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Nicholas Joseph "Nick" Dugovich
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Nicholas Dugovich Obituary
On Wednesday, October 26, 2005, NICK J. DUGOVICH passed away at Capital Hospice in Arlington, VA. He was born in Lorain, OH, on December 11, 1933. Graduated Lorain High School and Ohio State University Law School. Moved to Arlington, VA in 1962 for employment with the Federal Trade Commission in Washington, D.C., followed by a private law practice in Fairfax, VA. Nick has owned Nick's Restaurant at 642 S. Pickett St. in Alexandria, VA, since 1986. Nick enjoyed traveling around the world to exotic places including Egypt, India and China and was an avid sun worshiper. He is survived by his wife of 47 years, Martha Dugovich; his sons, Stephen and Eric Dugovich of Alexandria; his daughter, Amy Dugovich of Arlington, VA; his grandchildren, Kelly Galvin, Christopher and Callie Dugovich of Bowie, MD. Mr. Dugovich is also survived by six loving brothers and sisters, Margaret Novak of Illinois, Ernest Dugovich of Lorain, OH, Elmer Dugovich of Chicago, IL, Frank Dugovich of Lorain, Maryann Camera of Amherst, OH, Lynn Lyons of Tualatin, OR; numerous nieces and nephews and his life-long friend, Thomas Kalo and son, Thomas Kalo, II of Lorain. Family will receive friends at the ARLINGTON FUNERAL HOME, 3901 N. Fairfax Dr. at Quincy St., Arlington, on Sunday, October 30, from 3 to 5 and 7 to 9 p.m. In lieu of flowers, friends may wish to donate to Lombardi Cancer Research Center, Georgetown University Hospital, 3800 Reservoir Rd. N.W., Washington, D.C. 20007 or Capital Hospice/Halquist Memorial Inpatient Center, 4715 N. 15th St., Arlington, VA 22205. Memorial services to be held at a later date. He will be greatly missed by family, friends and employees.
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November 3, 2005
Lee Cobb
November 2, 2005
I am very sad to hear of Nick's passing. I worked for Nick back when he first took over the bar, and again a few years later. I saw Nick just about two years ago, and was surprised at how little he had changed. Still cheerful and as alway, tan. I know everyone will miss him. He was a character.
Margie Dugovich
October 30, 2005
Thanks once again for the absolutly amazing trip to Washington Dc. God bless you Uncle Nick.
Kathryn Dugovich
October 30, 2005
Uncle Nick was the greatest. I had the opportunity to visit Washington D.C. with a friend in 1986. Uncle Nick picked us up at the airport and saw us to our hotel in his cadillac. It was wonderful. When I had money problems that week he cashed my check for a 100$ out of his wallet. Having a Dad who dealt in small change my eyes were probably huge when he offered to help me out. He made sure we got to his restaurant that week for a great dinner with Aunt Marty where we discussed who the better President was, Jefferson or Washington. He also took me to Mt.Vernon that week which was very memorable. He bought two boxwoods for me to smuggle back to Washington state for my Dad. This summers trip he made possible was a true dream come true. He has given me something priceless, a connection to family members I may not have ever had a chance to get to know. From him all Dugovich's can continue to keep the family within reach. He left us a reminder to what is truly important in life. Thanks and God Bless my Uncle Nick.
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Matt Miller
October 30, 2005
I am deeply sorry to have learned of the passing of Nick.
Many folks including myself owe a great deal to Nick. When I first moved to Washington, DC I was looking for a part time job to help suplement my income.
Nick took a chance on me and hired me as a waiter. I waited tables at Nicks from 1989-1991.
Nick and I had many good laughs and the money I made working for him allowed me to follow my dreams in politics. If it had not been for Nick I may have gone home!!!
I am a patron of Nicks now and Nick always greated me with a smile and a "Hello Matt".
He was a good man with a giving heart. I will miss him!
God bless.
Chris Dugovich
October 30, 2005
Since the mid-eighties when my work first started to bring me to Washington D.C. Nick was always avalible for lunch or dinner or a quick tour of some sights. My trips back east won't be the same without a visit with Uncle Nick. He was a great guy and terrific friend.Chris,Tracey,Christopher, Zachary,Rachel
Lori Gil
October 29, 2005
I was very sad to hear of Nick's passing, I worked for Nick for seven years. He was a very hardworking and dedicated man. The one thing I will always miss is his beautiul golden brown tan.
Kevin Roberts
October 29, 2005
I am very sorry to hear of Nick's passing. I will always remember the part he played in my life as I was growing up. My heartfelt sympathies go out to his family and friends.
Bill Dugovich
October 29, 2005
Uncle Nick will always have a special place in our family's heart. Our son, Nick C. Dugovich, will be a constant reminder of him. This summer's reunion was only possible because of Nick's foresight and generosity. I'm certain my father, Bill Dugovich, welcomed and thanked Nick for bringing the family together when he arrived in heaven.
Bill, Cathy, Ashley and Nick Dugovich
Jayne (Dugovich) Pogorelc
October 28, 2005
God bless Uncle Nick, a kind and wonderful man loved by many. Those of us lucky enough to be his guests in July will never forget Nick's incredible generosity displayed throughout that reunion weekend.
Charlotte and Bob
October 28, 2005
Nick, a dear friend, we will never forget our travel together to Spain.Your journey has taken you home.
Bob & Susan Horvath
October 28, 2005
We were so sorry to hear of Uncle Nick's passing and will miss him greatly. He enriched so many lives and touched so many hearts. May God rest his kind and generous soul.
Jeannie McKinley
October 28, 2005
Nick will be greatly missed by all that knew him. He was a very kind, compassionate, generous man that I will never forget.
Dawn Braga
October 28, 2005
Nick was a kind and generous person. I remember he was always going somewhere or coming back from somewhere almost every time I saw him. He thought it was too bad everyone else had to work and couldn't go on vacation with him. His cheerful nature will be missed.
Kristen Parsley
October 28, 2005
I am sorry for your loss. I was a patron of Nick's and loved the atmosphere there and really enjoyed the bands, dancing, etc.
Danny McLaughlin
October 28, 2005
Nick was a big part in a great time of my life. He was always kind and generous. I will miss him.
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