PFC Nicolas James Freitas Hazelton, 21, of Cooper City, was a loving son, brother, cousin, student, soccer player, referee, musician, artist, video game addict, and most recently a warrior. Born in Providence, RI but raised in Cooper City he was a graduate of Cooper City High School and went to Daniel Webster College in Nashua, NH for a year and returned home to earn an Associates Degree at Broward College. He then decided to cut short his studies to serve this country and challenged himself in the greatest way possible by joining the US Marines, and considered his success in the marines as his greatest accomplishment. He planned on completing his degree during and after his military service. He is survived by parents, Andrew Leonard Hazelton and Silvania A. Hazelton; sister, Adriana Kathleen Hazelton; brother, Felipe A. Hazelton; paternal grandparents, James Hazelton and Tereza Hazelton; numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins throughout the United States, Canada and Brazil, plus teammates, bandmates, friends, his brothers in the marine force, and his long time girlfriend, Sarah Sultzer, whom he was dedicated. He was taken from us tragically but during his short life he made an impact on so many people. He will always be remembered with love. Visitation will take place on Thursday, April 26, 2018, from 6:00 – 9:00 PM with a Tribute to his life at 7:30 PM at Boyd-Panciera Family Funeral Care, University Drive Chapel. Funeral Mass will be on Friday, April 27, 10:00 AM at St. Mark Catholic Church, immediately followed by Military Funeral Honors. In lieu of flowers, family would like donations be made in Nicolas memory to The Wounded Warrior Project, P.O. Box 758517, Topeka, KS 66675, www.woundedwarriorproject.org
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Anne Skurnick (Pembroke Pines, FL)
April 24, 2018, 12:00 am
My heart goes out to the family. I knew Nick when he was in band and watched how he adored Sarah. I was very saddened to hear of his passing and am in total shock. May he RIP.
Bari Myers (Boynton Beach Florida 33473)
April 24, 2018, 12:00 am
My thoughts and prayers for Nicolas and the family.
JEFF ARNOLD (White River Junction)
April 24, 2018, 12:00 am
I hurt for Nicolas and for his Aunt Rebecca and family who loved him so much. It is such a tragedy. My condolences.
Tiffany Taylor (Jacksonville, NC)
April 24, 2018, 12:00 am
My thoughts and prayers to the family…..#SemperFi …..guard the gates of Heaven for us…..your brother and sister Marines have the watch from here…RIP
Alonso Pabon (Margate)
April 24, 2018, 12:00 am
I will never forget the image of his gentle and bright face. May God give him eternal rest and the Family the strength to bear the great pain.
Siward Hazelton (Dalton, MA)
April 24, 2018, 12:00 am
My heart is very sad and will be forever as I keep my dear Grand Nephew, Nicolas, in my thoughts and prayers. To Andy, Sylvania, Adriana, and little tiny Felipe; may God give you Peace in the love that we, your extended family, and friends bestow on you now and for much time to come. We love you so much as we love Nicolas. May the Lord give you joy in your memories of Nicolas as He will surely give us all in this time of our grief. God Bless you. Your Uncle Si
Hood-Julien Family (Miramar)
April 24, 2018, 12:00 am
Our deepest sympathy to the entire family.
Jonathan Marchant (Pennsylvania)
April 25, 2018, 12:00 am
All our love to all the family of Nicholas. Even though we never met him, we are proud of his achievements and know that he was a beautiful young man, much loved by those around him. You are and will be in our prayers. He is in the good company of his great Opa and Oma and so many who have gone before us.
Gregory Kito (Lauderhill)
April 25, 2018, 12:00 am
No words can make you feel better but please accept our condolences and you are our prayers.
Tricia Mazur (Crossmatch, Palm Beach Gardens)
April 25, 2018, 12:00 am
I am so very sorry for your loss. May God give you and your family strength during this tragic time. Wishing you hope in the midst of sorrow and comfort in the midst of pain.
Marygrace (Stuart FL)
April 25, 2018, 12:00 am
Andrew, my sincerest sympathies to you and your family. I have little words for the sorrow that your feeling, may you find peace that he is with the Lord and that you will see him again. My heartfelt prayers to you and your family in this most difficult time.
Karen Pollock (Groveland)
April 25, 2018, 12:00 am
We are so sorry to hear about Nick. Please know that our hearts weep with you. Nick was such a great kiddo. We loved being one of his band parents. Until we meet again, enjoy Jesus, Nick.
Judith Ivery (pembroke pines)
April 27, 2018, 12:00 am
My sincere condolences to your family.
Elizabeth Soto (Ft. Lauderdale, FL)
April 27, 2018, 12:00 am
Sylvania my heart goes out to you, your family, and all your friends. Your a beautiful, strong, and amazing mother.
Harry Ziskroit (Boca Raton, Florida)
April 27, 2018, 12:00 am
My sincerest condolences for the loss of a wonderful and caring son, thoughtful brother, and American soldier.
Ellie Munoz (Plantation, Fla)
April 27, 2018, 12:00 am
Our deepest condolences to the family. May he rest in eternal peace.
Harry Ziskroit (Boca Raton, Florida)
April 27, 2018, 12:00 am
Sincerest sympathy and regrets to the Hazelton family on the untimely loss of a wonderful son, sincere, caring, and thoughtful brother, and an American soldier.
Kristian Gemisic & Family (North Carolina)
May 9, 2018, 12:00 am
My deepest condolences. While I did not know Nicolas, I knew his parents well. I cannot even begin to trying to imagine the hurt. But I got to know him now as a Hero.
Michael Byrne (Crossmatch - Coworker)
May 10, 2018, 12:00 am
It is with deep gratitude that I thank you for your sacrifice and you son Nicholas. I am so saddened to hear of your loss. May our Lords Holy spirit give you supernatural peace to know he rests with him. From one Marine to another. We are family. I will keep you in prayer.
April Crook Sultzer
July 5, 2023, 4:38 am
My Dear Nicholas,
I am just finding this page 5 years after your death. Your untimely passing was such an incredible shock to our entire family especially your beloved Sarah. Know that you are still thought of and missed. Today Sarah and I heard I Hope You’re Happy by Blue October and I told her it was a message from you. We will continue to paint rocks and place them for strangers to find. I think you taught us all that it important to enjoy life and pay it forward. Someday Im going to ride the Dueling Dragons at Universal Studios and I will save the front seat for you.
Semper Fi Sir. I hope you knew that we were proud of you.
Love
The Sultzer Family All