Nicholas A. Ligammari, 96, of Niagara Falls, NY passed away peacefully on Sunday, September 16, 2018. Born in Niagara Falls, he was the loving son of the late Andrea (Jack Morell) Ligammari and Mary Stella (Cumbo) Ligammari. He was the beloved husband of the late Elizabeth (Masco) Ligammari whom passed away in 2004 after 58 years of marriage.

Nicholas enlisted in the United States Navy and served during WWII in Dunkswell, England, in the B24 Liberators, flying anti-submarine missions. He was awarded several medals for his service. Mr. Ligammari was employed at The Vanadium Corp., The NY State Power Authority and the NY State Board of Education where he worked as a Stationary Fireman until his retirement in 1984.

Nicholas was a member of the Knights of Columbus Council 247, and served as an usher at various Catholic Churches in Niagara Falls. Mr. Ligammari was devoted to the creation of Our Lady of Fatima Shrine via fundraising and its construction.

Nicholas loved to travel with his wife. He was also an avid golfer and bowler and played in many leagues. In his younger days, he was an avid banjo and mandolin player.

Mr. Ligammari was known to be the life of every party and will be greatly missed. He was loved fiercely by his three children, and by many, many family and friends. He was affectionately known as both Uncle Nick and BV Nick.

Nicholas is survived by his children, Joseph (Frank Verlizzo) Ligammari, Janet Ligammari and M.R. (Samantha Provencio) Ligammari; one brother, Andrew (Beverly) Ligammari; his sister-in-law, Rose (late Thomas) Conde, as well as many nieces, nephews and cousins. Nicholas was predeceased by his siblings Alfred (late Lenora) Ligammari, Anna (late William) Julian, Frances (Sal) Bruno, Joseph (late Concetta) Ligammari, Rose (late Al) Albion and Stella (late Robert) Stott.

Visitation will be on Friday, September 21 ^st from 1 – 3 & 6 – 8 P.M. at M.J. COLUCCI & SON NIAGARA FUNERAL CHAPEL, 2730 Military Road, Niagara Falls, where funeral services will begin on Saturday at 11:15 A.M., followed by his Mass of Christian Burial at 12 P.M. in Holy Family Parish at Mt. Carmel Church, 27 ^th Street and Independence Avenue, Niagara Falls. Interment with Military Honors will follow in St. Joseph Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial offerings may be made to the Blind Association of Western New York or Niagara Hospice. Visit mjcoluccifuneralchapel.com for online condolences.