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Bizaro, Nicholas F. TROY Nicholas F. Bizaro, 55, of East Acres, died Monday, October 30, 2006 at Samaritan Hospital, after a brief illness. Born in Troy, he was the son of Mary Hunter Bizaro of Lansingburgh and the late Frank Bizaro and beloved husband of Grace Liney Bizaro of Brunswick. A lifelong Troy resident, he was a graduate of Catholic Central High School, class of 1969, Hudson Valley Community College and attended Siena College. Nick was a retired insurance salesman with the John Hancock Insurance Co. in Albany and previously worked for Portec, Inc. in Troy where he served as president of the local steelworkers union. Nick was an avid sports fan and especially enjoyed the Saratoga Flat Track. Survivors, in addition to his wife Grace and his mother Mary include two daughters, Amy Bizaro of Troy and Jessica Bizaro of Manhattan; five sisters, Christine Wilcox (Michael) of Lansingburgh, Cynthia Wilson, of Troy, Francine Ratoon (Reuben) of Schaghticoke, Karen Barrows (Robert) of Cohoes and Mary Beth Bizaro of Lansingburgh and a brother, Frank "Tory" Bizaro of Lansingburgh; his mother-in-law, Jeanne Liney of Green Island; brother-in-law and dear friend Glenn Liney of North Greenbush; several nieces and nephews, and his dog and little companion "Eddie". The funeral will be on Thursday from the McLoughlin Mason Home, Lansingburgh. The family requests that friends and relatives attend the Mass of Christian Burial on Thursday at 11:00 a.m. in Sacred Heart Church, Troy with Rev. Gary Mercure, the pastor, officiating. Burial will be in St. Mary's Cemetery, Troy. Relatives and friends may also call Wednesday from 4 to 8 p.m. at the funeral home. Memorial donations to the American Cancer Society, 260 Osborne Road, Loudonville, NY 12211, would be appreciated. For guest book, please visit www.mcloughlinmason.com

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Published by Albany Times Union from Oct. 31 to Nov. 1, 2006.

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Frank eates

October 24, 2007

To the Bizaro family - My mother just past on (10/22/07) - as I was reviewing the guestbook for her, and on the funeral home website, I noticed Nick was there from a year ago. I am so, so sorry. I did not know. I knew Nick back in the early 60's growing up. I also seen him a few years back at a "avengers reunion". Loved Nick then, and will now include him in my nitely prayers - we will alle-united one day - all the best to the Bizaro family.

Ellen Hotz

November 27, 2006

Dear Grace
I am so sorry for your loss. Please take care of yourself, I will keep you in my prayers.

Kevin Connolly

November 16, 2006

Grace, I was saddened to learn of Nick's passing. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Take care.

Sandra Brown

November 14, 2006

Aunt Mary & Family,

I was so sad when Karen called and gave me the news about Nick. My deepest symphony to you and the family. Now heaven has another wonderful person to join his father and his uncle Steve. If you or the family need anything please give me a call. Love, Sandy

Sandra Brown

November 14, 2006

Grace,

My sincere sympathy to you and your family over the loss of your husband. I know we have never met but my father Steve spoke very highly of you and knew that Nick loved you very much. If there is anything I can do please don't hesitate to ask.

BARB HOFHEINZ

November 12, 2006

GRACIE,
MY MOM AND I ARE SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. PLEASE KNOW WE ARE THINKING OF YOU AND KEEPING YOU IN OUR PRAYERS

Angela Dinardo

November 11, 2006

Cindy...my sincere sympathy to you and your family over the loss of your brother...I am so sorry I was not able to be with you during your services...please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Brendan Flanigan

November 7, 2006

Amy & Grace,
Though I met your father briefly, I could feel he was really a great man, warm and kind. My condolences to you and your entire family during this difficult time. With deep sympathy, Brendan

John Mahoney

November 7, 2006

Grace,Glenn & Family,
Please accept my condolences . Nick was a wonderful man.

Christie (Rumpler) Gamache

November 6, 2006

Dear Amy and the entire Bizaro family, I am so very sorry to hear of your loss. Many thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this very difficult time.

Lynn and Mike De Deo

November 6, 2006

Beth and Andrew,
I am sorry to hear about Nick's passing. Please accept my deepest sympathies.

Lynn and Mike De Deo

November 6, 2006

Amy,
I am so sorry to hear about your dad. May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Joe Dinardo

November 4, 2006

Grace,Glenn,Karen,Marybeth,Torry and the rest of the Bizaro family, im truley sorry for your loss. Nick was a great man and my prayers are with you through this sad time in life.

Robert Dickson

November 3, 2006

Be Still

Be still like the grass on a melancholy summer day
Be still like desert shrub.

Be calm and you will hear your loved one speak, in the stillness, in the calm, their love resounds.

If you are still this promise I make, you will hear the voice of your loved one helping you along your way.

KATHY SMITH (WACHSMAN)

November 2, 2006

TO MARY SO SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT YOUR SON NICK MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY GOES OUT TO YOU AND YOUR FAMILY ,NICK WILL BE REMEMBERED IN MANY WAYS MAY HE REST IN PEACE WITH HIS DAD. I REMEMBERED MARY WHEN YOU PLAYED BINGO WITH SHIRLEY AT THE ICC.

Melissa Shudt Jerominek

November 2, 2006

Dear Grace and family,
I am so very sorry. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Mary Jean Fitzgerald-McCarthy (Topping)

November 2, 2006

Fran, Cindy and Family:
I'm sorry to hear of your loss, I will keep you and your family in my prayers during this very dificult time.

Donna Trainor

November 2, 2006

Dear Cindy,
I'm so sorry to hear about the loss of your brother. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Mikaline VanKuren

November 2, 2006

Big Nickie
He lived well,laughed often and was loved by many!
A legend in his own time!

May He Rest In Peace

ERIN HILL

November 2, 2006

I ONLY KNEW NICK FOR A WEEK AND WHILE I TOOK CARE OF HIM IN ICU, I GREW TO LOVE AND ENJOY HIM. GRACIE, AMY, JESS, TORY, ANTHONY, FRAN, CINDY, CHRIS, GLENN, MOMMA BIZARO AND ALL OTHERS THAT I'VE MET, I AM SADDENED BY YOUR LOSS AS WELL AND WILL FOREVER HOLD YOU ALL DEAR TO MY HEART AND WILL KEEP YOU IN MY PRAYERS.

ERIN (SAMARITAN, RN)

Don Peters

November 2, 2006

To the Bizaro Family,
So sorry to hear of your loss.
It's been a long time since 8th St.
and Lake Loraine.
I fondly remember Christine, Cynthia ,Francine,Karen and Tory.
Whenever I meet anybody that knew
the family, they always have high
praise for Nicky.
You're all in my heart & prayers.

Sincerely,
Donnie Peters

Patti Meister

November 1, 2006

Dear Karen & Bob,
So sorry to hear about your loss.Just remember how lucky you both are to have a brother and a brother - law who loved and touch so many peoples life's.Take care and you both are in my thought's and prayer's.

Mary (mazzrillo,maloney) Armao

November 1, 2006

The Bizaro Family
I am really sorry for your loss. I knew Nick a long time ago. He was a good friend of my late husband and godfather to my daughter. I'm sure he will be missed by all who knew him.

Lou Caruso Jr

November 1, 2006

Grace, Torri, Glenn and the Bizaro family my heart is deeply sadden Nick was a long time friend an i'll miss his smiling face coming through my door for a hair cut, he gave me hope an comfort when i was going through my bad time. God Bless your in my prayers forever

KATHY SMITH (WACHSMAN)

November 1, 2006

TO CINDY FRANNIE AND FAMILY I AM SO SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT NICK MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY GOES OUT TO ALL OF YOU AT THIS DIFFICULT TIME, I REMEMBERED NICK FROM 8th STREET WHEN WE ALL HUNG AROUND THERE . NICK WAS A WONDERFUL GUY . I KNEW ALL THE GIRLS CINDY AND I WERE GOOD FRIENDS .MAY HE REST IN PEACE WITH WITH THE GUARIDAN ANGEL BY HIS SIDE ,

Sue Schumaker

November 1, 2006

Cindy & Fran &Family Sorry to hear about the loss of your brother Nick, He was a great guy, I worked with him at St. Mary's Hosp. during high school. You are in my thoughts and my prayers.

Carl Campbell

November 1, 2006

To all the members of Nick's family, please accept my deepest sympathy. Nick was wonderful lifelong friend, and he will be sorely missed.On behalf of all my family, I wish you all the best during this very difficult time.

Share Singleton Mancuso

November 1, 2006

I knew Nick in CCHS Class of '69. He was kind, sweet and friendly. I'm sorry for your loss.

Joan Roberts

November 1, 2006

Cindy,Fran and Family, I am so sorry to hear of your loss of your brother. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Fortune A. Macri

November 1, 2006

I am deeply sorry for your loss.
Nick was a good friend too me...

Jackie Mulica (Taylor)

November 1, 2006

Grace-
I am very sorry to hear of your loss. Please know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. You are a strong woman and I know you will pull through this!

Kathy Testo

November 1, 2006

Grace and Family,
May the love of friends and family help you through this most difficult time. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Michael Koshgarian jr

November 1, 2006

Grace, Glenn, and Bizaro family, my deepest sympathy with the loss of Nicky, he was truly an original guy , his memory will live on in talk and rememberance.

joni richter

November 1, 2006

Grace...i am so sorry for your devastating loss.... i offer you my prayers, and my friendship... and yet i know there are no words to bring peace to your heart...

Darren,Maura and Chris King

November 1, 2006

Grace, Marybeth,Chris,Tori,Andrew
We are deeply sorry for your loss our prayers are with you and your family

Mike Fisher (aka Zeke Moon)

November 1, 2006

To the family, my deepest sympathy on your loss. Nick was truly one of the good guys.

JANICE HEWIG

November 1, 2006

Dear Glenn and Grace - Only time will help, but you will have your wonderful memories forever. What a "SPECIAL" person NICK was. I am blessed to have known him. You are all in my prayers.

Debra Lessard (Pivoda)

November 1, 2006

Nikki,
You will be missed by all!!!
I'm just glad I knew a great person like you.

Derek George

November 1, 2006

Grace,

I know you know our thoughts and prayers are with you, Glenn and the entire family.
We are all blessed to have known Nicky. He will always remain in our hearts, thoughts and prayers.

Marlene and Derek

Jerry Cannon

November 1, 2006

Grace,
You and your entire family are in my thoughts and prayers.

Lori Hartnett Sherman

November 1, 2006

Dearest Grace, Glenn & family, I'm so sorry for your loss. Nicky was such a wonderful person with a beaming personality, my thoughts and prayers are with you.
With Love, Lori Hartnett

Fiore Tedesco

November 1, 2006

Grace..... words can not really convey how heavy the heart weighs and my sorrow for your loss. What I do know is I was proud to be a friend of Nicky's and very proud of the man that he evolved to be in life. My heart goes out to you, his children, and to Glenn, his loyal and true lifetime friend. Nicky touched the life of many people in many ways and was thought highly of by all. I will forever celebrate his life and the laughter we shared. He was a man among men......

Jack and Lois Taylor

November 1, 2006

Dear Glenn -

Please know our thoughts and prayers are with you at this most difficult time.

Sincerely,

Jack and Lois

Maria Millington-MacGregor

November 1, 2006

Grace, Glenn and family...I am so very sad and heartbroken for your loss and for the loss of a truly wonderful friend! I was blessed to have known him, and I am fortunate to have spent such great times with him. This is sad for all who where lucky enough to have had him in our lives! You are all in my thoughts and prayers.

Colleen and Henry Albarelli

November 1, 2006

Dear Glen:
Please except our sincere condolences at the loss of your best friend and brother-in-law. You are in our thoughts and in our prayers.
Love, Colleen and Henry

Colleen and Henry Albarelli

November 1, 2006

Dear Grace:
Words cannot express our heartfelt sadness in your loss of Nicky. I'm sure his arms are around you and holding you during this most difficult time. "At Last" he is suffering no more and is at peace.
May God Bless You.
Love, Colleen and Henry

Chris Whyland

November 1, 2006

Grace,
I wish I knew what to say. I love you and I loved Nicky dearly. Please know I will always be there if you need me.

Nancy Brennan

November 1, 2006

Amy and Jess: I was sorry to hear of your dad's passing. Know that you and Nick's family are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.

Caroline O'Connor

November 1, 2006

Grace,
I am sorry for your loss, if you need me, just call.

Sharon Boxley

November 1, 2006

Please accept my sincere condolences...you are all in my thoughts and prayers.
May God Bless your family

Vanessa Ciavardoni

October 31, 2006

Nick, I hate the thought of never seeing you walk through the door at Testo's, you always brightened my day and put a smile on my face, I will miss you tremendously.
To Grace and Glen, my thoughts are with you both during this difficult time, I am truly sorry for your loss.

Mary and Rose Meehan

October 31, 2006

Grace,

Our deepest sympathy.

Walt Clickner

October 31, 2006

Please accept my deepest sympathies.

Rick, Fran, Ryan and MacKenzie Sprague

October 31, 2006

Bob, Karen, Grace and The Bizaro Family, Our heartfelt sympathies during this difficult time. Remember Nicky is now with his dad, at peace, worry and pain free. May he shine down and guide you during the difficult journey ahead. He is always a memory away. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.

Jane Padula Hennis

October 31, 2006

To the Bizaro Family: My deepest sympathies to all of you. I remember Nick from 8th Street and our days at St Peter's. I remember all of you sisters also. I can still see Nicky delivering papers to our house on 8th Street and standing in my Mom's kitchen waiting to be paid on Friday. It was such a simpler time then. May God comfort all of you at this time and show you His great love.

A patron of State of Grace

October 31, 2006

Grace;
Just want you to know that you are in my thoughts, Nick made you complete.
God bless you during this time.

Johnny O & Sheri

October 31, 2006

Cindy, Frannie & Karen,

So very sorry to read about the loss of your brother. Please accept our sincere condolences at this difficult time and know that our thoughts and prayers are with you and the rest of your family.

Dave Jubic

October 31, 2006

GOD BLESS YOU YOU NICK, and always remember SOUTH TROY AGAINST THE WORLD! We'll miss ya!

George Jubic

October 31, 2006

Condolances to the family on your terrible loss. I have known Nick for a number of years and know he will be greatly missed.

kelly & kenny clark

October 31, 2006

Dear Grace
I was so sad to read the paper today, Nick was one of my favorite people, he was always so kind. He will be so missed in Troy and the track. Our prayers are with you and your family.

Cathe (Blessing) Flood

October 31, 2006

To the Family of Nick Bizaro,

My thoughts and prayers are with you all. I knew Nick years and years ago but never forgot him. He was a great guy. May your memories bring you comfort at this time of such sorrow.

Cara Rych

October 31, 2006

Grace my heart sank when I read the paper today. I am so profoundly sorry for your loss. As you may imagine I don't really have any words of comfort, because I really don't think they exist. please know you are in my thoughts. If you need anything just let me know.

Pam Troue

October 31, 2006

Grace - please know how deeply sorry I am to hear of Nick's passing. It wasn't that long ago that my mother and I saw him at Verdile's eating in the lounge and talking about you! You and his family are in my thoughts and prayers during this very sad time. I'm here if you need anything at all!

Kelly Grady-Moscatiello

October 31, 2006

Dear Grace & Cindy, Please accept my sincere condolences on the loss of your husband and brother. So sad to lose someone so young and so loved. May you find peace and comfort in the many memories you are left with. My heart breaks for you and your entire family. Take Care.

October 31, 2006

Cindy, Grace, Amy and family,
We are sorry, it is so unfair. Just know Nick is all around you; keep his memories dear. Our prayers are with you, if there is anything we can do, please just call.
With deepest sympathy,
Robin and Joe

Kevin Buess

October 31, 2006

Grace,

I am so sorry for your loss. I just saw Nick a few weeks ago, and he comforted me on the loss of my mother. He was a longtime friend and all around good guy who will greatly be missed.My prayers are with you and your family during this time of sadness.

Sara Stevens

October 31, 2006

Grace and Family, My heartfelt condolences to all of you in your loss of Nicky. Troy will not be the same without him. He will be sorely missed, but he will always be watching over you.

Bill Rooney

October 31, 2006

Grace,

Our sorrow and support for you know no bounds. Susan and the boys and I are here for you for anything at all.

Bill Rooney

nadia trinkala

October 31, 2006

Grace,
My heart goes out to you and your family. If there is anything that I can do, please let me know. You are in my thoughts.0000000000x

AMY GROSS ROCKENSTIRE

October 31, 2006

MARYBETH ,ANDREW AND FAMILY
I'M SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS .
I KNOW HOW CLOSE YOU WERE TO YOUR BROTHER MAY GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY

Janice Powers

October 31, 2006

Grace and Karen,

I know how much you both truly loved Nick and cherished your time with him, I am so very sorry for your loss. My heart goes out to you both, you are in my thoughts and prayers.

Love,

Janice

Pam and Jeff McCumber

October 31, 2006

Dear Grace,
words cannot express our sincere sympathy - you are in our thoughts and prayers
love,
Pam and Jeff

SUE SISCO

October 31, 2006

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Karri Williams

October 31, 2006

Karen, Bob & family,
Sorry to hear about the loss of your brother. Our thoughts & prays are with you.He has now joined the rest of our special angels that watch over us every day.

Love Karri & Chris WIlliams & Mick Cahrenger

Sheila Drozd

October 31, 2006

Nick, I have know you my whole life. Cindy and I have been friends for forty+ years and I mean BEST friends. As we were growing up we always knew you were around somewhere watching over us. Know you are a symbol of Love and family. This world was a better place having you in it. My memories are eternal and my prayers are with you always. Love, Sheila Drozd

KIM and BILL HUSSEY

October 31, 2006

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Ruthie Teta

October 31, 2006

Dear Grace....My heart goes out to you and Nicks family...Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time..I know your husband will be greatly missed by all who knew him..I am so saddend by your loss ..He was truly a great guy...God Bless

Dexter Bishop

October 31, 2006

You are in my thoughts and prayers.

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