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1924
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2014
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Nell Capezio Obituary
Nell R. Capezio nee Pellicane, age 90, of Glen Ellyn for over 60 years, passed away on September 28, 2014.
Beloved wife of the late Joseph for 47 years; loving mother of Lynn (Larry) Passot of LaCrosse, WI, Mary Ann (Ron) Sellers of Chicago, IL and son-in-law, Michael Gilmore of Danville, CA; dear grandmother of Lauren (Justin) Tracey, Jackson, Samantha and Mackenzie; great grandmother of Carson, Allison and Logan; fond sister of Rosemary Zeibert of Glen Ellyn; aunt of many nieces and nephews.
Preceded in death by her daughter, Dawn; and sister, Lenore Pellicane.
Nell liked square dancing, gardening, cooking, swimming and biking.
Memorial Visitation Saturday, October 18th, 9:30 a.m. at St. Petronille Church, 420 Glenwood Ave, Glen Ellyn with memorial Mass to follow at 10:00 a.m.
In lieu of flowers donations to The National Ovarian Cancer Coalition (www.ovarian.org/donate.php) appreciated.
Family assisted with arrangements by Leonard Memorial Home, Glen Ellyn. (630) 469-0032.
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Mike G.
February 14, 2024
A fantastic and wonderful mother -- loved by all who knew her.
Mike Gilmore
September 26, 2023
Jackson and I visited Brookfield Park on a warm Summer Day, Fun times. Who could forget Nellomatic working her magic in the kitchen or enjoying a cup of decaf coffee.
Jackson G
October 11, 2019
Love you Nana
Jackson
Jackson G
October 11, 2019
Thinking of you on your birthday.
Mike
October 9, 2014
Blessed to have known Nell...
October 7, 2014
Mary Ann and family,
Our heartfelt condolences on the passing of of your lovely mother. We consider it an honor to have known her and may her spirit and love for life live on in your hearts.
God Bless,
The Braschi Family
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