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Nicholas Baylock Obituary
July 7, 1993 - March 28, 2017
Resident of Belmont
Nick passed away on Tuesday March 28th after a long, tough battle with sarcoma. His life was cut too short at just 23 years old but he loved every moment of it. When asked how he wanted to be remembered he said, "A man filled with life and love. A sports database, loving husband, and devoted son. Enjoyed every minute of life". Nick was always up for a challenge whether it be an eating contest, a sports trivia question or his battle against cancer. He never gave up and never stopped living.
Nick was the biggest Warriors and Giants fan, watching every game religiously even if he had to yell at the television a little bit to help coach them. He graduated from Burlingame High School where he was a three-sport Panther athlete and a member of the 2010 CCS championship baseball team. Nick worked at Sam's Sandwiches in downtown Burlingame where he loved eating their delicious sandwiches and, of course, working a little bit too. After graduating from the University of San Diego in 2015, Nick worked in sales at Nutanix in San Jose; which was his dream job at a Silicon Valley start-up that went public while he was battling cancer. He was frequently a top salesman driven by competition and he often set the record for number of phone calls made just because he could.
He met the love of his life, Natalie, three years ago and they shared the most amazing memories together and married in December. He never came close to beating her on the golf course, but it was one of the rare competitions where he didn't mind. During the six month battle she never left his side, staying every night alongside him to be his personal nurse and cheerleader. Nick passed away at Stanford Medical Center with his family by his side and his chin held high. He is survived by his loving wife, Natalie, his parents Joe and Cathy Baylock of Burlingame, brother, A.J. of San Bruno, grandmothers Mary Thompson and Rosina Baylock, uncles, cousins and beloved in-laws and friends Bob, Patti and Sabrina Bodnar of Pleasanton.
A memorial service will be held at 12pm on Saturday April 8th at St. Catherine of Siena Catholic Church, 1310 Bayswater Ave. Burlingame, CA 94010. There will be a celebration of life to follow at the parish center from 1-4pm. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Sarcoma Foundation of America (curesarcoma.org) or the Burlingame Youth Baseball Association, P.O. Box 1633 Burlingame, California 94010 in memory of Nicholas Baylock. Nick will be missed but never forgotten.
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MARSHA BEGUN
March 27, 2025
His memory is always a blessing. Sending love to the Baylock family. Marsha, for the Begun family
Teacher Marci
March 27, 2022
I'm glad that I got to be Nick's preschool teacher. He was a bright, and happy child.
I think of him often.
Love to the Baylocks.
Cathy Baylock
August 27, 2017
I am finally having the courage to visit this page after many months and want all of you to know how much our family appreciates your kind words and memories of Nick. The Little League World Series championship is on TV right now and I am remembering fondly many championships, home runs and Nick's two appearances in Cooperstown...Love Nick's Mom
Arlene Nunziati
April 23, 2017
Sincere condolences to the family.
Steve Martinez
April 23, 2017
Joe, Cathy, A.J., and Natalie,
I just heard from my son about Nicholas's passing. I was not aware of his illness; I am so sorry for your loss. As you may recall, my older son Nicholas was his teammate on that 2010 CCS Championship team. It was a fun time and great memories. I always loved to see "Nicky" pitch! He had such a southpaw flare and he had a way of lighting up a room with his smile. I remember the connection with our sons' first names and both being born in Stamford, CT. As you remember all the happy times with Nicholas, he will live in your hearts forever!
With Love,
The Martinez family
Lucas Family
April 18, 2017
We send our heartfelt sympathy to your family during this difficult time. May God (Ps.147:3) give you the help needed to cope with such a sad loss. Nick will truly be mssed and never forgotten.
Walter Haefeker
April 12, 2017
Dear Joe, Cathy and AJ,
we heard about the tragic loss of your son who was just starting out in life. Our thoughts are with you.
Walter & Angelika with Marc and Tommy
Myrna Fernandez
April 8, 2017
Dear Cathy Joe and AJ:
So very sorry for the loss of your son and brother, Nick.
My sympathies and prayers go out to at this difficult time. He is looking upon you and with angels now.
May God comfort you during this time
April 8, 2017
Cathy and Joe
We didn't know Nicholas but he sounds like a great person, son and husband. This isn't an easy time for all of you but there is a lot of love and sorrow from everyone whom you and Nicholas touched.
All of our love to you.
Leslie and John McQuaide, Burlingame, CA
Bruce and Diane Wirgler
April 7, 2017
Cathy, Joe, and AJ-
Our heartfelt sympathies to you and the rest of your family- this really hits home for us since Chris and "Nicky" were together so much when they were kids - Cathy thank you for your hours of watching over Chris when he was young. Wish there was something more we could do except just sharing our words - if you need anything please call on us.
Mark Margevicius
April 7, 2017
Dear Baylock family, we are so sorry for your loss. May our dear Lord be with you during these difficult times. You remain in my prayers.
Carolyn Livengood
April 6, 2017
Cathy, you and your family have my heartfelt sympathy. As a parent, I can only imagine the sorrow you and your husband must feel along with your son's wife and other family members.
I will pray that all of you find peace and strength to go on just as your son did. He is certainly an inspiration!
❤,Teacher Marci
April 4, 2017
April 4, 2017
Cathy, Joe and AJ,
You are in our prayers.
Michelle and Dave
Privitera
Ann Musso
April 4, 2017
Cathy, Joe and A.J., my heart is broken over the loss of Nick. No words can express my sadness for you. God bless you. Ann
April 3, 2017
Dear Baylock Family, it is with great sadness to hear of your beloved son Nicki -- he brought all of us such great memories, not only as a good baseball player, but as a person. We are just praying for your family, and love each and every one of you.
With all our love and prayers, Nick, Jack, Adam, Lauren, Lisa
and Mike Liberty
Chris Lafond
April 3, 2017
Nick's memory will live on with so many people, even those of us that never had the opportunity to spend time in his presence. You are all in my thoughts and prayers today and always.
Donna Colson
April 2, 2017
Dearest Baylock Family, It was our pleasure to know Nick with his fiesty spirit and to meet his beautiful wife Natalie. What a blessing to have found his soul mate and brought you a loving daughter. We have been thinking of you all daily. Nick left an indelible impression on all he met in his larger than life way. A wonderful young man who loved his family genuinely, deeply, and obviously. Please accept our deepest condolences for your loss. Donna, Eric, Clare, and Grace Colson
Carrie Klyver
April 2, 2017
Although most of us never had the privilege of meeting Nick in person, we surely "knew" him through praying with his mother throughout Nick's battle with cancer. We knew he was deeply loved by his family, and we felt that love as we prayed for him. Now we share the grief, but we are also grateful that we were part of the life of this young man who gave so much joy to so many. Our heartfelt prayers are with the Baylock family. With love and blessings from the women of Cathy's table at WBS.
Tom Marriscolo
April 2, 2017
Cathy, Joe and the entire Baylock Familiy.
Please accept my deepest sympathies on the passing of Nick. Know that you all will be remembered in my thoughts and prayers.
April 1, 2017
What a cute boy he was on that Burlingame Youth Softball team when the kids were first graders! It was clear then that he was a committed athlete. So sweet and full of energy and fun.
We are so sorry for your loss. May his memory be a blessing for all of us. .
Love,
The Begun Family,
Alvin, Marsha, Zoe and Joseph
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