Nellie Mollet Obituary
NELLIE J. MOLLET, 72, of Prairie du Rocher, Illinois, passed away at 12:04 pm, Tuesday, June 10, 2025 at her residence.
She was born to the late Clyde and Mildred (nee Smith) Brewer on December 20, 1952, in Red Bud, Illinois.
Nellie married Vernon Mollet on February 20, 1988, in Perryville, Missouri; he survives.
She had worked at Red Bud Nursing Home, Alco in Red Bud, and R& R Country Care Senior Living in Ruma. For the past 15 years, she has worked for Rozier’s Country Mart in Chester.
Nellie was of the Baptist Faith. She enjoyed spending time with her family and friends.
Survivors:
Husband:
Vernon Mollet Prairie du Rocher, IL
2 Sons:
Micah (Laura) Cozean Red Bud, IL
Gary Buckholtz, Jr Red Bud, IL
1 Granddaughter:
Myranda Cozean
1 Great Granddaughter:
Xyla Porter
Several Brothers-in-law, Sisters-in-law, Nieces, Nephews, 1 Cousin, and many Friends
Preceded in death by: Parents, 1 Sister – Barbara Winch, and 1 Grandson – Caleb Bixby
It was Nellie’s wish to be cremated.
Celebration of Life Luncheon will be held at the American Legion in Prairie du Rocher, Illinois, on Sunday, July 13, 2025. Lunch will be served at 1:00 pm. Donation of desserts is welcome.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
1340 West Market St, Red Bud, IL 62278
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