Nader died in her home at the age of 99 (15 days short of her 100th birthday) on January 20, 2006 from congestive heart failure.[1] Soon after, a memorial was held and her son Ralph was among those who addressed the gathering. In reference to her as a mother, he called her "our anchor, compass and vision." Her family announced plans to donate 100 red rosebushes to the community and residents of Winsted in memory of her 100 years of life.[8]