Lynne Nicoletti Obituary

Age 81 of Coal City, died unexpectedly on Tuesday, February 8, 2022 at her home.

Born July 9, 1940 in Manhattan, Illinois, Lynne Kathleen was a daughter of Glenn and Margaret (Pastore) Koerner. She was raised in Coal City and graduated with the Coal City High School Class of 1958. In 1960, Lynne went on to marry James Nicoletti who preceded her in death in 1997.

A dedicated wife, mother and homemaker, Lynne was a member of Assumption Catholic Church in Coal City. She was an accomplished seamstress; enjoyed riding her bike, dog sitting and watching football. In the hearts of many, Lynne will be long remembered with love.

Survivors include her two children: Andrew Nicoletti of Bayonne, New Jersey and Jennifer Nicoletti (Michael Togliatti) of Coal City; two brothers-in-law, Jack (Karen) Nicoletti and Bill Kerwin, both of California, and several nieces and nephews.

Lynne was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Jim, and two sisters: Genevieve (Charles) DeYoung and Kay Kerwin.

Green flameless cremation rites have been accorded.

The family will receive friends for a memorial visitation at Reeves Funeral Home, 75 N. Broadway (one block north of Illinois Route 113) in Coal City on Monday, February 14, 2022 from 11:00 a.m. until the time of memorial service, 1:00 p.m.

Those wishing to participate in the services virtually are welcome to join the live-stream or watch on-demand by following the link LYNNE'S MEMORIAL SERVICE

Inurnment will be in Braceville-Gardner Cemetery, where Lynne will be laid to rest with her late husband, Jim.

Preferred memorials may be made as gifts in Lynne’s memory to the Carbon Hill Museum, 875 N. Second Street, Carbon Hill, Illinois 60416.

Family and friends are encouraged to sign the guest book, upload photographs and share Lynne’s memorial page online through social media.

Green flameless cremation services and memorial arrangements have been made under the direction and care of Reeves Funeral Homes, Ltd. in Coal City. (815-634-2125)