. Mr. Nick, I will think of you when I visit the Cliffs of Moher and when I publish a story in your honor. I'm so grateful to have known you for as long as I did, thank you for all you've done for me. Rest in peace, we love you.

January 29, 2020

My deepest condolences to Andrew's family. May the God of peace and comfort strengthen the family during this most difficult time.

John & Gina Gallivan

January 23, 2020

Drew was a a great friend, a valued colleague, and a proud Irishman. We will continue to think of you as we live life to the fullest and try to maintain your positive energy always. Beannaigh Dia

Nick Nickerson

January 23, 2020

Andrew (Drew)
I cant tell you how much we here at Arnolds Restaurant will miss you. You were always so upbeat, cracking jokes with Your buddy Frank Kofsuske while serving up the lobsters in the steAm room, making people laugh while you were suffering with this horrible disease. You always had a good word for everyone. We are all simply devastated that you have gone to be with the Lord way too early. Katie, Kellie, Andrew (Wright), Pam, Ed, Frank, and I just to name a few of your friends from the Cape (Arnolds) will never forget you. God be with you my good friend. May you finally Rest In Peace.

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Nathan Nickerson III

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Gloria Hambach Day

January 23, 2020

Dear Mary,
I was saddened to read of Andrew's passing. He must have been a remarkable young man. I was inspired reading his obituary, knowing he became a teacher, and led a successful life despite his life long disease. You and I taught together at Skinner Road School and I remember visiting you at your home in Vernon. Andrew would be on the bed and either you or Paul would be attending to him. Please know my prayers are with you and your family at this time. My love to you.

Joan Charnas

January 23, 2020

Dear Tom and family,
We are so sorry to hear the sad news of your brothers passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Love Joanne and Joan

January 22, 2020

Dear Tom,
My heartfelt sympathy to you and your family. Sending all my love.
Claire

Megan Hall

January 22, 2020

Mr. Nick,

Thank you for making English class fun and exciting and for sharing your energy, humor, and kindness with all of your students. You stand out above the rest. The love and dedication you had to teaching will never be forgotten.

a loved one

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Alain Vulliet

January 22, 2020

Drew loved to swim in front of our Beach House. He even came over every January 1st and walk down to the jetty on our beach and jump in the fridge water as we all stood on the beach in our winter coats waiting for him to come out of the water with a big blanket to wrap around him. What a special guy. A little crazy but that is part of what we loved about him!
If I be so bold he told me that is where he would like to be placed.
We, the Vulliets would be more than honared to have him out front, with all welcome visit whenever they wanted!

Donald Gates

January 22, 2020

Wethersfield High School list one of its best! As the founder of the CT Association of Schools State National Honor Association I was fortunate enough to have known Drew for many years. As the advisor for his high schools honor society chapter he encouraged student members to actively engage in state and national honor society conferences. He always emphasized the importance of giving back to the community and also helping others. I am saddened by his passing and wish to extend my deepest sympathy to family members and friends.

Michael Godart

January 22, 2020

To the family of Andrew (Drew),

Drew was and is an amazing person. I have worked at the Wethersfield Board of Education since 2009. He was the most dedicated teacher I know and unselfishly gave of his time and friendship to everyone, especially the students and his co-workers. Drew knew that he had received a gift of life. He lived life to the fullest and made sure he shared his appreciation in every way. He was always positive and supportive to all of his students and coworkers.

My condolences to his family and friends who have been graced to know him and have him in their life. He will be remembered always smiling, always being very positive, and having a profound positive impact on all of us who knew him.

He served as an angel on earth to many of his students and now he is an angel in Heaven.

Thank you Drew Nicholas for all you accomplished and shared.

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