Alfred Nissen Obituary

Alfred "Al" Nissen, 82, of La Grange Park IL, formerly of Arlington Heights IL died May 20, 2012. Loving son of Marie and Michael, predeceased by his wife, Pearl. He is survived by his children, Cindy (Mark Nelson), Rick and Debby (Tom Pater); his grandchildren, Michael and Marisa, wife Kathryn, brother, Herb and sister, Inge (E.G. Fitzgerald). He served in the United States Air Force during the Korean War. He was a consummate salesman, using his chemistry degree from City College of New York, his 6'6"frame and his gregarious and humorous nature to charm his clients. The family expresses gratitude to the care teams of Beechwood Assisted Living Community and Harbor Light Hospice. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in his name to Grace Lutheran Church, La Grange Illinois, Capitol Fund (to improve church accessibility) or the American Lung Association-Chicago Chapter for smoking cessation programs. A memorial service celebrating Al's life will be held on June 30, 2012. Please contact the family for details.