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Nicholas Lutz Obituary
He will be greatly missed by many uncles, aunts, cousins and friends.
Nick was a 2004 graduate of Howell High School, and a proud holder of an Associate in Culinary Arts degree from the Culinary Institute of America in Hyde Park, NY. Passionate about food since receiving his first cookbook at 5 years old, he loved nothing so much as cooking with and for his family and friends, freely giving of his encyclopedic knowledge. He particularly enjoyed sharing the kitchen with his younger relatives.
After returning to Howell from the CIA, Nick worked for a time in local kitchens before moving to Chicago to expand his opportunities. He worked in several restaurants there, and was sous chef at Press Box at the time of his passing.
He enjoyed socializing and sharing good food with family and friends. He had a great sense of humor. Somewhat camera shy, if pictured in a group of people he may not have been smiling; everyone around him was.
Cremation has taken place. Memorial contributions are suggested for the Greater Chicago Food Depository, or your local food bank.
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Memories and Condolences
for Nicholas Lutz
Lea Lutz Kloster
June 1, 2019
Dear Ric and Peg,
My deepest condolences for you and your family. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of sorrow~
Lea Lutz Kloster
Tom and joe with Nick in here at the Christmas parade middle school
Pam Beekman
May 21, 2019
I am deeply saddened to hear about this very friendly , respectful and caring young man. He was both of my sons partner in the petcussion section oh the Howell Schools. It sure hits my family hard as we lost a previous percussionist our little drummer boy on his way to school broadsided in his car Hans Hinkle.You may be gone Nick but you will never go forgotten and now we have to angel s that are now drumming their hearts out! RIP Nick !My thoughts and prayers o all your moved loves !
Bob & Lynne Drake
May 21, 2019
So sorry to hear about your son, Nicholas' passing in April. You, Peg and the rest of your family have Lynne and my deepest sympathies. His dry, witty sense of humor stuck with me - not unlike his dad's - and his exuberant spirit celebration of life was a model for all to follow. He will be missed.
Thomas Pokladowski
May 20, 2019
Dear Eric & Margaret,
It was with great sorrow that we read about Nicholas. We know that no words can ease your pain and grief at this time. We lost our 9 year old son, Phillip, 38 years ago and we still remember the anguish we experienced.
We heard many people say many things. Some were comforting and understanding while others were insensitive, although we are sure, unintentional. People who have not experienced what you are encountering have no idea of what to say or what to do. All we can say is that we are truly sorry for your loss and we feel your pain. God bless you.
Our prayers and thoughts are with you,
Tom & Pam Pokladowski
T. M.
May 20, 2019
Our thoughts are with the Lutz family at this sad time. May God heal your broken hearts. (Psalm 147:3)
Jammir G
May 20, 2019
You were one of the good ones Nick!
pamela beekman
May 20, 2019
Very shocked to hear this ! My condolences and prayers....so sorry he was a excellent musician and friend to both of my sons in the Howell Band Percussion Section and so very well liked. I went to school and graduated with his Aunt Lindsay .
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