Dying man’s brother called a restaurant closed for Easter to fulfill his last wish to feed hospice nurses — the owner’s response left him speechless
A person’s last wish carries deep emotional weight, and close ones do everything they can to fulfill it. A man named Ken Ozimek in New York found himself in a similar situation when his older brother, Frank Ozimek, made a final request before passing away, as reported by WKBW 7 News on April 8, 2026. He had a simple but meaningful wish: to arrange an Easter meal for the nurse who cared for him at Niagara Hospice on Easter. Ken tried contacting several restaurants, but most were closed for Easter. However, one final call to a restaurant left him pleasantly surprised.
Frank Ozimek spent his final six weeks at Niagara Hospice in Lockport before losing his battle with cancer. However, during this time, he developed a deep bond with the nursing staff who cared for him. This feeling inspired him to repay the favor, and he requested his brother provide a meal for the nurses on Easter, which was his final wish. His younger brother took on the responsibility of fulfilling the wish, contacting several restaurants for the requested meal, but most were closed and declined until he reached Tommy Milani, the owner of Sub Delicious. When the owner of the restaurant on Locus Street heard Ken's request, he immediately agreed. Milani generously said, “Absolutely, whatever you need, Ken.’”
It was a kind and generous gesture, as Milani's restaurant, like many others, was closed during Easter, yet he changed his holiday plans at Ken's request without taking a moment to think. He opened the restaurant, and Frank's last wish came true when the entire nursing staff at Niagara Hospital received pizzas from Milani's. “They do an amazing job there. They're all saints,” Milani told the outlet. Ken was more than thankful to the restaurant owner for showing kindness and considering his request so he could fulfill his late brother’s last wish. He acknowledged the owner's ever-ready response to show up and give for the sake of kindness. Describing his late brother, Ken noted that the man, despite looking like a “big bad biker guy,” had a generous and warm heart.
Frank was someone who never hesitated to help others and always put them first, much like what Milani did in stepping up to fulfill his final wish. This could be a perfect example of how the world treats one the way one decides to treat others through their actions, as you sow so shall you reap. Although it was just a small act of kindness, Ken hopes this story will inspire people to spread happiness. “To me, it means the world to see that kindness, that greatness spread,” Ken remarked.
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