Nancy E. Rafaj

Nancy E. Rafaj obituary, Villa Park, IL

Nancy E. Rafaj

Nancy Rafaj Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Steuerle Chapel - Villa Park on Nov. 11, 2025.

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Nancy Ellen Rafaj, nee Klein, age 73, of Lombard, Illinois. Beloved wife of the late Dennis Rafaj; loving mother of Dennis (Lori), Christopher (Erin), and Alicija Rafaj; dear daughter of the late Alice, nee Broda, and the late Leo Klein; and her cherished grandchildren, Nolan, Eleanor, and Austin; fond sister of Mark Klein; aunt of Larry, Tony, Kristen, Mark Adam and Justin.
Memorial Mass Saturday, November 22, 2025 at 10:00 AM at St. Pius X Catholic Church, 1025 E Madison St Lombard, Illinois. Interment Queen of Heaven Catholic Cemetery. In lieu of flowers donations to ASPCA or please consider contributing to the family to help with funeral expenses. Funeral info: steuerlefh.com or (630) 832-4161.

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