Obituary of Nicholas Kyne Pressley

Nicholas Kyne Pressley, died suddenly at his home Sunday, February 15, 2015, he was 31 years old. Nicholas was a member of both the Iowa City and Cedar Rapids communities. Funeral services will be held at high noon, Saturday, February 21, 2015, at the Gay & Ciha Funeral and Cremation Service in Iowa City with visitation one hour prior to 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 can be made in his memory to the Iowa City Animal Shelter. Online condolences may be sent for his family through the web @ 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 will also be remembered by so many loving friends. He leaves behind his two best friends, basset 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 basset 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!