Nicholas Pressley

NICHOLAS PRESSLEY

Iowa City

Nicholas Kyne Pressley died suddenly at his home Sunday, Feb. 15, 2015. He was 31 years old. Nicholas was a member of both the Iowa City and Cedar Rapids communities. Funeral services will be at high noon Saturday, Feb. 21, at Gay & Ciha Funeral and Cremation Service in Iowa City, with visitation one hour before the service. A potluck meal will follow the service at the funeral home. All are invited to bring a dish to share.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in his memory to the Iowa City Animal Shelter.

Online condolences may be sent for his family through the Web at www.gayandciha.com.

Nick has suffered half of his life from the serious disease of addiction. Nicholas was the beloved son of Patti Pressley and Suzanne Dashner. Carmel Brown, Lorry Stanton and Deb Spurgeon were his other mothers. He was the proud brother of Abby Pressley-Brown and the late Isaac Thomas Pressley. He was the cherished nephew of Paula Pressley and dearly loved grandson of Paul T. and Margaret G. Pressley, as well as Donna Dashner, Robert Frenier and Patricia Ames.

He also will be remembered by so many loving friends. He leaves behind his two best friends, Bassett momma, Debo, and her six puppies, and Cujo, his faithful companion, for many years.

He was preceded in death by his grandfather, Paul T. Pressley; his brother, Isaac T. Pressley; and his beloved Bassett, Winnie.

Sincere thanks to all of those who loved and tried to help Nicholas in his short life on his path to freedom from addiction.

Nicholas was an exceptional friend, gentle person, kind and compassionate to all. He was an amazing musician and talented artist. His passion was the creation of music and art. He is lost to us but will live in our hearts forever!