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My heartfelt prayers are extended to the family. A true Patriarch will be missed by so many. Many Blessings to You All.
Sherry Hodge
October 16, 2008 | Hendersonville, TN


Atlanta, Georgia
Family-Placed Death Notice NILAN, William William Joseph Nilan, 88, died peacefully on Friday, October 10, 2008, following a short illness. His last months were spent in the care of Park Springs' Cobblestone staff and Cornerstone Hospice workers who provided support to Eleanor Nilan,...
Read MoreMy heartfelt prayers are extended to the family. A true Patriarch will be missed by so many. Many Blessings to You All.
Sherry Hodge
October 16, 2008 | Hendersonville, TN
To the Nilan Family:
My heart & prayers go out to each of you during this loss. I know that this is not an easy time nor will be the days that follow. Just remember how many lives Bill touched and how many people he inspired throughout his life. You remain in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Lisa Murray
October 14, 2008 | Stockbridge, GA
Dear Mrs. Nilan, Chris, Mike, Patty, Sue - I am saddened to hear about Bill's passing and send you all my sympathy. I spent nearly 20 years as a vendor at Nilan's Alley, and have many warm memories from those times. I remember very clearly, how, as a scared young exhibitor, Bill was always kind, generous and supportive of me. My very first gift show included a shrimp dinner at your house! I felt welcomed by the entire Nilan family. Bill was, in so many ways, the honorary 'god-father' of...
Christie Batterman-Jordan
October 13, 2008 | Gallery Art Glass, CA
Your entire family is and will continue to be in my thoughts and prayers. May you experience the peace that passes all understanding today and always.
Freda English
October 13, 2008 | Dacula, GA
You are in my prayers
Pat Van Doren
October 13, 2008 | Naperville, IL
May God's love give you the peace and strength needed at this time.
I am so fortunate to have known Bill Nilan and his family... He always seemed to be so full of joy and life.
Laurie Bishop Bogue
October 13, 2008 | Atlanta, GA
The Nilan Family:
Heartfelt wishes and prayers are with you all. Bill and his family touched and was involved in my life for 25 years in his various business entities. Bill was a most brilliant and caring person in both personal and business relationships. He loss is deeply felt.
Ann Windham
October 13, 2008 | Bremen, GA
I was so sorry to hear of Bill's passing. He was a pioneer in our industry and a real gentleman.
Ed Freeman
October 13, 2008 | Danbury, CT
My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Helen Jilek
October 13, 2008 | Lisle, IL