Born July 22, 1943 in South Gate, California, Passed April 7, 2016 in Lancaster, California. Nicholas grew up in Burbank, California and went to Notre Dame High School. He was in the Army Reserve, and lived in the Antelope Valley for 29 years. Nicholas was a Supervisor Appraiser for the L.A County Assessor. His hobbies were, fishing, surfing, gardening, and being a PaPa. Nicholas was a founding member of ‘ Parents of Murdered Children’ He is preceded in death by his son, Matthew. Survived by his wife Diane; his son Mark, Lancaster California. ; daughter Nicole ( Shane ) Culleton, Rosamond, California. Grand children Seth, Shayna, Shelby, Logan and Mattison. Nicholas unexpectedly crossed over Thursday morning, surrounded by his family. He was a very quiet reserved person who loved his family dearly. He will be missed by many, especially his ‘ minions ‘ , Seth, Shayna, Shelby Logan, and Mattison. A viewing will be held Friday, April 15, 4 PM-8PM, Service will be held Saturday, April 16, 11AM both held at Halley Olsen Murphy, 44831 N Cedar Ave, Lancaster CA 93534