Nicholas Colegrove Obituary

Dear Nich’s Family,

My name is Sangwoo, and I had the privilege of knowing Nich. I wanted to share with you how deeply saddened I am to hear of his passing.

Nich was always such a fun and enjoyable person to be around. I will always remember the times he joined me on prayer walks, where we interceded together for our campus. His presence brought encouragement, joy, and a genuine spirit of friendship.

I am truly sorry for your loss. Nich was a great kid, and he will be remembered with warmth and gratitude by those of us who had the blessing of spending time with him. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.

With deepest sympathy,
Sangwoo

Dear Nich’s Family,

My name is Sangwoo, and I had the privilege of knowing Nich. I wanted to share with you how deeply saddened I am to hear of his passing.

Nich was always such a fun and enjoyable person to be around. I will always remember the times he joined me on prayer walks, where we interceded together for our campus. His presence brought encouragement, joy, and a genuine spirit of friendship.

I am truly sorry for your loss. Nich was a great kid, and he will be remembered with warmth and gratitude by those of us who had the blessing of spending time with him. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.

With deepest sympathy,
Sangwoo Suk

Nick was a student in both my geometry and AP Stats classes. I appreciated and enjoyed his presence. I am so sorry to hear this news. I send my love and light to his family and friends. - Ms. Jill Sullivan

Nick was such an amazing and kind person. He made everyone around him smile and he always knew how to get you to laugh. I’ve never met someone with as gentle of a heart as him. I will miss Nick and never forget the time we spent together and the memories we made. My prayers are with Nick and your family.

So sorry for your loss Colegrove family, Nick was always a safe space for me and a kind heart throughout high school. When I think of high school, a hard time for me, Nick was always a light. I’ll never forget the positive influence he had on my life and those around him.

Nick was such an amazing and inspiring person. He never failed to make others around him laugh and feel welcome. Nick always knew how to make you feel special and blessed to be in his life, I will never forget the memories we made and the friendship we shared.

We are holding your family in our hearts and wishing you strength, love, and comfort.

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

We are so sorry for your loss. We are keeping you in our thoughts and prayers, and extend our deepest sympathies to you and everyone whose life Nicholas touched.

- Sarah & Alyssa

I rode across the country with Nick during the summer of 2021. Anyone that had the pleasure of knowing Nick knows what a shining ray of sunshine he was. Nick was spirited, loving, and put his heart into everything he did. Nick was the heart of our team. Almost every morning, Nick lead our team in the morning prayer, demonstrating his commitment to God and his love for all of us. Nick made an impact on every member of our team, and even more so on every individual we spent time with on the trip. Nick was always willing to go the extra mile during our friendship visits and the people we spent time with certainly felt his passion. Nick will never be forgotten and may every future Journey of Hope team carry on his love by bringing passion and energy to the individuals they get the pleasure of meeting. I love you Nick, may your soul rest in eternal peace.

You were a high spirit and positive friend and brother. I’ll never forget the memories we’ve made on Journey of Hope in 2022, riding in the van together and hanging out at crew stops. I miss and love you Nick.

It was an absolute gift meeting Nick in this lifetime. He shone unbelievably bright. His warmth and kindness was unlike anyone I’ve ever known. Any person who’s had the pleasure of meeting him would surely say the same. I am so very grateful our paths crossed. He will continue to be in my thoughts.

I wish I had gotten to know you better, but the conversations we did have left an impression of positivity and joy in my life. Rest in peace, Nick.

Some of my fondest memories in school were of Nick and his boundless positivity, spirit and kindness. The universe was blessed to have Nick in it, and more laughs and smiles than Nick could have known were all thanks to him. Sending love and blessings to his family and friends.

The world will miss a person as amazing as Nick. I’ll cherish all the memories with Nick, for he is one of the reasons why I remember high school so fondly.

I temember Nick with his bleached beautiful hair cycling with my grandson back in 2021 and all his morning prayers as they would begin the Journey of Hope He was the one that would lead every morning with his prayers. Loved him and he will definitely missed by everyone. RIP Nick and know that he helped many along struggling with disabilities that are so thankful to have met him in 2021 with His Fraternity Brothers. God Bless and condolences to his Family

We met Nicholas in Denver when he was on the cross country bike tour and were moved by his friendliness and kind spirit. Much love and prayers to the entire family.

I had the privilege of going to school with Nick. His humor and energy always stood out, and the memories I have of him will stay with me forever. It’s so hard to lose an old friend. You’ll be missed, Nick.

What a beautiful tribute to Nicholas’s very special life. He will never be forgotten. I will always think of his big smile and joyful attitude when I remember him. Sending so much love!!

My beloved and loving grandson. ❤ Your bright star was stolen from this earth. It will shine forever in the evening sky. I'm sure your grandparents arms are wide open. I will miss you here on earth.