This memorial website was created in memory of Nick Meleski, who was our husband, dad, grandfather, family member and friend.
Nick was born on August 11, 1958, in Las Cruces, New Mexico and passed away on June 26, 2021 as a result of an unexpected ballooning tragedy in Albuquerque, New Mexico. He was only 62 years old, leaving us all too soon.
Nick impacted everyone he met through his love for living. Being a commercial balloon pilot enabled him to live his life to its fullest and incorporate everything and everyone he loved into this passion. His beloved global ballooning adventures created lifelong friendships with people around our world and created irreplaceable memories and cultural experiences for him, his love of his life and wife, Mona, and the many friends who he traveled alongside. Most importantly, Nick loved the time he spent with his family. He was a proud father of his two daughters (Christee McIntye and Miranda Sedillo), and had a very special love for his six grandchildren. His strong values for education, making the most out of every experience and building connections with Mother Nature will continue to live in our family for generations to come. Nick will always be remembered as his legacy continues through each of us in the way we interact with the world.
We welcome you to share your pictures, memories and videos of our Nick with all those he loved through this website. Thank you for being a part of our lives.
With love,
Nick Meleski and his family
