IN MEMORY OF:
Niko David DiNovo

Sean’s Run Weekend is dedicated to the memory of Niko David DiNovo.  As a sophomore at Colonie High School, he was a passenger in the car of an 18-year old schoolmate when the car crashed into a parked vehicle on October 28, 2016 in Colonie. The driver was impaired by alcohol and marijuana.  The car wreck left Niko so badly burned he was given less than 1 percent chance to survive. His family said Niko was a warrior for his tribe; fighting to survive for 508 days with strength, will and perseverance as he united a community, restored faith, and helped others find their purpose.

After a heroic battle Niko succumbed to the injuries on March 19, 2018. 

Niko mostly enjoyed spending time with his family and friends, playing sports, camping, listening to music, Saratoga Race Track, playing video games and eating Fruit Loops for breakfast, lunch and dinner. He was a loyal Dallas Cowboys fan. His smile would light up any room, and it was never quiet when Niko was around.

Niko is the son of Michael J. DiNovo Sr. and Alicia M. DiNovo (Ryder), brother to Michael J. DiNovo Jr., Bella DiNovo and Nino DiNovo, grandson of James DiNovo Sr. and Donna DiNovo and the late Gladys Hartigan, David and Alice Ryder. 

He is also survived by many aunts, uncles and cousins and friends who love him dearly.