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Jean Nelson Obituary

Nelson, Jean (nee Dioutt) 80; beloved wife of 59 years to Robert, ret. CPD; loving and devoted mother of David (Kathleen), Steven (Laura) and Lynn (Andrew) Sloyan; cherished grandmother of Brandon, Daniel, Maureen, Brittany, Eric, Patrick, Robert, Adrienne and David; dear sister of Frani (Jeff) Hutchinson; dear sister-in-law of Violet (late Joseph) Schillinger; fond aunt of nieces and nephews. Jean was a caring and devoted RN at Holy Cross Hospital. Donations to the American Cancer Society appreciated (www.cancer.org or 800-227-2345). Funeral Monday 9:00 a.m. from the WOLNIAK FUNERAL HOME, 5700 S. Pulaski Rd. to St. Turibius Church for 9:30 a.m. Mass. Interment St. Mary Cemetery. Visitation Sunday 3:00-8:00 p.m. (773) 767-4500 or www.wolniakfuneralhome.com



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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Dec. 24, 2015.

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James O'Neill

January 8, 2016

Dear Bob,
Condolences, on the passing of your wife. The Nelson Family are in my thoughts. You always spoke so fondly of her.
In Friendship,
Jim O'Neill

Mary Glynn

January 8, 2016

Dear Bob and Family,
I am praying for you and your family. I remember, meeting your wife and she was a treasure. You are often in my thoughts, you are such a good man.
Warmest Wishes,
Mary Glynn, Retired CPD

John Minich

December 31, 2015

Bob and family: I was out of town and when I returned I had learned of Jean's passing. I was saddened and will remember Jean in my prayers. Hope I see you at one of the eight ball luncheons in the future.

Carole Kinney

December 27, 2015

Jean and I went to St. Peter's Grade School, Madonna High, and St. Joseph Mercy School of Nursing together. With so many years of being with one another, she was a special part of my life. A wonderful, caring person. I will miss our phone calls.... I am sure she is at peace in the arms of God. My condolences to all of her family.

Donna DeRoss Anders

December 27, 2015

Dear Bob, Dave, Steve, & Lynn,
I was sorry to hear about the loss of Jean. My thought and prayers are with you and your families during this time. I wish I could have been there today for all of you.

Jean Piechocki

December 27, 2015

Dear Lynn and Family,
I want to express my deepest sympathy to all of you at the loss of your mom. You will now have a very special Angel watching over you. You are in my prayers and thoughts.

December 27, 2015

Lynn,
Thinking of you at this time of sorrow. Your mom is resting in peace and experienced the great joy of having you as her daughter.
Love,
Jane

Fran Platt

December 27, 2015

Jean and Bob were my friends from Sunday Mass at St Turibius. It was obvious that they were a loving caring couple, strong in faith and filled with good humor. My heart goes out to Bob and all the family at this sad time.
Sincerely, Fran

Fisher Family

December 24, 2015

Our deepest condolences to the Sloyan family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

~ ~ Fr. Dan Brandt, CPD Chaplain

December 24, 2015

Heartfelt and prayerful condolences from the Chicago Police Chaplains. Jean will be remembered at the Police Mass on Sunday, 27 DEC, 11:00 a.m. at Mercy Home - 1140 W. Jackson Blvd. In the meantime, may family and friends know the healing touch of our all-loving, all-merciful God! [www.ChicagoPCM.org or 312/738-7588]

John Runde

December 24, 2015

I am very sorry for your loss, Sloyan Family. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. May she rest in peace.

Mary Ellen Lonoria Streit

December 24, 2015

Jean was a high school classmate of mine at Madonna H S in Aurora. We haven't seen each other too often over the years but have communicated by phone and mail. She was always a sunny, thoughtful and gracious person. We will miss her.

Jack and Marita McGivney

December 24, 2015

Bob and family, Please accept our sincere condolences on the death of Jean , she will be remembered in our prayers. May she rest in peace

L. T.

December 24, 2015

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

Andrew Christophersen

December 24, 2015

Bob & Family,
My deepest sympathy on the loss of Jean. Jean and the entire Nelson Family will be in my prayers.

Sincerely,
Andy Christophersen

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Memorial Events
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Dec

27

Visitation

3:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Wolniak Funeral Home - Chicago

5700 South Pulaski Road, Chicago, IL 60629

Dec

28

Funeral

9:00 a.m.

Wolniak Funeral Home - Chicago

5700 South Pulaski Road, Chicago, IL 60629

Dec

28

Funeral Mass

9:30 a.m.

St. Turibius Church

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