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Nicholas R. Briggs, 34

06/06/2025

FLORIDA, Mass. — Nicholas Raymond Briggs, also known as Octavia, 34 of Florida, MA died on Friday June 6, 2025 at Hillcrest Commons from complications due to Friedreich’s Ataxia.

Nicholas was born in North Adams, MA on December 17, 1990, a son of Raymond Ronald Briggs and Laurie Ann (Boucher) Briggs. Nicholas graduated from McCann Technical High School with the class of 2009 and earned a bachelor’s degree in recording arts from Full Sail University in Winter Park, FL.

Nicholas was first employed at Price Chopper Supermarket and then worked in security at Mass MoCA. Nick enjoyed gaming and video games and previously enjoyed skiing, skateboarding, camping and riding bicycles, before his disease took over.

Nicholas was also a former member of the Florida Volunteer Fire Dept as a junior fire fighter and a previous member of the Free Masons.

Survivors include his parents, Laurie Ann and Raymond Briggs of Florida, MA and sister, Andrea Ferriter and her husband, Robert of Florida, MA. Nick also leaves two nephews, Archer and Hunter; and step grandmother, Diane Boucher of Leesburg, FL and several aunts, uncles and cousins.

FUNERAL NOTICE: The funeral for Nicholas Briggs will be Tuesday June 17, 2025 at 11:00 AM at FLYNN & DAGNOLI-MONTAGNA HOME FOR FUNERALS WEST CHAPELS, 521 West Main St. North Adams, MA. Burial will follow in Southview cemetery. Calling hours at the funeral home are Tuesday June 17th from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM. Memorial donations may be made to

Friedrich’s Ataxia Research Foundation at https://www.curefa.org To add to the Book of Memories, please visit www.flynndagnolifuneralhomes.com

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Laurie and Ray, I am truly sorry for your loss.
from: Tony Morris	on: 06-12-2025

I remember Nick from McCann. He was a ray of sunshine, always smiling and positive. I’m sorry to hear of his passing, and send love out to his family and friends.
from: Beth Ziemba	on: 06-12-2025

Ray and Lourie you have my heartfelt sympathy on the loss of your son! This is not a club anyone wants to join , the loss of a child is the worse that can happen to. May he rest in eternal peace.
from: Michael Lefebvre	on: 06-11-2025

Laurie, I am so sorry to hear of your sons passing. My prayers and condolences to you and your entire family.
from: Andy McGovern	on: 06-11-2025

Laurie Ann, Ray, Andrea and family we are so very sorry for in the loss of Nick.
from: Charlene M Giovanetti	on: 06-10-2025

Laurie I’m so sorry to hear about the passing of your son. You’re in my thoughts and heart during this most difficult time.
from: Sharon Pessolano	on: 06-10-2025

I'm really sadden to learn of Octavia's passing. May her soul finally be at peace. I am also saddened by the family not honoring her by using her preferred name and pronouns. Those who really know and love her will always stand by her and support her in life and after death. Octavia, you have earned eternal rest and will be greatly missed in this world.
from: Friend and Ally	on: 06-10-2025

Laurie, Ray and Andrea, So sorry to hear of the loss of your son and brother…having Nick in school so many years ago, I still have fond memories…he always made me smile. A gentle soul. ??Heidi
from:	on: 06-10-2025

Laurie and family, i’m so sorry to hear about the loss of your son. He was so young. As a mother, my heart breaks for you. May his memories sustain, and may God give you peace.
from: Cheryl Michel	on: 06-09-2025

Laurie, Ray and, the whole Briggs family, So sorry for your loss Laurie, you always had such great things to say about him and the accomplishments he had in his life. Stay proud. I’ll keep you and the family in my thoughts..
from: Kathy Stevens	on: 06-09-2025

May you hold on to your best memories of Nick Will, Thuy and Mike
from: Michael Spink	on: 06-09-2025

We are so sorry to hear this sad news. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
from: Cheryl &Betty	on: 06-09-2025

So so sorry for your loss. Nick was an awesome, smart kid. It was such a pleasure working with him at Pricechopper. I'm glad he got to go to Florida to college and make his dream come true. He will be missed.
from: Dawn Maynard Cahoon	on: 06-09-2025

Now that Nicks deployment here on Earth has ended. Always look to the sky as you sit round the campfire and know that his pain has ended and he can join back up with Abu! So sorry for your loss. Steve & Kristen
from: Steve Fellmann	on: 06-09-2025

Laurie I am so very sorry to hear of you and Ray's loss. Please know you will be in my thoughts and prayers.
from: Sonja M Gray	on: 06-09-2025

Ray and Laurie - Sorry for your loss.
from: Mark DeVylder	on: 06-09-2025

To Laurie, Ray, and Andrea, We are so very sorry to hear of Nick's passing. Nick (and Abu) were exceptional members of our MASS MoCA Security team. Nick was instrumental with staff training and us to develop our Service Animal policy. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. May he rest in peace (and run free with Abu). Much love, Missy and the MASS MoCA Security Team
from: Missy Parisien	on: 06-09-2025

Laurie Ann, my condolences to you and your family for your loss. I'm so sorry
from: Chris LaCasse	on: 06-09-2025

Andrea and family We are so very sorry for your family's loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. .
from: Patti &Mark Phillips	on: 06-08-2025

I am so very sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. .
from: Andrea and family	on: 06-08-2025

I’m so sorry to hear about the passing of Octavia. I went to elementary school with her and with such a small town have such fond memories of our class. I hope she is no longer in pain and that you are all able to find peace. My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time.
from: Hannah (Randall) McCarthy	on: 06-08-2025

Thoughts and prayers are with you Laurie Ann and family.
from: Susan Lefaver	on: 06-08-2025

I remember this kind young man working in Price Chopper. He always had a smile and was very polite. RIP Gentle Soul
from:	on: 06-08-2025

Laurie Anne, Ray, Andrea, Rob our condolences during this difficult time
from: David & Brenda Stokes	on: 06-07-2025

Mark and family. Very sorry for your loss. May your nephew Rest in Peace.
from: Len Giroux	on: 06-07-2025

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