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Janet Nielsen Obituary

Nielsen, Janet M. (Nee Friend) Of Milwaukee, born to a new life on July 7, 2008, at the age of 72 years. Beloved wife of Gordon Nielsen for 49 years. Loving mother of Laura (Bob) Eggert, Karin (friend Lonnie Young) Nielsen, Mark (Kim) Nielsen, and Samuel (Valinda) Nielsen. Proud grandmother of 12 grandchildren and 5 great-grandchildren. Dear sister of Merilyn Mellbom, Jean Strickland, Gail Friend, Kathy Cartwright, and James Friend. Further survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Cemetery Chapel Services on Thursday, July 10, at 1:00 PM, at Southern Wisconsin Veterans Memorial Cemetery (21731 Spring St., Union Grove). Private interment to follow. Janet was a member of the Descendent Of The Mayflower. BORGWARDT FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES West Allis, WI 414-476-2010

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Published by Milwaukee Journal Sentinel on Jul. 9, 2008.

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Christina Meyer

July 10, 2008

You and your family are in my prayers. May God provide comfort and peace during this time of need.

Paul & Pauline Marker

July 9, 2008

May the joy your mother is now experiencing in the Presence of Jesus remain strong in your heart
and give you much comfort and peace in the days ahead.
Abundant love & blessings in Him.

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