Salvatore Nicholas “Nick” Cirasa

May 23, 1980 - April 10, 2016

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Salvatore Nicholas “Nick” Cirasa, age 35 years, of Phillipsburg, NJ, died on Sunday, April 10, 2016 at his home.

Born in Rahway, NJ, May 23, 1980, son of Salvatore J. Cirasa of Phillipsburg, NJ and Donna Jean Darling Yaros of Venice Gardens, FL, he had formerly resided in Kingwood Township and Flemington, NJ. He was a 1998 graduate of Hunterdon Central Regional High School, Flemington, NJ.

A self-employed musician, Nick will be remembered for many things, most of all being a pure, warm and selfless soul.

His Catholic upbringing in St. Magdalen parish, Flemington, NJ, gave Nick a foundation on which many of his good deeds rested. He was very involved with both “Revelation Generation” and “Celebration” and always made all who attended, regardless of religious affiliation, feel welcomed.

Known by his friends as the guy who gives the best hugs around, his comical and whimsical nature made him the star of the stage. His music skills were top notch and performing was where he found his identity. He took great pride in helping others and volunteered for many organizations, including the Flemington-Raritan First Aid & Rescue Squad. Nick was the one who would give you the shirt off his back and this attribute will live on through all who knew him.

He was preceded in death by his grandfathers, Raymond S. Cirasa and Ralph Cartwright as well as by his maternal grandmother, Edna Brockett Guckin.

In addition to his parents, Nick is survived by his maternal grandmother, Madeline R. Cirasa of Freehold, NJ; three sisters, Brittany Cirasa of Alpha, NJ, Angel Cirasa of Upper Black Eddy, PA and Jennifer Cirasa of Flemington, NJ; two brothers, Michael Cirasa of Alpha, NJ and Lenny P. Hart of Quincy, MA; three aunts, Liz Cirasa Wlazlowski, Frances Cirasa and Carolyn Jurgenson; two uncles, Raymond and Joseph Cirasa; his step-father, Daniel Yaros; three nieces, Morgan Hart, Madison Teachen and Jesse Fenning; five nephews, Ayden Schneibel, Brantly Stowell, Jacob Teachen, Ethan Teachen and Michael Teachen; and many extended family and friends.

A celebration of Nick’s life will take place Saturday, April 16, 2016 at 11:00 a.m. in Wright & Ford Family Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 38 State Highway 31, Flemington, NJ 08822 followed by committal prayers at Somerset Hills Memorial Park, 95 Mt. Airy Road, Basking Ridge, NJ 07920.

Interment in the family plot at St. Gertrude’s Cemetery, Colonia, NJ will be private at a later date.

Calling hours will be Friday, April 15, 2016 from 1:00-3:00 and 6:00-8:00 p.m. at the funeral home.

Everyone is invited to visit Nick’s permanent memorial site at www.wrightfamily.com where public and private messages of condolence may be shared as well as stories and photographs of his life posted.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Hunterdon Regional Cancer Center, 2100 Wescott Drive, Flemington, NJ 08822.

“Love does not die, people do. So when all that is left of me is love, give me away as best as you can.”

Wright & Ford Family Funeral Home

Somerset Hills Memorial Park Crematory

95 Mt. Airy Road

Basking Ridge, NJ 07920

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Salvatore Nicholas “Nick” Cirasa, age 35 years, of Phillipsburg, NJ, died on Sunday, April 10, 2016 at his home. Born in Rahway, NJ, May 23, 1980, son of Salvatore J. Cirasa of Phillipsburg, NJ and Donna Jean Darling Yaros of Venice Gardens, FL, he had formerly resided in Kingwood Township and Flemington, NJ. He wasContinue Reading

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I am so sorry to hear of Nick's passing. I will always remember his good nature. Now he is in God's loving arms.

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I have fond memories of you Nicky. You were always smiling when you came to me to say, "hello" and you never missed the chance to tell me "hello". RIP

Dear Nicky, Our lives have shattered into a thousand pieces on the floor Words fall short in times like these, the thought weakens our knees The door of yesterday has closed and you don’t live there anymore The shadows that once followed you have falling away, the darkness has lifted You have stepped into the light of grace where loving hands helped pull you through I know that my father, your grandfather is with you and could you please tell him we love him and miss him so very much. This is not the end but the beginning of a new Journey for you and it is one that we have yet to take When we feel that sadness come upon us we will close our eyes and breathe We will remember that our love can see farther than our eyes and that is where we will keep your picture The sun will come out and warm us as we tell stories about you, remembering your happiest times For now we will take a step back even though our hearts break we will have to say Goodbye! I Love you and I will miss you! Aunt Frances

You were an amazing person you really were a great friend and loving person I will forever miss you. Rest in peace

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We love Nick and will miss him terribly. Love to the family.

Ill never gorget when we first met. It was in 2003 at Creation Fest. His nametag said "Nick" with the quotations and everything. Once I found out why it was in quotes, I never addressed him without using airquotes, or simply calling him Salvatore. He was a great man- always funny and encouraging. We developed a close relationship that week, which lasted several years. We ended up drifting apart, which I regret entirely. Ive missed our great talks over the last few years that weve lost contact. I am so sorry to hear of your loss. He was well loved and will be greatly missed.

i have worked along side nick as a fellow public safety supervisor at creation festival east. he will be missed as a friend and colleague.my thoughts and prayers go out to nicks family and friends. know that nick was loved.

Nick, public Safety at Creation will miss your laughter! Prayers to your family and friends.

Im so sorry to hear of the loss of such a funny and caring man. Nick was always so much fun to spend time with at Creation Fest. He kept us laughing constantly. My favorite memory of him was when he took my birthday tiara and decided he should wear it, so we started referring to him as "Princess Nick." When I heard the news today, the first thing I did was go back to that picture and smile at the good times I remember having with him. Nick, you will be greatly missed. My thoughts and prayers are with the family in this difficult time.

Our sincerest sympathies go out to each and every member of Nick's family. He was a personal friend and our hearts ache with you. It is our true honor to be allowed to care for him, and for each of you, although we wish it would not have been so for many, many years. Please know that the trust placed in our family by your family is not lost on us; we are here for each of you anytime, so do not hesitate to contact us at 908.782.3311. Respectfully, D.J. Wright

Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.