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MARY NILEST Obituary
Mary retired from General Electric, Appliance Park and was a 1958 graduate of Valley High School. She had a love of writing poetry, and caring for animals.
She is survived by her three children, Daniel Shumate (Wiffi), Donna Coppage (Mark), and Michael Shumate (Amy); along with nine grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.
A memorial service was held at 4 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 16 at Louisville Memorial Gardens Funeral Home, 4400 Dixie Highway.
In lieu of flowers, donations are requested to the Kentucky Humane Society, 241 Steedly Drive, Louisville, KY 40214 (502) 366-3355.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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Neighborhood Services
March 6, 2019
My condolences to the Nilest family.
The scriptures offer comfort.
Isa25:8 says: "He will swallow up death forever...God will wipe away the tears from all faces"
March 1, 2019
May you find comfort from the promise at John 6:40 knowing your loved one is in God's memory. My heartfelt sympathy during this difficult time.
March 1, 2019
So sorry for your loss. Please accept my condolences. May the God of comfort, comfort you during this sad time.
February 27, 2019
My sincere condolences to your family.
May God's promise comfort and sustain you during this difficult time. (John 6:40)
LA
Cinder
February 25, 2019
Sorry for your loss
Sonja Nolan Littrell
February 15, 2019
Prayers be with the family during this time.
Linda Graham
February 14, 2019
Carolyn was my sweet cousin .Condolences and prayers for all
February 12, 2019
My condolences to the family. May the wonderful memories of your loved one comfort you until the God of love promises are fulfilled. 1 Thessalonians 4:13,14
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16
Visitation
2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Louisville Memorial Gardens & Funeral Home West4400 Dixie Highway, Louisville, KY 40216
Feb
16
Memorial service
4:00 p.m.
Louisville Memorial Gardens & Funeral Home West4400 Dixie Highway, Louisville, KY 40216
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