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Fairchild Funeral Chapel
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Arnold Bloch posted a condolence
Sunday, June 16, 2024
Dr. Nicosia was a wonderful doctor, but more than that I enjoyed his caustic humor and honest judgments. He changed my life when he recommended a mitral valve replacement and then ensured that the best surgeon at St. Francis would do the operation. That was 30 years ago and, as Dr. Nicosia liked to say, it still sounds crisp and is working well.
I am sad to only learned recently tof his death. His smile, his intelligence, and his caring work will remain with me forever.
Arnold Bloch
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Bayside, NY 11360have
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Cherie Cohen lit a candle
Wednesday, March 6, 2024
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Dearest Flo,
So very sorry for your loss. May all your happy memories and wonderful times together carry you through. With much Love and Sincerity, Cherie Cohen
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Pamela Kennedy posted a condolence
Monday, February 26, 2024
Flo- condolences to you and your family and all the
Nicosia family. I went to school with all of them and you
And Tom were my parents Dr’s ( Ruth and George
Reeves) for many years . Living in Virginia, I knew they
were in great hands and incident need to worry.
So sad to hear this news- he touched so many people’s
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Monday, February 26, 2024
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“Great Leaders Don’t Tell You What To
Do, They Show You How It’s Done “
Two decades ago, I joined Manhasset Medical Associates under the leadership of Dr. Tom Nicosia. Within a few weeks I could already see he was the heart and soul of our practice. Beyond his ridiculous intelligence and clinical diagnostic foresight, he was the kindest and most empathetic human being I had ever come across. He made me want to be a better physician, and made me so proud to be a part of his team. Not only was I in awe of how he could recall every medical and social detail of each of his patients, dating back many years prior, I was amazed by how much he truly cared about each patient as an individual. No matter what the business of medicine asked of us it would never get in the way of how he cared for any of his patients. Tommy, thank you so much for taking me under your wing and making me a part your amazing medical family, I will always remember you and I know we will meet again one day. So for now please behave up there in heaven. We’ve all talked you up a lot! Love you , Doris
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Daniel Bastian posted a condolence
Monday, February 26, 2024
Dr Nicosia saved my life, literally. 23 years ago he diagnosed me with an atrial septic defect and after Tom researching my many many Echocardiograms, he located the problem that was obvious on all the other Echos from Memorial Sloan Kettering to HSS to multiple private practices. When I had the surgery immediately performed, it was discovered that I was about 6 months from a major stroke that I would have never survived. So when I say he saved my life, Tom truly did save it.
I will always hold his memory in a special
place in my heart.
Thank you Tom
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Saturday, February 24, 2024
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Christine Chu posted a condolence
Saturday, February 24, 2024
Dr. Nicosia was my cardiologist for over 35 years. As a physician, he was the best of the best! I had complete confidence in him and anyone he ever recommended to me was top notch as well, especially his amazing wife, Dr. Florence Barricelli. I went to him, thinking I was dying, because another doctor told me that there was a shadow on my heart. I had small children and I was terrified. He looked at the tests and said "That's the shadow of the machine, don't worry, you're fine!" He always made me laugh and if laughter is truly the best medicine, then he contributed greatly to my good health in that way as well. Dr. Nicosia was an amazing doctor, but not just technically, but as a human being. He was kind and thoughtful and made you feel that he really cared about you and I believe that he really did care about us all. My deepest condolences to Dr. Baricelli and his family. If we feel his loss so greatly, how much harder must it be for you as those he loved so dearly. God bless his soul!
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patti and john ball posted a condolence
Saturday, February 24, 2024
Both my husband and I were fortunate to have Dr. Nicosia as our cardiologist; a kind, very caring and funny man.
There is a special place in heaven for you. Our heartfelt sympathies and prayers for him and his family
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Friday, February 23, 2024
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Dr. Nicosia was a great mentor, a brilliant physician, and most of all, a caring friend. He will be missed.
I met Dr. Nicosia 33 years ago at a meetup at St. Francis Hospital to start the vascular lab. I immediately bonded with him and shortly thereafter, I received a call asking me to join his office staff. The rest is history.
Dr. Nicosia always took time from his office hours to call us at the hospital and convey his appreciation of our work. When his patients would ask about their vascular study results, he would often smile and say "if she did not send you to the hospital, you're ok."
Thank you Tom for all your guidance, professional and personally. My deepest sympathies to Flo and the family.
May God Bless You Forever.
Vidia Kane
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Robert Gianguzzi posted a symbolic gesture
Thursday, February 22, 2024
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I was the Director of Cardiac Rehabilitation at St Francis Hospital from 1979-1992. Dr Nicosia was a strong advocate for prevention and rehabilitation of coronary heart disease and a clinical supporter and lecturer for our program . He will be missed and he touched so many lives . Our sympathies and healing prayers for Tom and his family and friends .
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Thursday, February 22, 2024
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The kindness and love you transended within every person you crossed will always live within. Thank you for crossing mine. So much learned. You will be missed but never forgotten.
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Thursday, February 22, 2024
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I had the pleasure of working with Dr. Nicosia beginning in September, 2013. I learned to pay attention to the quips he muttered under his breath and appreciated his dry sense of humor. He added comic relief to the work day! He was beloved by his patients and staff alike. Dr. Nicosia will certainly be missed but our fond memories will surely be a source of comfort. Sending condolences to the family.
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Andy Palmedo posted a condolence
Thursday, February 22, 2024
About 40 years ago. I was walking down Northern Blvd to my parked car. People would honk their horns to say hi and without looking I would raise my hand and waive hello. All of a sudden a car on the other side of the street stopped and a man got out and yelled at me to make an appointment to see him. I did and I proudly told him I had stopped smoking. Without hesitating he replied now loose 50. I suggested a more reasonable goal would be 25 lbs. Silence.
Dr. Tom cared and always took the time to ask about my mom and family..
Manhasset lost a treasure..
Respectfully, Andy Palmedo
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Gary posted a symbolic gesture
Wednesday, February 21, 2024
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Lucia Portela Alonso uploaded photo(s)
Wednesday, February 21, 2024
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Dr. Nicosia was my father‘s angel… I will never forget the day when he walked into the Saint Francis hospital ER, and was able to diagnose my father with a rare heart condition. After that circumstance, we knew that he was a very gifted cardiologist with special ability to see what other professionals did not see. He and Dr. Baricelli became family friends. My parents adored both of them and watched as their little girls grew to be beautiful women. My parents loved bringing them gifts when they traveled to their mother countries, Spain.
Coincidentally, my mom, Angela Portela, was also laid out at Fairfield at the beginning of December and my uncle Joseph Portela was just there a few weeks ago. Rest in peace Doctor Nicosia… Thank you for your legacy and all the lives you have gifted with your expertise and presence. Our sincerest condolences to Dr.Baracelli and Family. Sending a healing hug.
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Wednesday, February 21, 2024
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Diana Aguirre posted a condolence
Wednesday, February 21, 2024
I had the privilege and honor to work with Dr. Nicosia as his medical biller for more than 15 years. Dr. Nicosia was an extraordinary man and physician with an amazing memory and a kind heart. He was very appreciative and respectful and had a good sense of humor. His memory will always live in our hearts.
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Wednesday, February 21, 2024
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Christopher La Mendola posted a condolence
Wednesday, February 21, 2024
I am so saddened by Tom's loss. He was a great clinician and a great guy. By necessity, most of our conversations over the years were about patients, but our truly memorable conversations were about our shared passion, woodworking. I remember so well his excitement at getting his new Felder multi machine. I always enjoyed those little conversations. Unfortunately it is my loss that they were too few and too long ago!
Tom epitomized a life well lived.
My thoughts and prayers are with you Flo and with all of your family.
God Bless!
Chris La Mendola, MD
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Kathy posted a condolence
Wednesday, February 21, 2024
Dr. TOM - what an amazing man and a great Doctor. He was my Mom’s cardiologist for years and she adored him. She particularly loved his voice which actually woke her from a coma after bypass surgery. He was such a gentle man, brilliant and caring doctor.
My heart goes out to Dr. Flo and his children and wish peace and grace during this most difficult time. I am sure they are so proud to have had a great husband and father- can’t get any better than Dr. Tom. May the joyful memories of his life last forever and bring solace to them.
Love,
Kathy Luisi
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Selina Ramos posted a condolence
Wednesday, February 21, 2024
Dr. Nicosia is such an amazing person. I had the pleasure of working with him and everyday was an adventure. The laughs were nonstop. To say he will be missed is an understatement. My thoughts and prayers goes out to all of his family and friends.
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Fran Barricelli posted a condolence
Tuesday, February 20, 2024
A silent hero, Dr. Tom Nicosia left his footprint of grace.
. For most, being a gifted cardiologist would have been enough but Tom gave us so much more. Displaying genuine hospitality, he welcomed us all by hosting numerous barbecues and preparing many delicious holiday feasts.
Moreover, he loved entertaining all his nieces and nephews whether it was tubing on their family boat or just watching a Yankee vs Met game together. He was a wonderful uncle and brother-in-law!!
We shall miss your quick wit, your gentle smile and your sincere love of family.
Dr Tom Nicosia the world shall never be the same without you but shall forever be a better place because you made it so!!!
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Tuesday, February 20, 2024
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I had the privilege of being Dr. Nicosia’s secretary for 14 years. He was a wonderful physician and his patients all loved him. He always kept the staff laughing with his sense of humor. He will be truly missed by all. Rest in peace, Dr. Tom.
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Tuesday, February 20, 2024
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I had the pleasure of working along side this wonderful Doctor who made me laugh, whose smile was contagious and as far as I am concerned was an amazing doctor. Dr. Nicosia you will be truly missed may you rest in peace and watch over us all from above. Thank you for giving me the opportunity to work along side you.
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Louise Gibson posted a condolence
Tuesday, February 20, 2024
Tom was one of the nicest people in our class at Manhasset High School. He will be and is sorely missed.
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gennaro patalano posted a condolence
Tuesday, February 20, 2024
dr nicosia was my doctor. he was the most personal person i knew. if it wasn't for him i wouldn't be here today in 2005 i was seeing him for heart problems. when i saw him for my appointment he asked me how i was doing . i said i had problems walking thru parking lot. he told its time went to st francis and had surgery . i am so sad for the family he was such a kind lovable guy. we would have conversations in his office on what we had so much in common family sorry to go on and on but he will be missed
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Liz Barricelli posted a condolence
Monday, February 19, 2024
You and Florence's fairytale like love story. I clearly remember how excited she was for your first date. The beautiful black dress she bought and when she told me “If he tries to kiss me, I might melt”
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Monday, February 19, 2024
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I worked with Dr. Nicosia and his beautiful wife for many years. He was a caring person who always made the staff laugh he was great ! My condolences and love and comforting thoughts and prayers to his family , friends and all who were touched by this incredible man .. we will miss you!
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nora kagiannis posted a condolence
Monday, February 19, 2024
I was a patient of Dr.Nicosias', and the experience affected me forever .. His compassion , incredible honesty and caring touched me so , so much! I was going through very scary times , then, and he made that journey so much easier and reassuring .. I am truly heartbroken that he has passed , and he holds a very special place in my heart forever.. All my love and comforting thoughts to his family , friends and all who were touched by this incredible man .. How lucky I feel to have had him in my life ..
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Monday, February 19, 2024
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I met Tommy when I entered the third grade at Munsey Park Elementary School in Manhasset. We were both 7 years old. Always a smart, kind, quiet, caring boy, he grew up to be an amazing man. All of us who knew him as a child (MHS ‘65), adored him. He was well-respected, admired, and loved by all.
Many of us had Tommy’s father as our pediatrician. When my Dad had his heart attack in 1986, Tommy took care of him. He was by his side. And when my husband was first diagnosed with a serious heart condition a few years ago, Tommy, already dealing with his own medical issues, insisted on our coming to see him at his home for a
private consultation. I feel lucky to have had him as my friend.
The Nicosia tradition of medical excellence continues. It lives through the extraordinary medical care Tommy’s wife of 30 years, Flo Barricelli, so generously provides to her patients. New York is a better place because of her…
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Sunday, February 18, 2024
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