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Dawn Nelen Obituary
She was the wife of George A. Nelen, IV. They had been married for 6 years. Born in Providence, a daughter of Mary Lou (Orr) Ackert of Coventry and Armand J. DiLibero of Cranston. She was the step-daughter of Charles Ackert and a lifelong resident of Cranston.
Dawn was a beautician for 11 years before retiring 5 years ago when she became ill. Dawn was dedicated to her family.
Besides her husband and parents, she leaves three daughters, Adrianna DiLibero, Michaela Mari and Kiara Nelen; a sister, Dalora DiLibero; a brother, Richard DiLibero and her paternal grandmother, Christine DiLibero.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend a Mass of Christian Burial on Saturday at 10 am in St. Mary Church, 1525 Cranston St., Cranston. Visiting hours are respectfully omitted. Interment will be private. In lieu of flowers, contributions to the Dawn M. Nelen Memorial Fund, c/o 285 East View Ave., Cranston, RI 02920 would be deeply appreciated. Information and condolences please visit: www.galloglyfuneralhome.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Dawn Nelen
Andrea Leveille
May 13, 2009
Adrianna, Michaela & Kiara,
I want to tell you how very, very proud I am of you. You were so brave at Mommy's bedside and at her service. You have made everyone in our family very proud and I love you all so much. I am always here for you. I know you made your Mommy very proud and she is smiling down on you with all her love and happiness. I know this is a very hard time and it is hard to understand, but know that your Mommy loved you more than anything and we promised her we will keep you three together as sisters. We take our promises very seriously because they come from our hearts and this is one that isn't hard to keep, it's a pleasure to carry out. I love you!
Auntie Andie
Michelle Cote
April 28, 2009
To my second family: I am so sorry for your loss. Dawn was the most wonderful person I have ever known. I always admired her strength, even when we were children. I feel like I have lost a sister and I miss her everyday. I wouldn't be who I am if she hadn't been in my life. My childhood would not have been the same without her and I have so many memories that will always be in my heart. She meant the world to me and I'm so grateful I had 30 years with her. I know God has a very special angel up there with him. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Love you, Michelle
Beth Rivera
April 22, 2009
To all of Dawn's family, I am so sorry for your loss. I only met Dawn a few times when I was in college at RIC. She was good friends with my roommate Michelle. She always made us laugh; and was the sweetest person in the world. I know she will be looking down on all of you. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. I know she "fought the good fight" and misses you all.
Chrissy Sivo
April 20, 2009
My sympathy to Dawn's family,
I could not believe what happend to Dawn. I've known her thru highschool and we would hang out as kids at her house. My deepest sympathy to your intire family.To know someone had to go thru what her family and herself as a day to day battle. I am so sorry for everyone to loose such a beautiful girl. She really was always a happy, bubbly smiling friend. That is how I'll always remember her. I'm truely sorry for everyone.
Gary, Lynn and Chad
April 19, 2009
Marylou,Bob,George,De and Rich, Dawn was so special to all of us. We will miss her smile, sense of humor and her kindness to every one. She fought a long and tough battle and never complained. We will miss her so much. We love you all. xoxoxxoox
Gina Capobianco(Nicholson)
April 19, 2009
To the DiLibero family,I am so sorry for your loss. I have only wonderful memories of Dawn. Dawn was a huge part of my chilhood, and will never be forgotten. My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time.
MARISSA MONTEIRO
April 18, 2009
IM SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. MY PRAYS GOES OUT TO THE HOLE FAMILY
Renee Saucier
April 17, 2009
George and Family,
I am so sorry for the loss of Dawn. My prayers and thoughts go out to you all.
Sarah Paton
April 17, 2009
Mary Lou and Family,
I am so sorry for the loss of Dawn. She was a kind and strong woman. My thought and prayers are with you all at this very hard time.
Sarah Paton (Arnold)
sheila enderby (chemo nurse)
April 16, 2009
dawn always brought such a fabulous energy to the day each time she came to the chemo unit. i am so sorry to hear she lost her fight. she will truly be missed by so many! it was such an honor to have known her =)
Melissa Ring-Dowgal
April 16, 2009
Auntie Lou&family,
I've known Dawn since I was 14 and all through the years I thought she was the best with the biggest heart and the brightest smile.She will be deeply missed.Sent with love.
Jenn (Fortin) DeVoe
April 16, 2009
Dalora I am so sorry to hear of Dawn's passing! You and your family are in my thoughts!!
maria albanese silvestro
April 16, 2009
my condonlences to you all;dawn you were a very caring person with a zest for life;ill never forget all our talks and secrets;we met in 1990 when you came to work in our jewerly shop;we had a grt time ;then as we got older our paths crossed again but with a different outlook in life;;i;ll never forget all the nites dancing and how much you loved my amanda she always wanted you; you always lit up the room you walked in;and now it was time for you to lite up gods world and fill it with love and laughter;;my sweet friend now you are truely and angel in gods kingdom'i will always remember you in my prayers and still cherish all the fun times we had;;forever missed and never forgotten;;maria
April 16, 2009
Our hearts are broken into a million peices.Dawn was not only mine and David's friend, she was our FAMILY, just as all of you are.If there is anything you ever need, ANYTHING do not hesitate to ask. God took the best person to ever come into our lives, and we will never ever forget. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you allways. xoxoxo Denise and David Tartaglia
Virginia Traversa Bianco
April 16, 2009
Armand and family, My thoughts and prayers are with you at this diffcult time.
April 16, 2009
Mary Lou, Bob, George, Richard, Dee, Adriana, Makala and Kiara,
Dawn's passing has deeply effected everyone who knew her. She was a beautiful person inside and out. She will be missed by all that she touched. I extend my deepest and heartfelt condolences to all of her family and friends.
Love Marc and Deanna
caitlin pendergast
April 16, 2009
I only got a chance to meet dawn once or twice. But from all the stories dalora told me, i felt as though i knew her well. Dalora,i'm so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my thoughts. xoxoxo
Lynn Silvia
April 16, 2009
I do not know any of you except for what Dawn told me as we sat together during chemo. She was a beautiful woman who gave me hope when I needed it most. I will never forget her. She spoke often about her beautiful family, particularly her girls. She once gave me a pocketbook that her aunt had made for her. I will cherish it always. May God grant you all peace. There is no doubt that she is in heaven looking down on all of us. She will be missed.
Sabrina Lepore
April 16, 2009
Dalora I'm so sorry for your loss! You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers! With Deepest Sympathy!!
Sabrina (DeQuattro) Lepore
Scott Cunningham
April 16, 2009
The Delibro family,
My Condonlences to you all. Dawn was a fantastic person. Always had a smile on her face. I remember her coming to watch Dalora (Dee) and I play baseball back in the day. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. God Bless
April 16, 2009
Lou, Bob, George, Dee & Rich,
We have such happy, loving memeories of Dawn, we will keep her memory alive through our laughter and love. I love you all so much! Dawn is greatly missed and much loved!
Love Always,
Auntie Andie
Alex Ulbin
April 16, 2009
To all of your family Mary Lou I am so very sorry for your loss. Gary my deepest heartfelt sorrow to you and your family for the passing of your Neice Dawn.
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