Nicholas Force, 31, passed away unexpectedly on March 11, 2023 at his residence. He was born in New Hartford, N.Y. on December 28, 1991, the son of James Force and the late Susan Carey Force and received his education in Sauquoit schools.

He is survived by his father and step-mother; James and Ingrid Force, his sisters; Sara and Christopher Budlong and Danielle Force, his nieces; Evelyn Budlong and Isabelle Swislowski, his nephews; Caleb Budlong and Jaxson Force and many aunts and uncles.

He was predeceased by his mother Susan on December 31, 2021.

Services will be held at the convenience of the family under the direction of the Smith Funeral Home,3022 Oneida St. Sauquoit.

For online expressions of sympathy, please go to www.smith-funeralhome.com.