Albany- Nicholas B. Buckley "Poppy", 73, passed away peacefully on Friday, March 1, 2019 at St. Peter's Hospice with his beloved daughter at his side.
Born on June 20, 1945 in Albany, the son of the late Ursula V. Barry and Nicholas Buckley. A lifelong resident of the area, Nick attended local schools and went on to start a career with the NYS Education Department within the Printing Plant, where he worked his way up to become a supervisor. After almost 42 years, Nick retired in 2010. Nick also owned Rocky's Refrigeration from which he ran for over 30 years.
Nick loved to bowl and golf, but he always had a passion for fast cars. Nick's greatest love however was his daughter and grandchildren whom he adored. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him.
Nick was predeceased by his wife of 50 years, Diane A. Buckley. He is survived by his beloved daughter Kimberly Ferguson (Eric); beloved grandchildren, Erica & Ethan Ferguson; his siblings, Nancy Buckley-Welsh (Bill), Cindy Buckley-LaRoe (Ken), Kevin Buckley (Chris) and Kelley Buckley-Keefe; his four legged companion, Jax. Many nieces, nephews and cousins.
Memorial donations in Nick's name can be made to the Animals Protective Foundation, 53 Maple Ave, Scotia, NY, 12302.
Calling hours will be held on Thursday, March 7, 2019 from 4pm until 7pm at New Comer Cremations & Funerals, 343 New Karner Road. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Friday, March 8, 2019 at 10:30am at Blessed Sacrament Church, 607 Central Ave, Albany, 12206. Burial will follow at St. John's Lutheran Cemetery, Colonie.