Nicholas M. Diranian, a resident of Reading for 16 years formerly of Saugus, passed away at his home on August 17, 2016 surrounded by his loving family. He was 44 years of age.

Nicholas was born in Melrose, Massachusetts on September 27, 1971. He was the devoted son of the Charlene (Tunis) Diranian of Saugus and the late Michael Diranian. Nicholas was a graduate of Saugus High School and graduated from Suffolk University. He was a hardworking, self-employed financial advisor. He was an avid sports fan and enjoyed playing golf. He coached Reading Little League Baseball and Saturday Night Lights flag football in Reading.

He was the beloved husband of Stephanie (Smeaton) Diranian. Cherished father of Trevor and Tia Diranian both of Reading. Loving brother of Michael C. Diranian and his wife Robin of Lynnfield and Christopher L. Diranian and his wife Vanessa of Peabody. A funeral service celebrating Nicholas' life will be held on Wednesday, August 24 at the Old South United Methodist Church, 6 Salem St., Reading at 11:00am. Burial will follow at Wood End Cemetery in Reading. Visiting hours will be on Tuesday evening at the Douglass, Edgerley and Bessom Funeral Home 25 Sanborn St. (corner of Woburn St.) in Reading from 4:00-8:00pm.

In lieu of flowers contributions may be made in Nicholas' memory to the American Cancer Society 30 Speen St. Framingham, MA 01701. For directions and on line guest book visit johnbdouglassfuneralhome.com