Nicholas M. Marinelli, 90, of Yardville, passed away Wednesday at his home. Born in Plainsboro, he was a resident of the Yardville area for 50 years. A WWII Army Veteran, Nick retired from Champale Brewery in Trenton after 39 years of employment. Nick enjoyed spending time with family and friends. He was always there to lend a hand whenever anyone called and loved getting involved with projects, both big and small. An avid gardener, he enjoyed tending to his tomato and vegetable garden as well as trips to the local orchard for apple and peach picking. Jarring his special hot peppers was an annual ritual and he was always sure to share a jar with friends and acquaintances. He also enjoyed grocery shopping and finding the weekly deals. Nick was often seen in the neighborhood walking with his canine granddaughter, Molly, who was always by his side.

Son of the late Vincenzo and Irene Marinelli and stepson of the late Carmela Marinelli and brother of the late Morris and Elena Marinelli; he was predeceased by his wife, L. Arlene Marinelli; Nick is survived by his daughters, Sharon Amantia and her special friend, Keith Whitaker of Yardville and Donna Fontanazzi and her husband Joseph of Bordentown as well as many nieces, nephews and friends.

Funeral service will be held Monday 9:30am at the Peppler Funeral Home, 122 Crosswicks St. Bordentown. Interment will follow in Brigadier General William C. Doyle Veterans Cemetery, Arneytown. Friends may call Sunday 5-8pm at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Gift of Life Donor Program, 401 North 3rd Street, Philadelphia, PA 19123-4101