Nicholas Eugene Kingston, a beloved son, brother, father, uncle, and friend, was born on October 10, 1989, in San Bernardino, California, and passed away on April 10, 2026, in St. Louis, Missouri, after a courageous battle with cancer. Nick was a man who knew hardship but chose redemption, turning his life around and becoming someone his family could be proud of.

He is survived by his father, Dean Kingston; his mother, Debi Nelson; his son, Silas Kingston; and his bonus children, Porter Baller, Logan Baller, and Jacqueline Baller. He is also survived by the love of his life, Molly Baller.

He is also survived by his siblings: Wendy West; Steve Kingston and his wife, Kathie Kingston; Jennifer Hutchison; Jeni Miller and her husband, Mike Miller; Jimmy Ippolito; Joseph Ippolito and his wife, Tina Ippolito; and Mark Rutherford and his wife, Jacquelyn Rutherford.

He shared a special bond with his nephew Stephen Kingston and his niece BriAnna Kingston, who meant so much to him. He is also survived by his nieces and nephews: Mark Rutherford, Kaylyn Rutherford, Alyssa Ippolito, Gabi Ippolito, Joey Ippolito, Grace Ippolito, Serenity Miller, and many others who loved him dearly.

Nick’s story is one of strength, second chances, and love. Though his time here was far too short, the impact he made will not be forgotten.