Nicholas Paul Pappas, 82, of Old Tappan, passed away on Friday, November 9, 2018. Beloved husband of Carmela (nee DiPietro) for 60 years. Cherished father of Mark Pappas of Old Tappan, Nicole Cortright and husband Patrick of Orangeburg, NY and Kristine Karanikitas and husband Lukas of Northvale. Adored grandfather of Nicholas, Courtney, Alexander, Gavin and Lilly Anna. Dearest brother of the late John, Thomas and Eugene.
Nick was a member of the Masonic Lodge of Oradell, a member of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers, the past President of the Republican Club of Old Tappan, a former councilman for the borough of Old Tappan, a Zoning Officer for the borough of Old Tappan and had been a member of the planning board of Old Tappan. In his youth he enjoyed being member of the Road Knights, a New York City Drag Racing Club and was known as the “Hotrod Greek”.
Nick owned many successful companies. The list includes Valley Paving Company, Soilcrete Company, Discount Tires of Paramus, United Sand and Aggregate Company, Automated Metering Company, NP Electric, Empire Stone Products, Video 4, three gas stations on route 17, and N & C Construction. Nick built more than 20 beautiful homes in Old Tappan.
He was known by family and friends as a gentleman who could accomplish anything he would set his mind to and would be there in a moment at any time if you needed help. Everyone who was a part of his happy and full life remembers his jokes, quick wit and stories of his younger days. He always wanted to make you laugh.
A service will be held Wednesday at 11:30 AM at Pizzi Funeral Home, 120 Paris Ave, Northvale (201-767-3050) with interment to follow at George Washington Memorial Park, Paramus. Visiting hours are Tuesday 2-4 and 7-9 PM.
Donations in Nick’s memory may be made to Dr. Denise Faustman’s Type 1 Diabetes Research at FaustmanLab.org/Donate
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What a wonderful man, always wanting to help, and ALWAYS telling a joke to make folks smile. It was an honor to share our little office for 13 years! I learned so much sitting by his side,including some great (!!) jokes.
Prayers to his beautiful family.
This is a devastating loss to all that knew him. He was a generous man. A true friend who is irreplaceable.
Nick was a wonderful gentleman and friend to all who knew him, a truly talented and industrious man with an unparalleled sense of humor. He will be greatly missed.
Sending our love and heartfelt condolences to Carmela and the whole family.
Georgia & The Stanton Family