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for Christine Nilan
January 9, 2011
To Steve and Your Children,
We were so very sorry to hear this sad news. Please be assured of our prayers. Chris was always so helpful during Mikey and Kevin's OLPH years. She welcomed Mikey to many gatherings at your house and cared for him like another son and I will never forget her kindness. God bless you and help you through this.
Love, The Pattersons
Diane Langmuir Conley
January 8, 2011
Steve and family, Please accept my deepest sympathy on your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Terry Carney-Light
January 8, 2011
Steve, Stephanie, Caitlin, Kevin, and Kelly,
I am so sorry for your loss. Your wife/Mom was truly an inspiration to not only myself, but her entire OLPH family. It will be impossible to walk down the halls of the school or to go into the lunch room and not feel her warm and endearing presence. I will miss her so much, but I know she will always be with us encouraging us to never give up trusting in God.
Love,
Mrs. Terry Light
Mrs. Bush
January 7, 2011
Dear Steve, Stephanie, Caitlin, Kevin and Kelly,
I have never met anyone as giving,joyful and loving. Your mom is such an amazing example of how to live life to the fullest. We are all so fortunate to have spent time with her. Please know you are all in my prayers. God bless you all.
Filomena Merlino
January 7, 2011
With deepest sympahty to the family of Chris Nilan
filomena merlino
January 7, 2011
With deepest sympathy to the family of Chris Nilan my prayers are with you
Christine Longhenry
January 7, 2011
I never had the privilege of meeting Chris Nilan in person, but by knowing her daughter Caitlin, I'm sure she was an incredible wife, mother, and friend. Her zest for life will be carried on by her beloved family. There can be no greater tribute to a life so well-lived!
mary anne Saveoz
January 6, 2011
Dear Kelly and family:
I had the honor and priveledge of getting to know both Kelly and her wonderful mother, Chris, 3 years ago when the Drexel Hill Players perfomed "The Best Christmas Pageant Ever." I was the President of the play group and Producer of the show. Kelly was a true delight and a good actress with lots of star potential even then at what, age 6 or 7? And your Mom was such a breath of fresh air! She volunteered to help with costumes, sets, with back stage tasks the nights of the shows, and with anything we needed or asked. What a loving, giving, tender, compassionate, fun-loving person and devoted Mother! She frequently talked about all your accomplishments in theater, school and cheerleading--and was there another sport in there?? I only knew Chris for about 4 months, but would see her now and then at some local theater performance. She was always positive about all that she had to face--worrying won't help. Almost a "do your best and leave the rest to God" attitude. I am so sorry she is no longer here physically to do all the motherly-things you want and need. But "love never dies," and she will always be with each of you 24/7, in everything you do. You just need to learn how to communicate with her new spirit. My Mother died when I was 24 and I gradually learned how to close my eyes and talk to her--and many times when I ask her, I can feel her hug me. I hope and pray that you all feel your Mom when you need her. And hold on to what faith tells us, that you will be together again! Til then hold on to all the wonderful memories of how she loved you all so deeply--and still does. Mary Anne Saveoz and your friends from the Drexel Hill Players
Debbie Gallagher
January 6, 2011
Dear Steve and Family, I'm so sorry for your loss. I had no idea Chris was sick. The last time we spoke was when our boys played soccer with Ridley United (Coach Bill). She was always busy running back and forth with the kids to their next event and enjoyed doing it. My prayers go out to all of you and hopefully her memories will help sustain you as you go on with your lives. I'm truly sadened and don't know what else to say. God give you strength. Sincerely, Debbie Gallagher (Sean's Mom).
Angelique & Wayne Klees
January 6, 2011
Our deepest sympathy goes out to your family. She was a wonderful lady & will be sadly missed. Love, The Klees Family
Cimino Family
January 6, 2011
We are so sorry for your loss, Chris will always be remembered so full of life, she always had an upbeat attitude even during her illness. your family will be in our prayers.
Lorraine Gearhart
January 6, 2011
Dear Steve and Family,
What a gift God is getting with a New Angel named Chris Nilan! Chris had such grace and dignity about her and never complained about herself with all she was going through! I applaud how she handled her Cancer and she lived life the way she wanted to all the way to the day she earned her Angel Wings. God Bless you Christine and your family! OLPH people will look out for Kelly and the rest of your family!
Lorraine Gearhart and Family!
January 6, 2011
What a gift God is getting with a New Angel named Chris Nilan! Chris had such grace and dignity about her and never complained about herself with all she was going through! I applaud how she handled her Cancer and she lived life the way she wanted to all the way to the day she earned her Angel Wings. God Bless you Christine and your family! OLPH people will look out for Kelly and the rest of your family!
Lorraine Gearhart and Family!
January 6, 2011
To the entire Nilan family, our deepest, sincerest condolences on the passing of your wife and mom. She was one of the nicest people I had the privelege of knowing from OLPH. Our prayers are with you at this very difficult time.
Bruce, Leisa, Sean, Amber & Jenna Gardner
January 6, 2011
There are no words to express my sadness.
I was blessed to have her in my life. All my love,
Jackie Reilly
Megan Sulecki
January 5, 2011
Steve, Stephanie, Caitlin, Kevin, and Kelly,
I am so saddened to hear of your loss. Chris was an amazing person that I was blessed to come to know at OLPH. Please know that you are all in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Ms. Megan Sulecki
January 5, 2011
Steve, Stephanie, Caitlin, Kevin and Kelly, we will miss Chris everyday. She was a wonderful person. Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers. If you ever need anything please know we are always here for you.
Love, Joey, Margie and Sammi Gliwa
Sr. Nancy Donovan
January 5, 2011
Be assured of the prayers from Mount Aloysius College. Our heartfelt condolences.
Theresa Albert
January 5, 2011
Jim and I are very sorry for the loss of your wife Christine. We know that she will be missed by all who have loved her. We will keep Christine in our prayers and if there is anything we can do please let us know.
Terry and Jim Albert
January 5, 2011
Steve and family,
We were so saddened to hear of your loss. Chris was so full of life and such a dedicated wife and mother. May you take comfort in knowing that her pain and suffering has ended. Our prayers are with you at this time.
John, Meg, Megan and Colleen Green
January 5, 2011
Keep your head up Jesus loves you and so do I: James Oates
January 5, 2011
Steve, Stephanie, Caitlin, Kevin, and Kelly,
Words cannot express how wonderful your wife and mom was. She was an amazing person. I am blessed to have known her, and I will continue to be inspired by her. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Ms. McGuire
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