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Nicholas Hudanish Obituary
AGE: 24 • Point Pleasant
Nicholas T. Hudanish, 24, of Point Pleasant, N.J. died November 24, 2016 in Winter Springs, Florida. He was born December 30, 1991 in Jersey Shore Medical Center, Neptune, N.J. the son of Thomas P. Hudanish Jr. and Kerry (Ward) Hudanish. He attended Point Pleasant schools and graduated with honors from Point Pleasant Boro High School in 2010, where he was a member of the Key Club, Jazz Ensemble, National Honor Society, and Football team all four years. He received the Who's Who for Middle School Students and was an All Shore Scholar Athlete in Football. He attended Rutgers University 2010-2015 majoring in Psychology, and a member of the Delta Phi Fraternity.
Nicholas was a creative and talented young man. He had a love of learning and enjoyed spending time with his friends and family. His interest in classic cars kept him busy working on his friends cars and remodeling his own 1986 Monte Carlo. He was a gifted musician and singer who could play the piano, keyboards, bass, and electric guitar. He could listen to a song and play it back without seeing the music, and loved jamming with his friends. His YouTube videos show how talented he truly was and his outstanding musicianship. He achieved a dream this summer by performing on stage at The Stone Pony in Asbury Park. His smile and laugh was infectious and his warmth and kindness affected all who had the opportunity to get to know him.
He worked security during the summers for Jenkinsons and Martells on the boardwalk in Point Pleasant Beach, N.J. before being employed by AmeriCorp Vista Program as a Marketing and Communications Coordinator at the Jewish Renaissance Medical Center in Perth Amboy, N.J.
Nicholas is survived by his parents Thomas Hudanish,Jr., Perth Amboy, Kerry Hudanish and brother Zachary of Point Pleasant; his paternal grandmother Concetta Hudanish; his aunts and uncles Sean and Kelly Ward, Jeffrey and Melissa Hudanish; cousins Bridget, Shannon, Tara, Megan, Erin, Madison, Jeremy, and the rest of his family and loving friends. Nicholas is preceded by his paternal grandfather Thomas P. Hudanish,Sr., and his maternal grandparents Eugene and Lucille Ward.
A foundation has been created in memory of our son Nicholas. The Nicholas Hudanish Foundation will strive to provide Drug and Behavioral Health curriculum and education to local high schools for the prevention of addiction. Memorial contributions would be greatly appreciated. Please send your donations in Nicholas's name to The Nicholas Hudanish Foundation; 703 Hommann Avenue, Perth Amboy, N.J. 08861.A memorial service will be held in honor of Nicholas on March 18, 2017, 10:00a.m. at St. Peter's Church, 406 Forman Avenue, Point Pleasant Beach, N.J. All are welcome to attend.
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Linda Ryan
March 19, 2018
I received a flyer about the Nicholas Hudanish Foundation at Stop & Shop last week. Normally, I would just throw it out when I got home, but something told me to see what it was.
I'm so glad I did and I am so sincerely sorry for your loss. I have a son Nick's age and I feel this in my heart. Sending your family much love and healing light, and more love.
PS. He has the most beautiful eyes :-)
Marge Kulesza
February 6, 2017
My sons Jack and Robby loved Nick very much. I remember Nick comming to the house and he would always have so much to talk about. He seemed to have so much passion and creativity. Nick helped my son Robby play quitar . I will always remeber Nick as a passionate, creative , funny.intelligiant young man with a beautiful soul.
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Connie Sutton
January 16, 2017
Oh i am so sorry, and sadden by this. Sending prayers and condolences to the family. Nicholas was a great kid!
Joan Ward
January 16, 2017
To the Hudanish family, I am so sorry for your loss. All my prayers & sympathy are with you at this difficult time.
May God be with you.
Joan
JEFFREY Rauch
January 16, 2017
Tom, I am so sorry for your loss. My prayers are out to Nicholas and your family. Only time will heal.
Marilyn Ott
January 16, 2017
Although you don't know me, Nick was good friends with my nephew Jack Kulesza. He came over the house many times. He was always so sweet and courteous and genuine. A very handsome sensitive young man. My mother who was in her 90s at the time adored him. I am so sorry for your loss. My heart breaks for you and your family. Prayers being said.
Danny Gallop
January 15, 2017
God bless you and your family and my condolences to you and your family. Rest in piece Nicholas.
Tara Mervine Maffei
January 15, 2017
Prayers for healing to the Hudanish family. We are so very sorry for your loss.
Noelle Zaleski
January 15, 2017
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
So sorry for your loss.
Sue Kellers
January 15, 2017
Kerry ...What a wonderful, caring son you raised .. my heart breaks for you as this is the worst thing for a mom to endure . Your parents were my teachers in high school and we all loved them ... especially your mom ...he seems to have had a very successful, happy life. Zachary, cherish the happy memories you have ..I'm sure he was the best brother ever !
Jennifer Slater
January 15, 2017
My heart is with the Hudanish family. I am deeply saddened to read that Nick is no longer with us. My son Chris was very good friends with Nick many years ago. I remember him as a sweet sensitive boy, and was so happy that my son had found such a good friend. Rest easy, Nick.
January 15, 2017
Kerry,
You were a loving and devoted mom to Nick.I know he brought so much joy to you. I last remember you telling me he was going to be playing at The Pony. My heart breaks for you. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your entire family now and forever. Hugs Kerry!!! Love and deepest sympathy-Cathy Cannon
Rosemary Heckendorn
January 15, 2017
Great memories from K-12th grade.Smart,handsome,talented and kind are just a few words to describe Nick.The senior ball pictures that we had taken on our front lawn will always be precious to us.May you rest in peace.Thoughts and prayers for your family as they navigate these difficult days.God bless,Rosemary,Joe and Tori Heckendorn
Nick, Mom, and Zack
Kerry Hudanish
January 15, 2017
Nicholas, I can't describe how I feel without you in my life. My sweet son, I will always remember you and I hold you deep in my heart ❤! I love you now, always, and forever!
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