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Mary Nolley Obituary

MARY G. (REAGLES) NOLLEY, 82 ROCKFORD - Mary G. (Reagles) Nolley, 82, of Rockford passed away Tuesday, July 12, 2011, at SwedishAmerican Hospital. Born May 1, 1929, in Rockford, the daughter of Edgar and Mary Reagles. Mary attended Muldoon High School in Rockford. Married Duane Nolley in 1948 in Henderson, Ky. Mary was a member of St. Bernadette Catholic Church. Left to share in her memory is her loving husband of 62 years, Duane Nolley; children, Colleen Nolley, Cindy (Dennis) VanderWaal, Debbie (Jack) Springer and Brad (Elizabeth) Nolley; grandchildren, Chad, Brynn, Dirk, Mandy, Kaitlynn, Paul and Sarah; brother-in-law, Jerry Nolley; sisters-in-law, Sandy Nolley and Cheryl Lierman; several nieces and nephews; and her lifelong best friend, Shirley (Chuck) Powell. Predeceased by her parents. Special heartfelt thanks to all who cared for her over the last 12 years. Visitation from 4 to 6 p.m. Sunday, July 17, at Sunset Funeral Home, 8800 N. Alpine Road, Machesney Park. A private family service will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, a memorial will be established at a later date. Condolences at sunsetfhmemgardens.com.

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Published by Rockford Register Star from Jul. 15 to Jul. 16, 2011.

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Michael Strandquist

July 20, 2011

Dear Duane:

So very sorry to hear of Mary's passing. Please accept our sincere condolences to you and your family. You're in our thoughts and prayers.

Mike & Mary Ellen Strandquist

July 18, 2011

Dear Deb, Colleen and Cindy, All who know this life know it too briefly.All who leave this life leave it too soon. When I saw the pic in the paper, I immediately remembered your mom. She was a dyanamo to keep up with you. AND managed to see some humor along the way. I'm sorry for your loss and glad for the legacy of such amazing women. Thoughts are with you all, Jode Gabriel (Lofgren)

July 16, 2011

Dear Debbie,
So sorry to read about your Mother's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. We used to be neighbors many years ago. Our family lived on Sauber Avenue. Take care and God bless you all.

Diane Peacock Young

Anne Remington

July 15, 2011

Dear Debbie, So sorry to read about your Mother's passing. I hope your good memories of her as well as the support of friends and family will be of comfort to you.

Jayne Garnhart

July 15, 2011

All my memories of your Mother so lovely. My Mother will enjoy her company & help show her around. Suppose they can chuckle over the gray hairs we gave them in the RVC days. May the blessing of having such a wonderful Mother fill your hearts! Love, Jayne Garnhart

John Leggero

July 15, 2011

My condolences to the Nolley Family

July 15, 2011

Colleen - Very sorry to hear of the loss of your mother. Kyle Kuranz

valerie rill

July 15, 2011

colleen i am so sorry for your loss!!! we are leaving for vacation today otherwise i
would be at the visitation for your mother.
god bless you and your family.

valerie tresemer rill

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