Nicholas Paul Cervantes

Nicholas Paul “Nick” Cervantes, 42, of Kansas City, Missouri, passed away Friday, July 11, 2025 at home. Mass of Christian Burial will be 11:00am Wednesday, July 23, 2025 at Visitation Church, 5141 Main St, Kansas City, MO 64112. Visitation will be from 10:00am-11:00am also at Visitation. Nick was born in January 1983 and raised in Kansas City, Missouri to Monica and David Cervantes Sr. Nick was a graduate of the Winnetonka High School, Class of 2001. Nick dedicated over 20 years of hard work to FujiFilm, later joining Kolay Flooring where he worked until the company’s closure. He served on the board of the I AM DOM Organization and was a member of the American Legion Post 213 Eagles Nest Auxiliary in honor of, his wife’s late grandfather, Benjamin Garcia. Nick was a loving family man and a dedicated member of his community. He married his high school sweetheart, Desirie Franco in March of 2008., that same year they welcomed their beloved twins, Antonio and Adrienne in May of 2008. Nick didn’t know a stranger, always making people feel welcome with his kindness, humor and infectious personality. A memory that will always bring a chuckle to those who knew him: In 1999, Nick was eager to take Desirie on their first date. He had a fresh outfit, a clean car, and was filled with excitement. He pulled up to Desirie’s house, honked the horn, and was immediately told by her father that he wasn’t going anywhere with his daughter until he had a job, money, and, most importantly, come to the door to pick her up. That moment was the beginning of Nicholas’ lifelong commitment to showing up for his family with love, responsibility and intention. Nick was deeply devoted to his family, and his love for them was evident in everything he did. He mentored, coached, and taught Antonio’s baseball and football teams, giving his heart and soul into coaching while also strengthening his bond with his son. Adrienne, his sidekick, was always up for a ride and acted just like her dad. She was a true daddy's girl, and their bond was unbreakable. His love for his family, especially for his wife, Desirie, his children, and everyone he loved, was unmatched. He often spoke proudly of how gorgeous his wife was, how protective he was of Adrienne, and how proud he was of Antonio. Nick loved his mother, a true mama’s boy at heart, always checking in to make sure she was alright. His love for her was obvious in the little things he did and the big smile he had for her. Nick shared a special bond with his younger brother, David Cervantes Jr., his only sibling and lifelong sidekick. Their relationship was filled with laughter, loyalty, and the kind of unspoken understanding only brothers share. Their connection ran deep, and that brotherly bond remains unbreakable. Nick was always quick to crack jokes and share his big, cheesy smile. He had a sensitive soul that often cried at heartfelt moments, like seeing Adrienne in her homecoming pictures, reminiscing of childhood stories, hearing about his nephews and nieces’ achievements, and when memories were shared of his father and father-in-law. Nicholas is survived by his wife, Desirie; their children, Antonio and Adrienne; his mother, Monica (Mendez) Cervantes (Vincent Gomez); his mother-in-law, Juanita (Garcia) Franco, his brother, David Cervantes Jr. (Katrina); his brothers-in-law, Albert Franco III (Gina) and Benjamin Franco (Sabrina); his many nieces and nephews, godchildren, aunts, uncles, and cousins (some more like brothers and sisters). He was preceded in death by his father, David Cervantes Sr., his paternal grandparents, Antonio and Lorenza Cervantes, maternal grandfather Salvador “Blood” Mendez Sr., and his father-in-law, Albert “Touie” Franco, Jr. and his beloved dog Chocolate “Choco”.

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Nicholas Paul Cervantes

January 5, 1983 - July 11, 2025