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Nicholas Cifuni Obituary
Born September 1942 passed away with family by his side on January 5, 2024 in Wellington Florida.
Nick leaves behind his loving wife of 58 years Judy. Survived by his children Andrew(Eileen), Donna(Rick), Matt(Carolyn); Grandchildren Nicolette(Alex), Jessica, Ricky(Shannah), Brooke, Nick, Gabrielle, Joe, Ryan, Briellle, Rogan; Great Grandchild Kali.
Nick taught for 32 years at Hauppauge High School and was a Hall of Fame cross country and track coach, winning numerous county and state titles. Nick's disciplined teaching and coaching style produced many champions in and out of the classroom and helping many go on to success at the collegiate level. Nick remained in contact and friends with many of his students and athletes until the day he passed.
After retirement Nick and Judy moved to Florida and traveled the world together. But their favorite travels were to see family and friends in Florida and New York. He earned his black belt in Ju Jitsu and loved to lift weights and go on walks.
A celebration of life will happen Monday January 22nd from 4pm to 8pm at Moloney's Lake Funeral Home in Ronkonkoma, NY.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks for donations to be made in his honor to St. Judes Hospital and Wounded Warriors Project.
132 Ronkonkoma Avenue, Lake Ronkonkoma, NY 11779
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Helen and Frank Murdock
January 22, 2024
Nick Cifuni was the track coach to two of our sons, Frank and Paul. At the same time he kept us in touch with how they were doing academically. He also expressed concern if at times they appeared to becoming friends with those who were troublesome. We appreciated seeing Nick at the track meets and the deep interest he had in our sons and all the other team members. Helen and Frank Murdock.
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