Nicholas Steven Dahl

Nicholas S. Dahl, 30, of Mount Airy, MD, Brooklyn, NY, Los Angeles, CA and around the world, died suddenly, October 14, 2022. He was born, April 8, 1992 in Baltimore, MD, the son of Steven M. Dahl and Ellen Finnerty Myers. He attended South Carroll High School and New York University where he majored in Politics.
Nic loved to travel. He spent a year abroad in Spain and China during college. He has traveled more continents and countries than his parents combined, but New York City was the only place Nic ever wanted to be. From a very early age, he walked the streets of New York like he owned them. He loved the Opera, music, every museum he ever walked into, and Broadway.
Nic was a prolific writer and reader. He created and shared poems during family gatherings, friends' weddings, and on social media. He was wordy and worldly. His favorite childhood book was, I Love You The Purplest written by Barbara Joosse and illustrated by Mary Whyte. He was convinced the little blond-haired boy in the book was him and the brown-haired boy was his brother, Finn. Every year on Mother's Day, Nic and Finn sent their mother a beautiful bouquet of purple flowers. Purple remained Nic's favorite color throughout his life.
Nic was colorful from day one. A proud LGBTQ man, his political passions fueled his crusade for equality. He loved being part of the gay community!
Nic was beautiful in every way. He saw beauty in every person, thing, and moment. He created beautiful tablescapes and spaces.
He was also a fashionista. He adored his sisters, and often gave them unique fashion advice. Somehow his eye was always spot on before the trends.
He wanted so badly to stay sober. He made sober friends easily no matter where he went. They all loved him and he loved them. With their support, he completed three Triathlons.
Nic is survived by his loving parents and step-parents; Steve and Betsy Dahl and Ellen and Doug Myers; his brother, Finn Dahl; and his sisters, Theresa and Ansleigh Myers, and Kate Lau. He also leaves behind his maternal grandparents, Jack and Mary Finnerty of Rochester, NY; and his maternal step-grandparents, Phyllis and Fred Reinhard of West Chester, PA and Ann Kepner of Gainesville, VA. He is also survived by many loving aunts, uncles, cousins, and second cousins. Not to be forgotten are his dearest friends and chosen family in New York City. He was predeceased by his paternal grandparents, Stan and Marylou Dahl of Wayne, NJ and paternal step-grandparents, Stan and Dorothy Myers of Surf City, NJ and his maternal step-grandfather, Chase Kepner of Gainesville, VA.
Nic's philosophy was to: Allow. Witness. Keep quiet. Listen for the call of a higher purpose. The call is the truth. The truth is the way. Hear the call. Heed the call. It liberates. It fosters creation. In higher calling fate awaits. If you would like to read more of Nicholas' words and view his favorite pictures, please visit at www.nicholasdahl.com
Funeral arrangements are being handled by Fletcher Funeral Home in Westminster, MD. A gathering of family and friends to share Nic's many VIBES will be on Wednesday, October 26, 2022 between the hours of 1-5 p.m. at The Visionary Arts Museum, Jim Rouse Visionary Center, Third Floor, 840 Key Highway, Baltimore, MD 21230. A Program of Remembrance will be held at 2:30 P.M. Abundant metered parking is available on Covington Street and Key Highway. Paid parking is also available in the public lot at The Rusty Scupper Restaurant on Key Highway. If you will be joining us for the remembrance please wear Purple.
Nic loved flowers. It would honor him immensely if you would display a bouquet in your home this week. In lieu of flowers to the family, please consider a donation in Nic's name to the Van Ness Recovery House, 1919 N. Beachwood Dr., Los Angeles, CA 90068. www.vannessrecoveryhouse.com
Nic would want to help others struggling.