Nicholas A. Pellegrino

Nicholas Pellegrino, 68, of Enfield, NY passed away on Sunday, January 17, 2016 after a brief illness. Born April 24, 1947 in Ozone Park, NY, Nic served with the Blackhorse 11th Cavalry from 1966-68 as a door gunner on a Huey helicopter in Vietnam. He graduated from Harpur College in 1972 with a degree in Anthropology.

For most of his life his passion was auto repair. He bought a Saab with the drivetrain in pieces and when he reassembled it and tuned it up he was so impressed with the model he opened a shop specializing in Saab repair. Nic cared deeply about each of his customers and especially about their cars. Nic lived his life exactly the way that he wanted to, and was passionate about his family, friends, and his pets, especially his dogs. Some of Nic's favorite moments were spent on his boat on Cayuga Lake and attending and watching NASCAR races. His favorite spot in the house was sitting in his recliner watching the birds through the living room window.

Nic is survived by his wife, Rosemary; his daughter, Nicole of Aurora, NY, and his son, Jim (Maria) of Brooklyn. He is also survived by his brother, Joe (Amy) of Newfield and many sisters and brothers-in-law, as well as numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. He was predeceased by his parents, Anthony and Louise.

Friends may call on Saturday, January 23, 2016 from noon until 3 p.m. at the Bangs Funeral Home. Burial with military honors will be delayed until spring. Donations in Nic's memory may be made to the Wounded Warrior Project, P O Box 758517, Topeka, KS 66675 woundedwarriorproject.org.

Burial with military honors will be delayed until spring.

Saturday, January 23, 2016 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Bangs Funeral Home, Inc. 209 W Green St. Ithaca, New York 14850

Burial with military honors will be delayed until spring.