Eugene P. "Nick" Zielinski, 53, of Niagara Falls, NY passed away on Tuesday May 8, 2012. Born in Buffalo, NY he was the son of the late Eugene F. and Adrianne R. (Osinski) Zielinski.

Nick, as he was affectionately known by his family and friends, attended local schools, and graduated from Niagara Catholic High School in 1976. Following high school he attended Niagara University and earned a Bachelor's Degree in Accounting. He was employed as an accountant with Cousins and Bush Accounting and Bookkeeping Services in Niagara Falls, NY. He enjoyed movies and music and was an avid fan of the Buffalo Sabres and Buffalo Bills. Nick played softball and bowled in local men's leagues and was also a member of the Buffalo Area Dart League.

Eugene is survived by his two brothers, Christopher F. (Theresa) Zielinski of Wheatfield, NY and Joseph M. (Jocelyn) Zielinski of Buffalo, NY currently in Dubai; one nephew Brandan Zielinski, one niece Melissa Zielinski and several cousins.

Visitation will be on Friday from 4 – 8 p.m. at the M.J. COLUCCI & SON NIAGARA FUNERAL CHAPEL, 2730 MILITARY ROAD, NIAGARA FALLS, NY where funeral services will be held on Saturday May 12th at 1:00 p.m.