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Jolene Ankers Obituary
November 14, 1938
September 20, 2014
Jolene Ankers passed away peacefully in her sleep at home on Saturday, September 20th, 2014.
Born in Trona, California on November 14th, 1938, Jolene was the first born child to Neal and Coila Swearingen, and later a sister, Susan. Jolene attended the University of Nevada from 1956 through 1962, getting married and having two daughters during this time. She earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Education. She was a teacher in Washoe County for 28 years. During retirement, Jolene enjoyed traveling the country.
Jolene is survived by her husband, Richard Ankers, her daughters, Karyn and Krystin, her grandchildren, Jessyca, Kelcie, Kyle and Kenna, her great-grandchildren, Avery and Greyson, and her dogs, Yogi and Manley.
A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, October 11th, 2014, at The Coney Island Bar and Grill at 2:00pm.
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Memories and Condolences
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Cheryl Andrews
October 4, 2014
Dear Dick,
I wish I had met this darling little lady sooner... I really enjoyed seeing her every time we met! I remember when Monte told me I just had to meet Jolene and how much she reminded her of his Mother. My heartfelt condolences go out to you and your family.
October 4, 2014
To Dick and Family
Betty and I were so sorry to hear
of Jolenes passing. I have many good
memories of UNR when we were going to
school. May God take Her into his
hands and bless you and your family
Fred and Betty Carlson
Christine Hill
September 30, 2014
I worked with Jolene my first year in Reno. She showed me the ropes and I am forever grateful. I am truly sorry for the loss of this very kind lady.
karen vail
September 29, 2014
To Susie and her family. It had been many years that I have seen Jolene, but I knew her when Susie and I were young girls in High School. My prayers are with all her family member's at this time. May your celebration of life be uplifting for I believe that's how she would like it. God Bless All of you!
Debbie O'Brien
September 29, 2014
My thoughts and prayers go out to the family. She was a joy to have known and a wonderful women! Heaven has gotten another beautiful angel.
Toni (Baro) Brandenburg
September 29, 2014
To the Ankers family
I grew up with this lady and she was called my aunt. We spend many holidays with her. She was a sweet lady and one my mom's best friends. They are together now. She will be missed.
Tony and Loretta Limon
September 28, 2014
Dear Dick and FAMILY;
We were so sorry to learn about Jolene. She loved her students so much and they in turn truly loved her. She will missed by all who knew her.
Ayme Durbin
September 28, 2014
I have such fond memories of the Ankers family with whom I spent so much time during elementary school and my friendship with Krystin - many sleepovers and some cross country skiing, and our Dads capsizing your sailboat at Lake Lahontan. Your Mom was always so sweet to me and I am so sorry for your loss.
September 26, 2014
Grief over the death of a love one is normal but be assured that the God of comfort is the only one that can relieve you and your family of this great pain and sorrow. Gwen Flowers 1990 Ford dr apt215 Cleveland Ohio 44106.
McCarthy
September 26, 2014
I am so sorry for your loss. May the Most High God comfort you as you mourn the loss of your loved one. (Psalm 83:18)
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