This memorial website was created in the memory of our loved one, Nicholas Knowles. Nicholas was born in Syracuse, New York on January 20, 1979 and passed away on March 01, 2007.  He had just turned 28. We will remember and miss him forever. Nicholas leaves behind his mother, Shelly Knowles, his father, Melvin Youker, a sister, Sara Knowles Anostario, four aunts, Sherry Knowles, Susan Knowles, Laurie Cole and Cheryl Youker, and an uncle, Darryl Youker, as well as several Great Aunts, Uncles, Cousins and many very close friends.  Loved by all, Nick had a way with people. He touched so many souls.  He was strong.  He was honest and honorable.  He was also gifted.  He thirsted for knowledge and soaked up information like a sponge soaks in water.  He accepted all cultures and religions.  He had ideas on everything and loved to discuss things and speak his mind.  Nicholas was always determined and hopeful;  he never gave up on anything he set his mind to. We wish he was still here.  Only the good die young.



Dearest Nicholas:

To honor you, I get up every day
And take a breath
And start another day
Without you in it.

To honor you, I laugh and love
With those who knew your smile,
And the way your eyes sparkled with joy,
Full of life.

To honor you, I take the time
To appreciate everyone I love.
I know now there is no guarantee
Of days or hours spent in their presence.

You are the light of my life,
My gift of love
From our Heavenly Father.

So every day, I vow to make a difference,
Share a smile, live, laugh, and love.
Now I live for us both.
So all I do, I do to honor you,
My precious, beautiful child.
Love Mom

- Author Unknown - borrowed from and in honor of Joseph Morrison Close