Nicola F. Spinazzola
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Published in September 2025
Nicola “Nicky” Felice Spinazzola, 68, of Winthrop, Massachusetts, passed away peacefully surrounded by his devoted family after a courageous battle with ALS.
Born in Melito Irpino, Italy, Nicky was the son of the late Benedetto Spinazzola and Nicoletta (Sacco) Spinazzola, both of Italy. He came to the United States as a teenager and built a beautiful life rooted in family, hard work, and love. He was married to his beloved wife, Deborah, for 47 years, and together they raised five children: Maria Grifone and her husband Kevin of Winthrop, Nicole Pelosi and her husband Nick of Winthrop, Antonio Spinazzola and his wife Ines of Winthrop, Benedetto Spinazzola of Winthrop, and Luigi Spinazzola and his girlfriend Tiana DiBenedetto of Winthrop.
Nicky was the proud grandfather of Nicola Felice and Giannina Nicola, who were the light of his life and his greatest joy. His role as “Nonno” brought him endless happiness, and he cherished every moment spent with his grandchildren.
He is also survived by his loving siblings: Felice Spinazzola and his wife Vincenza of Salem, NH; Maria Degirolamo and her husband Giuseppe of Reading; and Tony Spinazzola and his wife Olga of Winthrop.
A mechanic by trade, Nicky had a gift for fixing and building anything. Whether it was repairing cars, working with his hands, or sharing his love of soccer, he was admired for his talents, determination, and generosity. Above all, Nicky will be remembered for his unwavering devotion to his family and the love he poured into every part of his life.
He leaves behind a legacy of love, strength, and resilience that will live on in the hearts of his wife, children, grandchildren, siblings, extended family, and all who were fortunate enough to know him.
Family and friends are cordially invited to attend the visitation from the funeral home on Friday, October 3, 2025 from 4:00 to 7:00 PM. The funeral will be conducted from the funeral home on Saturday, October 4, 2025 at 9:00 AM followed by a funeral mass in St. John the Evangelist Church 320 Winthrop St., Winthrop at 10:00 AM. Services will conclude with the interment in the Belle Isle section of Winthrop Cemetery.
In honor of Nicky’s memory, donations may be made to Compassionate Care ALS (CCALS), an organization that provided support and comfort throughout his journey.