Name: Visitation for Nicholas W. "Nick" Ganacoplos
Start: 2020-01-20T21:00:00.000Z
End: 2020-01-21T00:00:00.000Z
Location: Byles-Groton Memorial Home - Groton

East Lyme - Nicholas "Nick" W. Ganacoplos, 70, of East Lyme passed away peacefully with his family by his side Wednesday, Jan. 15, 2020, at Lawrence + Memorial Hospital in New London. He was born in New London Oct. 18, 1949, the son of William and Mary Tsesmelis Ganacoplos. Nick was married to Patricia Leigner Feb. 19, 1972, in Groton.

He worked as a manager for the former Anderson Little Clothing in Groton and had been a salesman for both Secor Volvo Cars and M. J. Sullivan Automotive Corner in New London.

He graduated from Robert E. Fitch Sr. High School in Groton and served in the U. S. Army Reserve. He was a member of the New London Lodge of Elks, the Shennecossett Yacht Club, Shennecossett Beach Club and the Baldwin Yacht Club.

Besides his wife, he is survived by his sons, Christopher Ganacoplos of Weehawken, N.J. and Nicholas P. and his wife Sabrina Ganacoplos of Salem; his sister Pamela Ganacoplos; and his grandchildren, Lily and Nickolas.

Visiting hours will be from 4 until 7 p.m. Monday, Jan. 20, at the Byles-Groton Memorial Home, 310 Thames Street. A funeral service will be held at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, Jan. 21, also at the funeral home. Interment will be in Elm Grove Cemetery, Mystic.

In lieu of flowers, donations in his memory may be directed to Christ Lutheran Church, 24 Society Road, Niantic, CT 06359. Please visit www.byles.com to sign the guest book or share a memory.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The Day on Jan. 19, 2020.

Memories and Condolences
for Nicholas Ganacoplos

Sponsored by Byles-Groton Memorial Home - Groton.

20 Entries

Peter Fenaughty

February 3, 2020

Pat, Im so sorry to hear about Nicks passing,
He was such a nice guy, Always smiling and
In such good spirits whenever I saw him at the dock at Shenny. We would talk about our boats and we shared a few cigars together,,
He will be missed.God bless

January 27, 2020

Dear Chris and Ganacoplos family,
we are so sorry for your loss. Nick sounds like a wonderful man who lived a full life and treasured his time with family. I know he will live on, through you and in your hearts. The Dowd family sends love and prayers.
Patrick

L. Michael Clancy

January 23, 2020

To Pat & Family, Jan & myself are so sorry to hear of Nick's passing. Nick and I played football together at Fitch Sr. High. Jan remembers those days she worked with Pat at the Sound Lab. OMG so long ago but does not seem that far away in our mind. We will pray for Nick and the Ganacoplos family. With Love, Mike & Jan Clancy

Ken Kelley

January 22, 2020

I am so sorry to hear about the passing of Nick. Prayers and love to the whole family. I am a Jones parking lot guy and have known Nick for 10 years or so. What a delight to talk with him he was always gracious, had a great attitude and once he meets you he always remembers everyones nam. He will be missed !

David Walsh

January 21, 2020

We are shocked and saddened to hear that Nick has passed. Our deepest sympathies. Linda and David Walsh

alex papathanasiou

January 21, 2020

To the Ganacoplos family,
So sorry for your loss. Nick was a good man. +May his memory be eternal+ Amen.

Andrew Parrella

January 20, 2020

To the Ganacoplos family-

Sorry to hear of Nicks passing. Always a smiling face and gentleman and there for his family and friends. Rest in peace.

Richard Kerrigan

January 20, 2020

To the Ganacoplos Family, I am so sorry to hear about your loss. Nick and I were good friends in the Army in the 76th division. He was a good soldier. We had many good times together. I will miss him.

Jeff McKinney

January 20, 2020

I met Nick when he took over The Parking Lot and we became instant Friends. He always smiled and looked on the Bright side of every Situation. He loved Talking about Family, Boating and his Trips to Sint Martin. He was one of a Kind and a gentle Man. My Thoughts and Prayers are with the Family during this difficult time. May your Faith in God ease the suffering, and know he is in a better Place. RIP my dear Friend

Donna Carroll

January 20, 2020

My childhood memory of 'Footsie' coming to our house and playing cards with my brothers and parents. He was always full of smiles and warmth. As an adult, he sold me our 2 2006 Volvo's, which are still going strong. He was a good friend to many. My condolences to you all.
Donna Tarasevich Carroll

John & Angela Kinney

January 19, 2020

Ganacoplos family we like to extend our condolences for the loss of your husband, father, grandfather Nick. He was a very nice man that adored his family!
May you find peace as you heal from in time from your loss & let your memories help hold him close to your hearts ❤!

Jeff Barrette

January 19, 2020

Nick always represented a bright moment of my day during our encounters at the Jones Lot/ Electric Boat parking.
He knew everyone's name & always took the time to say "good morning", "have a great day" or for a short discussion on sports or family.
I've only known Nick for the past 1-1/2 years but I am missing him greatly already.

Please accept my prayers & deepest sympathy for your loss.

Alana Remley

January 19, 2020

I am so sorry to learn about the passing of Nick. Please let me know if I can help in any way. I can only imagine what you are all going through. Prayers and love to the whole family.

Lee Ann Olexy

January 19, 2020

Dear Pat and family,so very sorry to hear of Nick's passing.Hugs and prayers to you all.Fondly,Lee Ann[from the Gallery]

January 19, 2020

With our deepest sympathy
Dennis and Donna Sheehan
East Lyme, Ct,

Mark Fetcher

January 19, 2020

So very sorry for your loss.

Nick was a fine man, who I've known since he fitted me for my Bar Mitzvah suit in 1967!!!

Linda Von Winkle-Tomaszek

January 19, 2020

Pat and Family

So Sorry for your loss. May all your wonderful memories help you all in the days and weeks to come.

Philip Smith

January 18, 2020

To the Ganacoplos family and Chris-

I wanted to send prayers and condolences. Even though I never met Nick, I learned alot about him from his son, Chris.

The apple does not fall far from the tree. If Chris is anything like his Dad....then Nick was Priceless! Having been thru the same challenges of loss of a parent/s, being able to celebrate a life that was important to so many is rewarding. Every day is a gift...build a long bucket list and make your mark in life like Nick.

Chris mentioned to me there will be approx 500 people in attendance celebrating Nick's life. Amazing.
Rewarding. Humbling.

Godspeed, prayers and I will be there in spirit as will be Nick.

Phil Smith
Chicago, IL

Lee Wildes

January 17, 2020

Dear Pat and family. Joanne and I are so sorry to hear of Nicks passing. Nick was a good friend for over 50 years. Some of my most memorable times were spent with Nick. It could be at the beach, on the boat, out on Fishers Island, playing cards, nightclubbing, or getting something to eat. Many a time Nick was the center of the fun. I consider myself fortunate to have known Nick and have him as a friend. Lee and Joanne Wildes

Sandra & James Sinkowski

January 17, 2020

Dear Pat,
We are so sorry to hear of the passing of your beloved Nick. I remember fondly meeting him in school, when the two of you started dating and being a bridesmaid in your wedding Such a beautiful couple! Nick was always kind and such a gentleman.
Our sincere sympathy as you and your family mourn the loss of your sweet husband.
Love,
Sandy&Sink
Groton, CT

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