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Christopher Nilson Obituary
WILKES-BARRE — Christopher John Nilson, 54, of Wilkes-Barre, died Aug. 12, 2021. Friends and family are invited to pay their respects from noon to 2 p.m. and 5 to 7 p.m. Monday at Mamary-Durkin Funeral & Cremation Services, 59 Parrish St., Wilkes-Barre.
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Memories and Condolences
for Christopher Nilson
Sam
June 19, 2025
Curious about his father
Tom O'Rourke
August 20, 2021
I was very sorry to hear of Chris' passing. I have lot's of fond memories of Chris from Clinton school through our teenage years.
He was a great kid. Always smiling, joking, and kind to everyone. God bless him, his family, and all his loved ones.
Debbie (Facciponti) Kane
August 16, 2021
I am sorry for your family's loss. Chris was a nice kid, a Clinton School boy who always had a smile on his face and was kind to all. Just an all around nice guy. God Bless You Chris.
To the whole family, I am so sorry for your loss. Chris was a sweet guy who always had a smile on his face. Clinton School guy who was well liked and was kind to all he met. God Bless You Chris, rest in peace. Debbie
Marie Zuzuro Lentz
August 16, 2021
Rest In Peace Chris you are a wonderful person who will be missed growing up you were always the quiet one that use to always to follow me abs Tammy around we always loved that about you all of the years on Summit Avenue we have built so many cherished memories that will live on rest easy my friend
Aileen martin
August 15, 2021
My heartfelt condolences to the entire Nilsson family and special love and hugs to Scott and Keira and Kristen
Maureen Larkin Sinclair
August 15, 2021
Sending all my love to one of the VERY BEST families from the old 'hood.
Grandma
August 14, 2021
My love and prayers to the entire Nilson family especially To my grandchildren, Scott and Keira and my daughter Kristen
Anne Mitzak.
August 14, 2021
To the entire Nilsson family, I am so sorry for your loss.
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16
Visitation
12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Mamary-Durkin Funeral & Cremation Services59 Parrish St., Wilkes-Barre, PA 18702
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16
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5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Mamary-Durkin Funeral & Cremation Services59 Parrish St., Wilkes-Barre, PA 18702
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