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Nicole Robertello Obituary
Ava/Oriskany
Nicole M. Robertello, 22, of Ava and formerly of Oriskany, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, February 6, 2010, due to injuries sustained in a snowmobile accident.
She was born on November 17, 1987, in New Hartford, NY, a daughter of William and Catherine (VanDerMeer) Robertello, Jr. She was a 2005 graduate of Oriskany High School. She attended M.V.C.C. where she played soccer, a sport that she loved and excelled in. She later attended the Art Institute of Charlotte.
Nicole was employed by the Head Start Program at the Utica Y.W.C.A; she was a member of St. Paul's Catholic Church in Whitesboro.
Nicole was a very athletic person who excelled in soccer and track in both high school and college. She loved the outdoors and loved spending time with her family who were very important to her. She also was a very artistic person who enjoyed drawing and painting.
She is survived by her parents, William and Catherine Robertello, of Oriskany; two sisters, Ashley and Taylor, both of Oriskany; her special friend and companion, Clayton Knutti, of Ava; her paternal grandparents, William and Patricia Robertello, of Oriskany, and her maternal grandparents, James and Alice VanDerMeer, of Las Vegas, NV; and her aunts and uncles, Cheryl and Tom Sreca, of Oriskany, Terri VanDerMeer and Scott Guthrie, of Tulsa, OK, and Shane Spencer, of Tucson, AZ. She also leaves her cousins, Matthew and Michael Sreca and Ryen Guthrie, and also many close and dear friends.
Funeral services will be held on Thursday at 9:30 AM at St. Paul's Catholic Church in Whitesboro where a Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated. Interment will be in Mt. Olivet Cemetery in Whitesboro. Family and friends are invited to call on Wednesday from 6:00 to 9:00 PM at the Dimbleby, Friedel, Williams & Edmunds Funeral Home, Forty Main St., Whitesboro.
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Memories and Condolences
for Nicole Robertello
Olia Mazuryk
March 8, 2010
Dear Mr. & Mrs. Robertello,
My daughter and I cannot express how sorry we are for the loss of your beautiful daughter.
Nicole, watched my daughter every day at school and at our home. Nicole loved children and they loved her. In my household, Nicole's passing has affected us both, but especially my 5 yr old daughter who loved her so.
She continues to be alive in our hearts and in my daughter's daily activities. She treasures the pictures Nicole drew for her and speaks of her often.
Please know that she was and continues to be loved by many and will be missed by all.
Our prayers are with you.
Olia and Christine Mazuryk
Julie Hetterich
February 22, 2010
Dear Bill and Catherine,
I was just in OF for the week and heard the news. I have been praying for your family since the night of the accident and didn't know it was you. Your heart will heal with lots of love, support and prayers. Take good care.
Love,
Julie, Paul Sarah and Stephen Hetterich (green house on 1st lake)
Al & Peg Fariello
February 21, 2010
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. Our deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
Tom Knight
February 13, 2010
Bill,
I do not have words my friend.. I can't even begin fathom your loss. You and your family are in my thoughts at this time.
February 12, 2010
To the Robertello family,
We attended high school with Cherly, Billy and Tom. We also know Bill and Pat. Our prayers and deepest sympathy are with your entire family from across the country.
Love Nick and Maria Domenico
Phoenix AZ
Maggy Milford-Altan
February 11, 2010
Dear Bill and Catherine,
Although I did not know your beautiful Daughter I had the pleasure of attending school with Bill. I can only imagine how beautiful she was as a person inside and out, and my heart goes out to you and all of your family. My deepest thoughts and prayer are with you from a far and my memories of Oriskany High are always with me.
God Bless and Peace be with your entire family.
Ash Harrison
February 10, 2010
To the Robertello family:
I send you prayer and support from Charlotte, NC.
The news of this tragedy had swept me off of my feet. I was fortunate to have been Nicci's roommate while she attended the Art Institute. She showed great determination in her studies and always put forth her best efforts. She was very caring, generous, smart, and strong willed. Even though I only knew her for a short period of time, it was time well spent and I and those who knew her down here will cherish those memories.
May the thoughts and prayers guide you through this time and may God be with you at all times. All of my best thoughts go out to you and her friends and I hope you all will be brought better days.
______________
Nicci you were taken too soon but, evidently God needed you. Thank you for the memories and may you rest in peace.
Todd Allen
February 10, 2010
To the Robertello family,
I am so sorry for your loss. Nicci was such a great person and friend to all that had the priviledge to know her. She was one of my closest friends growing up and I will always cherish the memories that I had with her. Her passion and love for soccer and track is one that people can look up. May her RIP and watch down on all of us as she will with a big smile on her face.
Nicci you are in a better place now but it was way to soon. I will never forget you and may you RIP. Ill miss you.
Todd Allen
Todd Allen
February 10, 2010
To the Robertello family,
I just wanted to say how sorry I am for your loss. Nicole was such a beautiful, happy, caring person. She was not a classmate of mine, she was a close friend. I was privileged to be able to know her and got to spend a lot of special times with her that I will never forget. Nicole loved to play sports as did I and her love and passion for soccer and track is one that people should look up too. My prayers are with you and your family. Nicole will always be looking down on her friends and family with a smile on her face!
My Deepest Sympathy,
Todd Allen
Olga Lyubezhanin
February 10, 2010
Nikki was an amazing team captain of the volleyball team. Us younger girls looked up to her and are glad that someone so strong and great led us. Those powerful spikes were always the highlight of our games and practices and kept us going. Nikki will always be remembered for her great leadership. Ash and Family, hold your heads up high, because somewhere from up above, she will always be watching and know that she touched the lives of many people.
Jenny Miller
February 10, 2010
To the Robertello Family:
Growing up in a small town meant knowing eachother as family. And Nicci was a family membor of Oriskany that can never be replaced. Her bubbly personality, determination, and charisma were qualities that could not be duplicated, and were admired by everyone she met. I have much respect for her parents for doing a great job raising such a beautiful soul.
To have been able to play sports along side Nicci has been a great honor. Her natural talent and hard work encouraged us all to be better athletes. I will cherish every memory- every moment.
Words can never tell how saddened I am by your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you always. I will miss you Nicci.
Kaitlyn Inocente-LaPlante
February 10, 2010
When I look up, I remember every moment we shared together. I remember always looking up to you as my big sister and trying to be like you in every way I could. Nicci. I still feel you next to me, smiling on the bus as a little girl, telling me all there is to know about being and athlete. I still hear you yelling at me telling me to "PUSH IT" through those last couple meters. I still feel your arms around me shielding me from the rain on the bleachers. I still see you laughing at me over in the sand pit at all the times we just couldn't seem to count my steps right for the long jump. =) I remember stealing PB&J's from Kris and all our talks about him ; ]. You were truly my inspiration for the girl I am today. I love you so much big sister. Suenos Dolces my angel.
To your Family: Nicci's but a mere smile away and a trip to the track, a look at her photo and she's right back! You didnt think God would let us have her forever did you? She's way too awesome for Him not to spend some time with her too! Nicci's teaching Jesus ALL about sports! Psalm 34: 17-18
February 10, 2010
To the Robertello Family;
We did not know Nicole but due know her grandparents. We are entering Nicole and her family in our prayers.
Rodger and Mary Pape
whitesboro,N.Y.
Myrtle Beach S.C.
MaryAlice Schreck
February 10, 2010
I am so sorry for your loss! My prayers are with you all!!
Amanda Lekki
February 10, 2010
Bill, Cathy, Ashley and Taylor,
I cannot describe the sympathy I feel for you and your family. Nicci was a wonderful person. I am so happy I had the pleasure of competing with her in soccer, volleyball and track. We have many great memories both on and off the field and court. She was a great teammate and an even greater friend.
You were wonderful parents, I don't remember you guys ever missing a game, you were a great support to her. It is because of you that she became a success in all her endevors. It is because of you she became such a strong women.
I know she is looking down on you now. Be strong! You have much support in our little community. My thoughts and Prayers are with you always! RIP Nicci
My Deepest Sympathy,
Amanda Lekki
Dave, Cindy, Brandon, Todd and Cody Allen
February 10, 2010
Bill, Cathy, Ashley, and Taylor,
We are so saddened by the loss of your beautiful daughter and sister. There are no words anyone can say to ease the pain for any of you right now. As parents of athletes and one of Nicole's classmates, we had the honor of witnessing Nicole's talent and determination, first hand. Whether it was at the Hershey Track Meet, high school track meets, or on a soccer field, it was evident that Nicole gave 110% to everything she did in her life and loved it! She was as competitive as they come and would always give the boys "a run for their money." As you know, we also love the Adirondacks and are so sorry that such a beautiful place has become a place you would like to forget right now. This tragedy has opened the eyes of many and reminds us just how precious life is and how quickly we can lose someone we love. She touched many lives in such a loving way and will always be a special friend and classmate of the class of 2005. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and may they give you support and strength through this very difficult time.
Ryan Hinojosa
February 10, 2010
Nicci will always be missed. She was a great person and always tried to do her best in whatever she was doing. She will always have a place in all our hearts. My prayers to her whole family and to everyone else that had the pleasure of knowing her. I know she's up there watching over all of us and she will always be watching us. She will always have a place in my heart.
February 10, 2010
Bill,Cathy,Ashley and Taylor,
We are so sorry about your loss. Our hearts, thoughts and prayers are with you all.
With our deepest sympathy to you and your family.
Scott, Liz, Katelyn & Andrew
Litwak
February 10, 2010
Bill, Kathy, Ashley and Taylor,
We are so sorry for your loss. Our hearts, thoughts and prayers are with you. Our deepest sympathy to you and the entire family. God bless you all.
Scott, Liz, Katelyn & Andrew
Litwak
Joe Hazeltine
February 10, 2010
To the Robertello family,
I cannot begin to explain the symptathy I feel for all of you. Nicole was a wonderful person who brightened everyones day when she was around them. I had the pleasure of knowing her throughout high school as well as summers at Ta-Ga-Soke campground. She has touched so many lives and anyone who had the pleasure to know her will say the same. You did a wonderful job raising and looking after her. God Bless all of you and may your angel look over you and protect you. I'm so sorry for you loss. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Bob & Laura Heitzmann
February 10, 2010
our prayers are with the Robertello family.
Barbara Meade Coronato
February 10, 2010
Bill and Kathy and girls no words can ever say what your going through. You must always hold Nicole in your hearts and continue loving her everyday. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Chris Gauthier
February 10, 2010
Bill,Cathy,Ashley,and Taylor,
The girls,Parker,and I are so sorry for your loss. Nikki was a beauthiful person who touched so many lives. Be proud of the young lady that you raised. You have so many wonderful memories. Keep those memories alive and she will always be with you. If you need anything, you know we are only a phone call away. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Love, Chrissy,Brittani,Bethani,Brandi,and Parker
Bryan Kilpeck
February 9, 2010
im very sorry for the loss. i didnt know her that well, but she went to school with my brother and he told me what a good person she was. she was very loving and friendly to everyone she met. i hope everything goes well and my prayers and thoughts are with you.
Ms Rosemarie Koss
February 9, 2010
I am very sadden for your loss with my deepest sympathy to the entire Robertello Family.
February 9, 2010
My memories of Nicole will always be of a girl who was fragile, yet strong. As her third and fourth grade teacher I was always tickled by her "girly" tomboy ways. She was so beautiful, her smile so disarming and yet she could outrun and outplay most of the boys! It was a privilege to watch her develop into a charming beautiful young woman who continued to outrun and outplay most others on the track and field(soccer). She never seem to fully understand the depth of her beauty, talent, and charm. The heavens have brightened with Nicole's shining presence, but here on earth things seem a bit duller. My family and I are so saddened for all of you and will keep you in prayer and thought.
-Celeste(Engell)Gadbow-Marenic
Chuck Buck
February 9, 2010
The Robertello Family
I will always remember Nicole's look of determination on the track and pitch and the wonderful smile off of them. She brought a joy to people that were in her presence and that is a compliment to her upbringing and her spirit. Melissa and I share with those who offer you prayers at this devastating time.
Diane Primarolo
February 9, 2010
Bill, Kathy, Ashley and Taylor,
You are in my thoughts and prayers. I remember Nicole as a little girl full of energy and such an athlete! She was a beautiful girl and her memory will live on because of the beautiful qualities she possessed. Keep your spirits high and your love strong. She will watch over you as you did for all her blessed years you had with her. God Bless you all.
Diane (Kraeger) Primarolo
Shakoiya Robinson
February 9, 2010
I am soo very sorry to hear of your loss, Nikki worked with me at the Hampton In, she was my "Hampton Sister". On behalf of the Hampton Inn Family, we send our condolences. Nikki was truly an Angel and she has finally recieved her wings, and she will truly be missed. Our prayers are with you during this terrible time
February 9, 2010
Bill, Cathy, Ashley & Taylor,
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Our deepest sympathy to your family.
Steve & Mary Beth Albro
Jakob, Kaleb, Lukas & Mikah
Amanda O'Connell
February 9, 2010
Mr. & Mrs. Robertello,
I am so sorry for your loss. I was not very close to Nicci but more so with Ashley in high school. But Nicci was and still is a very beautiful girl that you raised to be kind to everyone she walked by. She was very talented and her memory will live on forever with us Oriskany students. She is in good hands in heaven with the other students and family that have already passed. My heart and thoughts and prayers go out to you and Ashley and Taylor.
Steve Senior
February 9, 2010
I am very sorry to hear of your loss. I remember Nikki as a gifted athlete with a great attitude and a warm smile. She was a pleasure to have on our team. My deepest sympathy to the entire family. God bless you.
February 9, 2010
Bill & Kathy and girls,
Lisa and I have you in our thoughts, we are so sorry for your loss and may your hearts heal and keep your spirits up,, our deepest sympathy.
Marc & Lisa Kuzio, Liverpool,NY
Jason Rende
February 9, 2010
You always led with your heart in life and on the soccer field and on the track. You have touched many lives and will never be forgotten. R.I.P. Nikki.
Bridget Janiak
February 9, 2010
To the Robertello Family,
Our family is extending our deepest sympathy to your entire family. My stepson Colby Janiak was a friend of hers and I had the pleasure of meeting her once and she was a lovely, sweet girl. God bless your family.
SG and Family
February 9, 2010
To the family and friends of Nicole. As we have never met, but all share the love of the Adirondack Mountains and The Fulton Chain of Lakes we are so saddened and heartbroken for your loss. Our family was only two hours ahead of your beloved Nicole on the channel between 2nd and 3rd lake on Saturday evening. It is a lesson to us all how precious life is and how quickly our loved ones can be gone. We are so very sorry that your family has to endure this pain, but please take heart that there are many people who are praying for you and will change their ways upon realization that life is truly a gift and as Christians, we should live like it was our last day- because it just may be... All our prayers.
Glenn & Beth Curtis
February 9, 2010
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Nothing we can say or do will ease your pain, but as the days and weeks pass, may you feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends. Our hearts, our thoughts and our prayers are with you.
Maryann Mazzaferro
February 9, 2010
To the Robertello family
I remember Nicole so well from the
Oriskany High School library. She was
just a sweetheart and brightened my
day with her warm smile and friendliness.
My deepest sympathy to the entire family.
My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Sincerely, Maryann Mazzaferro-
former OHS librarian
Janae LaClair
February 9, 2010
R.I.P Nicci. <3 You will never be forgotten. Such a beautiful woman with so much life ahead of her. Taken too soon.... You're home now.
The Morey and Daniels Family
February 9, 2010
Hello Nikki,
You were lost to us too soon. May you shine upon us all from heaven. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. You will be greatly missed. Rest in peace Nikki.
God bless you and yours.
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