Tribute

Nick Vallier August 5, 1969 – December 31, 2017 After a courageous battle against brain cancer, Nick passed away December 31, 2017, at 7:55 am, surrounded by his loved ones. Nick is survived by his wife of 27 years Kathy, daughter Christina, son Paul (Nicole) and his four grandchildren, Alex, William, Lily and Colby.Nick was born in Grand Forks, BC, and eventually moved to Powell River where he met the love of his life, Kathy. Nick loved to play baseball and would always be late to parties because he had a ball game. If he was not playing, you could still find him at the ball park. Nick was always ready to lend a helping hand to whomever needed it and raised his children to do the same. When Nick was diagnosed with cancer, he was so amazed at the support and the offers of help from his huge baseball family. Nick was also a coach to his women’s fastball team Kaos, and he loved each and every one of them like family. He was known to always have a smile and loved his family and friends very much. Nick’s passing has left a huge hole in our hearts and will be missed so very much by all who knew him. A Celebration of Life for Nick will be held Saturday, January 13, at 2 pm at the Italian Hall. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to the Jump Start program, so all the children can have a chance to play baseball.