Nicholas Basilio

Mendizabal

It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of our beloved son, Nick Mendizabal.Raised in Hollister, CA, Nick attended Tres Pinos Elementary School from Kindergarten until 5th grade, then attended Marguerite Maze Middle School.  He attended San Benito High School where he graduated in 2012.  Nick attended Cabrillo College for two years and completed his EMT certification. Nick was very athletic and participated in the Martial arts from age 5 to 14 years of age.  He was a Scholar Athlete in Wrestling at San Benito High School.  Nick was a Weight lifter and set many power lifting records.  He loved his Gold's Gym people and worked there for many years.  He proceeded to participate in Natural Bodybuilding competitions.  He won titles of Mr. California and Mr. USA. He also placed second in Natural Olympia in 2013 in Reno, Nevada.

Nick had an extreme love of nature.  He was an avid hunter and fisherman and an expert at fishing rivers and creeks. It was a joy to watch him fish and be in his element.  He also enjoyed to camp and backpack.  Nick was a genuine outdoorsman.which took him on many adventures to unique places.

Nick had a huge heart for animals, especially dogs, and for all people.  He had great compassion for the less fortunate in his community.   He would give food and water to the homeless around San Jose as well as hear their stories that deeply touched his heart.  Nick shared these stories with us and taught us that everyone has a history that may have changed their lives.   It wasn't until his passing that we learned from others, how committed Nick was in helping people in his community.

Nick will be missed for his sense of humor, his smile, his awesome hugs, his deep conversations, his ability to listen and for his empathy.  He was one of the good guys.

A service will be held for Nick on April 13, 2024, twelve noon at The Immaculate Conception Church

in Tres Pinos, CA.  A gathering will follow at the church hall.  All are welcome.  No need to wear black and come in your casual attire.  This would be to Nick's liking.