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Kenneth Nyquist Obituary


Kenneth H. Nyquist, age 66, resident of Romeoville, passed away peacefully May 20, 2009 surrounded by his family. Born Sept. 9, 1942 in Chicago, IL the son of the late Harold and Elsie Nyquist. Beloved husband of 46 years of Elaine; loving


father of Earlie


Sinders, James


Nyquist and Samantha (Tyler) Greek; cherished grandfather of Brandon and Trevor; dear brother of Dennis (Ooy) Mulcahy and the late Glen Faure; fond uncle of Kristina. In lieu of flowers, memorials to Seasons Hospice 606 Potter Road, Des Plaines, IL 60016. Visitation Saturday, May, 23 from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m., with a service to follow at 5 p.m. at Overman-Jones Funeral Home, 15219 S. Joliet Road, (Corner of Rts. 30 & 59) Plainfield, IL 60544. Info: 815-436-9221.


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Published by Chicago Tribune on May 22, 2009.

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Earlie Sinders

June 26, 2020

I still think of you daily and almost cry just as much. They say it gets better, but for me, its just learning to keep going. I couldnt have asked for a better mother or father. My life may not show it but every good thing in it is because of you both. You were and are the best father a girl could ask for. There will never be a day that you wont be in my heart or on my mind and I know that one day youll be there for me again when its my time. So until then keep them all laughing up there. I Love You!

Elaine Nyquist

June 22, 2009

My world has changed so much without you, our children and grandchildren will help me to keep going. I keep your picture on my desk and kiss you good morning when I get to work and kiss you goodnight when I leave. I know you are in Gods hands and we will be together again when God calls me home.

Samantha Hanson

May 24, 2009

I will miss my friend Ken who helped all of us who were "computer challenged"

He always had a warm smile and a great attitude even when times were rough.

Elaine and Family, please know that Ken's co-workers are grieving with you. We have lost a kind and gentle man. It was my pleasure to call him a friend. May God Bless you and put his arms around you during the difficult days ahead.

Judi Moran

May 22, 2009

My sincere sympathy and condolences to the Nyquist family.

Ken, you will be missed.

F Aguirre

May 22, 2009

God bless the Nyquist family in this difficult time. Always remember the good times.

I have never met a more positive person, even in the face of big uncertainty at work. His words of advice were wise and thoughtful. I told him so and he'd chuckle.

Often, Ken would see me walking down the hallway and say, "keep smiling!" His other saying was "how's the world?" Well, today old friend, I cant smile and the world is sad because its lost a great, unique person. Thanks for everything. Rest in peace.

Jackie Jassim

May 22, 2009

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

May 22, 2009

Elaine and family: My deepest condolences on your loss.
Fondly, Carin Rottstin, UCC

Dennis Mulcahy

May 22, 2009

We will miss you and love you forever

Dennis,Ooy and Kristina

Dennis Mulcahy

May 22, 2009

We will miss you and love you forever.

Dennis, Ooy and Kristina

Nadine Wodarczyk

May 22, 2009

My Dear Friend Ken,

I will miss you dearly. You were always so kind to me. I will always remember your smile and how you help fix my computer issues. Thanks Ken for all the smiles. You made work a joy to come to.

Elaine and Family,

Memories are a Gift from GOD that death can not take away. Remember the good times.

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