Nicholas James Pete, 60, passed away Friday February 27, 2015 in Rochester, MN. Nicholas was born on May 7, 1954 the son of Nicholas and Joyce (Merritt) Pete in St. Peter MN but grew up in LeCenter, MN. Nicholas lived in a home run by Hiawatha Homes and attended PossAbilities ofSouthern Minnesota during the week. Nicholas enjoyed spending time with family and friends and being outdoors. Nicholas is survived by his brothers David Pete, Joseph Pete, Anthony (Nicol) Pete; his sister Joyce (Branden) Kolb and many nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his parents Nicholas and Joyce Pete and his brothers Robert and Leonard Pete. Funeral servicewill be at 1:00pm on Wednesday, March 4, 2015 at St. Pius Catholic Church in Rochester, MN. Visitation will be from 4:00 7:00pm on Tuesday, March 3, 2015 at Ranfranz and Vine Funeral Homes and one hour prior to the service Wednesday at the church. Burial will be private.