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Laura Nilles Obituary
Laura A. (Meyer) Nilles, 66, of Dubuque, died peacefully Wednesday evening, April 16, 2014. Mass will be held at 1:00 pm Saturday, April 26, at Holy Trinity Church in Dubuque. There will be no visitation. Hoffmann-Schneider Funeral Home and Cremation Service, 1640 Main St. is in charge of arrangements.
She received a B.A. Degree from Clarke University and a Master Degree in school counseling and guidance from Kansas State University.
Laura is survived by her husband, Keith; her two daughters, Erika (Jeff) Nilles-Plumlee, of Lawrence, Kansas and Kirstin (Steve) Kunkel, of Perrysburg, Ohio; five grandchildren; and her mother, Rosemary Meyer, of Dubuque.
Laura was preceded in death by her father, Robert J. Meyer.
A Laura A. Nilles Memorial Fund has been established.
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Memories and Condolences
for Laura Nilles
Barbara Stephens
April 25, 2014
Dear Keith and Family,
We are sorry to hear of your loss, and we know that Laura is in the hands of our loving Creator and Savior, Jesus Christ. Our condolences to you and to all her family and friends.
Barb and John Stephens
Tabor
April 24, 2014
Keith, Erika and Jeff:
We were so sorry to hear of Laura's death. At the same time though, I find comfort in knowing that she is in God's loving arms. Keith, the model of love, unconditional and faithful love, that you lived with Laura, has touched me profoundly. I do miss you very much, and will continue to miss Laura. I have such good memories of you and Laura in our faith-sharing group and of going to events with the 2 of you. I pray that you will find comfort in the people around you and in your faith. God bless all of you! I wish I could be there Saturday!
Love to all of You,
Susan and Rob Tabor
April 24, 2014
My sincere sympathy to the family for the loss of your dear loved one. May you find peace and comfort in Psalms 65:2. Again my deepest sympathy.
Lew and Gloria Hinshaw
April 24, 2014
Dear Keith,
We extend to you and all your family our deepest sympathy. The closeness you and Laura shared and your devotion to her has been an inspiration for us. We share your loss and sadness and pray the love and comfort of family, friends and God will sustain you as you mourn.
April 24, 2014
Keith, we were so sorry to learn of Laura's death. Please know that you and your faily are in our thoughts and prayers. We used to enjoy visiting with you both after weekday Mass. You will both be missed.
Bert and Marge Rowell, Lawrence.
Karen and Gary Henry
April 24, 2014
Keith, Erika, Jeff: Gary and I were so sad to read of Laura's passing this morning in the LJ World. I didn't know her very well, but found her to be a beautiful person. We admired how the two of you walked in our neighborhood even as her condition progressed. We missed seeing you two after you moved. We send you much comfort and peace.
Marilyn Page
April 24, 2014
Dear Mr. Nilles,
Know that your wife, Laura, is in my prayer. I am sorry for your loss. I believe I would see you and her at Mass at St. John's.
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