Nicholas "Nick" Salvatore DiYorio
March 24, 1951 ~ January 16, 2021
Born in:
Salem, MA
Resided in:
Arden, NC
Nicholas “Nick” Salvatore DiYorio, 69, of Arden, died unexpectedly on Saturday, January 16, 2021 at Mission Hospital.
From Charleston, SC, where he attended St. Andrews High School “The Rock”, he was the husband of Peggy (Hamilton) DiYorio of Arden, and the son of the late George Francis and Lucia (Stanziola) DiYorio. He and Peggy would have celebrated their 41st wedding anniversary in April.
Nick was a proud US Air Force veteran, having served from 1972-1976. He worked in Communications and was stationed in Osan, Korea during the Vietnam War. He was a member of American Legion Post 70 Baseball Committee, was the Treasurer of Vietnam War Veterans Association Chapter 124, and was First Vice Commander of WNC Korean War Veterans Chapter 314.
He worked as a District and General Manager for Burger King from 1977 to 2013 with over 33 years of making a positive impact on thousands of customer’s and employee’s lives. Although semi-retired, he worked part time at Pet Source, where he enjoyed conversing with customers about their pets and having good laughs together.
Nick loved the Boston Red Sox and Carolina Gamecocks (SEC all the way!), but hated the Yankees with a passion and refused to wear anything orange. He loved Dairy Queen Blizzards, going to Folly Beach, SC, and sharing life experiences through animated storytelling.
At the age of 67, he was finally able to go to Ischia, Italy, and swim at the beach where his mother swam as a child. It had been a lifelong dream.
In addition to his loving wife Peggy, left to cherish his memory are his sisters, Angela and Jan; brothers Joe (Pat) and John (Linda); father-in-law Terry, sister-in-law Aileen (Matt) and brother-in-law Scott (Hilda); sons Michael (Mary) and Brian (Sarah); daughters Nicholi (JJ) and Alondra; grandchildren Dakota (Toni), Maggi, Gabe, and Julia; and numerous nieces and nephews. Special friends left to cherish his memory include Vicki, Julie, Isabelle, Kenneth, John, Carl, Eddie, and Adriane. In addition to his parents, he will be met in heaven by his mother-in-law Suzanne, brothers-in-law Tom and Jack, and best friends Gracie, Gerald, Jay, and Buddy.
Services will be private but a public burial at the WNC State Veterans Cemetery in Black Mountain will be announced in the spring.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to American Legion Post 70 Baseball Committee, PO Box 9273, Asheville, NC 28815 or WNC Korean War Veterans Association (KWVA), Chapter 314, PO Box 595, Edneyville, NC 28792.
The best way to honor his life is to remember a time he made you laugh or comforted you in a time of need. Do the same for someone else.
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There are no words to express that would begin to erase our sadness. However, we know Nick is in the presence of the Lord. Such a kind and respectful man never met a stranger. Peggy,and all of your family our deepest sympathies. Goodbye to you Nick a comrade always. As former members of the United States AF we remain brothers forever. Much love and respect to your family and God’s comforting arms around you . Love always Wayne and Pat Kasper
Sending love and prayers to the family! Nick was truly loved. Such a fine and honorable man! I loved when Nick came to field day at Glen Arden. He always wanted to get me to do the activities! He really got a kick out of me when I spelled Game Cocks wrong!
Love to all,
Gary and Wilma Conner
Nick was a very special person who had a great sense of humor. I loved hearing about his baseball stories as well as his trip to Italy. He also was a person of integrity. He was full of good ideas. He was unforgettable and will be truly missed. Wishing his family all the best during these difficult times, Vernon Vavrina
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this time. Praying you can find peace and comfort in the days ahead. God Bless
Nick was a great patriot , friend, family man, and follower of Christ. I will never forget him My love and prayers for you, Peggy and your family.
Love the Considine’s
Peggy,
You and your family are in my heart and prayers.
Vickie
Peggy and family, So glad I got to know Nick a little more during the past year. He was such a supportive and comforting person to me during the time of Butch’s surgery! Nick was so kind and always had positive things to say. God bless him always and your family as well. You are in my thoughts and prayers but know that Nick is with Our God! My deepest sympathy to all your family! Love, Aunt Norma
Peggy, just wanted you to know that I am thinking of you during this time. My thoughts and prayers are with you. May God bless you and comfort you. Carolyne Laughter
Ginger & I are sorry for your loss. We know that Nick is with our Lord and Savior. One day, we will all meet again. I will miss Nick at our VVA Chapter 124 and American Legion Post 70 Meetings. I will surely miss our rivalry between the Gamecocks and Tigers. Peggy, may God bless and comfort you and your family.
That is a perfect picture of Nick, it’s just the way I remember him with that eager smile and wonderful laugh. We did not see you guys often enough but we did enjoy Nick’s stories when we were together. I always admired His work and friendships with his fellow veterans. Peggy, you and Nick have raised a wonderful family. You will see glimpses of him through them. You all have so many wonderful memories of Nick to remember him by. Our family knows what it is like to lose someone to soon. You all will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Love, Mary Lynne
Nick was my cousin and was the same age. We did not cross paths too often as young people but I got to know him later. He was a great man who served God and family and country!!! He will be missed because people like him don’t come around that often. Prayers to you and your family in these days and to come. There is a big hole where Nick used to be but we honor him and the life he lived. We love you all!!!
You all are in our thoughts and prayers. I always enjoyed the banter that I had with Nick about the beach, our country and spiritual things. He was a strong believer and loved this country. I didn’t know him well but have a love for him because of our love for Jesus! He will be missed but one day we will all be together. ❤️
Dear Peggy, I am so sorry to hear of Nick’s passing. He was a good husband and father and was a friend to many. My prayers are with you and your family. May God wrap you up in His loving arms and bring you peace.
Love, Terri
Peggy & family
Nick was a friend and always spoke what was on his mind, he will be missed. Sorry for your loss
Peggy and Family,
My deepest condolences to all of you. I will be saying a prayer for comfort and healing of your broken heart.
Nick, I grew up with you at Burger King as at one time you were my RM I can Honestly say the only Man I Loved being my boss You always had words of wisdom and Taught me to be myself and never give up. You was my mentor for the first few years at Brevard help me threw it We were a big BK Family I Love You My Friend and I’ll miss our Lunches and Messages on FB Rest Easy with all the Angels I’ll never Forget you
Ms Peggy my deepest sympathies to you and your family. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. God Bless!💕🙏(Glen Arden Cafeteria retiree)
You were a great boss, friend, mentor. The Fletcher Burger King 233 crew all loved and respected you. I will miss reading your daily scripture post. Rest in peace my friend.
Mary & I both had the pleasure of working with Nick. I could always count on a laugh no matter what type of day he was having – and I really appreciated his distain for the Yankees!
He’s a legend in the Carrols family and on behalf of everyone at Carrols, our sincere condolences.
I worked with Nick at pizzeria UNOS. We become instant friends as we both loved the Red Sox. He was a great soul, funny, witty and kind.
Prayers to his family. Love you Nick
I worked at Burger King in Hendersonville and later in Arden and will never forget what an amazing mentor and manager Nick was. He instilled a work ethic in us that is hard to find these days. I will keep you all in my prayers.
Nick was Buddy’s best friend and a dear friend to me. I’m sure they are having a grand ole time with the great memories they share. I can never express how much it meant to me when he helped take care of Buddy. He certainly was one of a kind.
My thoughts and prayers are with you! Please know I am here for you. Take care!
Love Deloris
❤
Your amigo and fellow Veteran
Together then, together again
Nick always brought a smile to my face and a spark to my day. Going to miss his wit and insight.
He is at peace, and left us with great memories. I pray for strength for the family.
Sorry for loss. Praying for you and your family.
He has touched, many lives young and old always as a friend. “Gone too soon”
Butch
Peggy and family,
We are so sorry for your loss. It was always fun to be around Nick – never a dull moment and such a great sense of humor! He will be remembered and he will be missed. You have our deepest sympathy. We will be praying for you.
Nick was always so nice to be around! He was such a faithful friend to John before he passed 3 years ago! Peggy may God comfort you and the family in this time of sorrow! Nick tell John I miss and love him!