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Dolores Nelke Obituary

Nelke, Dolores R. 'Dode' (nee Gaab), fortified with the Sacraments of Holy Mother Church, Friday, July 13, 2012 at the age of 94. Beloved wife of the late Aloysius 'Buddy' Nelke; dear mother of John (Jessie) Nelke, Richard (Janice) Nelke, Kathleen (Tony) Campanella, Maureen (Michael) Conlin; grandmother of Jeffrey (Deana) Nelke, Beth (Matt) Sullivan, Patrick (Trish) Nelke, Jim Nelke, Mike (Val) Nelke, Mari Campanella, Greg (Kristin) Campanella, Molly (Tracy) LaRue, Brian (Kelly) Conlin; great-grandmother of Kyle, Hayley, Kaitlin, Jacob, Antonia, Gabbi, Anthony, Sean, Nathan, Brady and Parker. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to The Little Sisters of the Poor or St. Gabriel the Archangel Church. Services: Funeral from HOFFMEISTER COLONIAL Mortuary, 6464 Chippewa at Watson, Tuesday, July 17, 2012, 9:00 a.m. to St. Gabriel the Archangel Catholic Church with Mass at 9:30 a.m. The interment will follow in Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery. Visitation Monday 4-8 p.m. Place memories and condolences at www.hoffmeistercolonial.com

Published by St. Louis Post-Dispatch from Jul. 15 to Jul. 16, 2012.

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July 21, 2012

To the Nelke Family,

I enjoyed cleaning for your mother. She was very special and kind. I always looked forward to seeing her and I will miss her standing at the door waving me off. Sweet lady!! Linda

July 21, 2012

To John & Jesse -
Sorry to hear about the loss of your Mother. We are currently out of the country and just learned the news when we were checking online.

We will be thinking of you and your family.

Michael & Eileen Jerome

July 19, 2012

Rich, I'm very sorry to hear about your Mother. I lost my Mother at 42 yrs. in 1950. Your Mom had a very long, and I hope, a happy life.
You have my sincere condolences.

Ray "Goose" Gilliam

July 17, 2012

So sorry to hear of the loss. I've posted a little note on Coptalk for the brotherhood to see and appreciate what happens when the unthinkable actually happens to a fellow cop...and the impact on his family. MRS NELKE did not have it easy and her contribution was considerable. God bless the Nelke family!
Bill Leahy-(Really old ex-cop)
author-Curbstone Justice
and Al Nelke's story; "Meet an Officer."
[email protected]

Nancy (Bohnert) Werkmeister

July 16, 2012

To the Nelke Family...I was so sorry to hear of Mrs. Nelke's passing. I have such fond memories/stories of her from PH days and the South City area. I'm not sure which are my actual memories and which I've heard so many times from my mom. All I know is whenever I think of her, I can't help but smile. She was admired and loved by my family. May your memories of her and those of others bring you peace and comfort.

Mary Scheumbauer Gregg

July 16, 2012

Kathy and Maureen, I am so sorry about your loss of your mom. I met her when I was a student at Lizzie's and you invited me to your home in north city. She was so very kind. Mary Scheumbauer Gregg Class of '68.

Bud & Jeanne Conlin

July 16, 2012

We are so sorry for your loss. We have always admired Dode's energy and positive attitude. We are also grateful for the fridge full of Landshire sandwiches that she provided when we were economically challenged newlyweds.
Sincerely,

MICHAEL WHALEN

July 16, 2012

Sorry to hear about your Mother.My thoughts and Prayers are with you

Gail Clapp, Helen Weston

July 16, 2012

We are so sorry to hear about your mother Kathy. You and your family are in our thoughts.

Brian & Betsy Leighton

July 16, 2012

John/Jessie,
Our condolences to you and the Nelke family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

July 16, 2012

Dear Rich my deepest condolence on the loss of your mother. You and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers. Kathleen LaVelle

July 16, 2012

On behalf of the St. Louis Soccer Hall of Fame, I would like to send our condolences and prayers to the Nelke Family
Jim Leeker President St. Louis Soccer Hall of Fame.

Chaplain George Ontko

July 16, 2012

From the staff of Brooking Park: May God's peace be with each of you in your time of loss.

Tim Dwyer

July 16, 2012

Dear John, Jesse, & Rick,

Sorry to read about the loss of you mother. Your and your families will be in my thoughts and prayers.

Tim Dwyer

July 16, 2012

Dear Jan, Rick, and Family:
My sympathy on the death of your mother. From the stories Jan told me she sounded like a sweet, loving woman. You are in my prayers. Love - Pam Mueller

Clarence Hanks

July 16, 2012

Our deepest condolence to the Nelke family. From Clarence and Kendol Hanks

larry decker

July 15, 2012

The PH Mother's Club Softball Team is complete now! Go ladies ,go!

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