Moosic Mourns Loss of 23-Year-Old Nicholas Terrery Following Tragic End to Missing Person Search
MOOSIC, PA — A wave of sorrow has swept through the tight-knit community of Moosic, Pennsylvania, following the tragic end to the search for Nicholas Terrery, a 23-year-old whose disappearance on Saturday, July 26, 2025, sparked deep concern and widespread efforts to bring him home. Sadly, authorities confirmed that Nicholas was found deceased, leaving his family, friends, and the broader community grappling with overwhelming grief and unanswered questions.
Nicholas was much more than a missing person. He was a beloved son, brother, friend, and neighbor. Known for his easy smile, generous spirit, and warm personality, Nicholas touched the lives of all who knew him. Whether offering help to a friend in need or lighting up a room with laughter, he had a way of making those around him feel seen and valued.
He was deeply rooted in the Moosic area, where he had grown up and built a life surrounded by family and lifelong friends. Nicholas attended local schools and was known for his dedication to his work, his passion for music, and his love of the outdoors. His weekends were often spent hiking area trails, fishing local streams, or enjoying time with those he cared about.
The circumstances surrounding Nicholas’s disappearance had mobilized a broad response, with volunteers, law enforcement, and social media users coming together in a coordinated search. Flyers were distributed, posts shared, and hopes held high. Sadly, that hope turned to heartache when the news of his passing was confirmed.
His death has left a profound void, not just for his immediate family, but for everyone whose life he touched. His parents, siblings, extended family, and countless friends now face the difficult task of mourning a young man whose life held such promise and whose presence brought comfort and joy.
A memorial vigil is expected to be held in the coming days, providing an opportunity for the community to come together to celebrate Nicholas’s life and offer support to his grieving family. Plans for a public funeral and celebration of life are also underway, with details to be announced soon.
As the community mourns, there is a call to remember Nicholas not for the tragedy of his passing, but for the kindness he showed, the love he gave, and the light he brought into the world. His memory will live on in the hearts of all who knew him, and in the stories shared by those who were lucky enough to call him a friend.
Rest in peace, Nicholas Terrery. You are deeply loved, and you will never be forgotten.