He served his beloved country for 27 years and was in WWII and Korea, gallantly decorated. He is preceded in death by his wife, Dalphine. Survived by their children Emilio, Nicholas and Gidget, his wife Elena and son, Nicola G. III, as well as many grand and great grandchildren. He is loved, remembered, and will be missed dearly. Visitation will be Monday 1/22/2018 at Martin Funeral Home Central from 11:30 am to 12:30 pm with Funeral Service beginning at 12:30 pm. Interment at Ft. Bliss National Cemetery with military honors.