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Rosa Nilles Obituary
Rosa A. Nilles (nee Forss), age 80, of LaGrange. Beloved wife of Raymond J. Nilles, Jr. for a wonderful 57 ½ years. Loving mother of Julia (Terry Trainor) Nilles, Pam (Dave) Smoron, Linda Nilles, and Maria Nilles. Devoted grandmother of Laura Nilles. Cherished great-grandmother of Jenna Rae Nilles. Dear sister of Ernest (Jeanne) Forss, Jr., Robert (Margi) Forss, Bonnie Henson, Sally McLane, and the late Bill (Karen) Forss. Fond aunt of many. Rosa was a longtime employee of the Catholic Cemeteries. She was an active member of St. Cletus Parish, LaGrange. The family would like to thank the staff of Brookdale, Burr Ridge for their excellent care. A private entombment will be held at Queen of Heaven Cemetery, Hillside. A Memorial Mass will be held at a later date at St. Cletus Church. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Alzheimer's Association. Arrangements are entrusted to Hallowell & James Funeral Home, Countryside at 708-352-6500 or HJfunerals.com.
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Clare (Pable) Bokelman
June 8, 2020
I have the fondest memories of all the times spent with "Aunt" Rosa and "Uncle" Ray. I will cherish them always. Hugs and prayers to all of the Nilles family and so wish I could be there to hug you all in person.
Clare & Family
Larry Shell
June 7, 2020
Rest in peace and rise in glory! Much love and hugs to the Nilles family.
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