Mr. Nicholas (Nick) Andrew Macaluso, Son of Diane Pietras (neé Matiko) and the late Nick Macaluso, passed away peacefully on May 14th, 2026. Nick was born March 7th, 1978, in Philadelphia, Bucks County. At an early age Nick grew to love music, art, fashion, and a devoted Philadelphia Eagles fan.

Nick met the love of his life, Jacqueline Willis in 2020. Excited to start their lives together, they took a road trip across America visiting the most beautiful places, including Western North Carolina. They made their home in Franklin, NC in 2022. Nick Co-Founded Smoky Sew Co, with his wife in 2023, where he was able to bring his visions to life through clothing and music. Nick and Jackie were wed in 2024 in Las Vegas, NV by Elvis.

One of Nick’s favorite things were his pups, Freya and Bubba. Caring for them and loving them like the valuable family members they were. His Niece and Nephew were two of his favorite humans, he enjoyed taking them to see waterfalls and visiting them during baseball season.

Nick will always be remembered for his contagious smile, his caring heart and all of his crazy stories and ideas.

Nick struggled with his addictions throughout his life, he learned to cope and was very proud of his sobriety and it was a mission of his to help others with their struggles. His memory will live on in the hearts of his friends and family.

Fly Eagles, Fly!

Nick is preceded in death by his Father Nick Macaluso, Niece Haven Macaluso, Nephew Kade Macaluso.

He is survived by his beloved Wife, Jacqueline Willis; Grandmother, Norma Bothwick; Mother, Diane (Mike) Pietras ; Brothers, Paul (Kim) Macaluso, Anthony Macaluso; Niece, Raelyn Dorsey, Nephew, Levi Macaluso.

Online condolences can be made at www.maconfuneralhome.com.