Nicholas Matthew Hochgraber

Friends and Family are invited to Nicholas’ Life Celebration at a visitation that will be held from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM Friday, November 1, 2019 at the O’Donnell-Cookson Life Celebration Home in Quincy, IL.

Nicholas was born on April 2, 2005 in Quincy, IL to Matthew Hochgraber and Torrie Mook.

Survivors include Nicholas’ parents: Matthew and Abbie Hochgraber of Quincy, IL and Torrie Mook of Palmyra, MO; one sister, Madison Hochgraber of Quincy, IL; two brothers, Cainen Foss of Palmyra, MO and Kolton Hochgraber of Quincy, IL; grandparents: Larry and Karen Hochgraber of Quincy, IL, Jacki Hankins of Quincy, IL, Cathy and Jeremiah McQueen of Warsaw, IL, and Jerry Mook of Hannibal, MO; great grandmother, Ramona Hochgraber of Quincy, IL; great grandparents, Lawrence and Shirley Obert; and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins.

Nicholas was preceded in death by his great grandparents: Robert and Luella Mook and Virgil Hochgraber; his grandfather, Charles Hankins; and his best friend, J.C. Breault.

Nicholas loved his family and he wanted to be anywhere they were. He enjoyed playing X-Box and checking out old hot rods.The annual Tin Dusters Event was always special to him. Nicholas also liked to attend demolition derbies. A talented cook, Nicholas loved to whip up new dishes even though he was unable to eat them. From meat loaf to cupcakes, Nicholas was great in the kitchen. Cooking shows, Marvel Comic movies, country music, and Fixer Upper were also a few of Nicholas’ favorites. Most of all, Nicholas cherished the moments he shared with his family and friends. Although Nicholas is no longer here with us on earth, he will live on through others through the gift of organ donation.

Nicholas now has a baby sister who was born after he passed. She is so much like him and a sweet little soul. She was definitely hand made by him and sent to his grieving dad and bonus momma. ❤️