Nancy Ann DaViera Morganelli Rodia, was a long time resident of Des Plaines, Illinois. She was born in Chicago Heights, Illinois on March 9, 1958 and a former resident of Sauk Village. Nancy passed away on December 18, 2024, peacefully with her family by her side.  Nancy is survived by her husband Dominic Rodia, her children;  Larina Gagliano, David Desimone, Paul Morganelli and her grandchildren Isabella & Lilianna Gagliano, and Faith Desimone. Her siblings Dennis DaViera, Pamela Crispino, James DaViera, Tony DaViera and many nieces and nephews. Nancy was preceded in death by her parents Louise and Alexander DaViera, and her sister Paula Kirner. Nancy was an artist, an amazing cook, had a huge green thumb for the garden and she had a great eye for photography. She traveled often with her husband and loved the new adventures they found. Nancy "Nona" was an amazing grandma, mother and spouse. She brought so much joy to each life and relationship she touched.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Buddy Foundation, for information please visit www.thebuddyfoundation.org or call 847.290.5806, or to the Chicago Botanical Garden, www.chicagobotanic.org/donate , in Nancy's name.

A visitation will be held Monday, December 30, 2024 from 11:00 am until the time of service at 1:00 pm at G.L. Hills Funeral Home, 745 Graceland Avenue, Des Plaines, Illinois. For information, please call 847-699-9003 or visit www.glhillsfuneralhome.com .