Jennifer Lee Kroll

So I grew up with Kris and Jenn. I would come over, hang out, see Kris' progress on her bug studies, I think it was fruit flies. Jenn showed me how to play some chords on the guitar. I bought one of her books she wrote on biospheres which will fit in when I'm teaching about habitats. I'm glad we were friends. Kathy

Jen and I became friends during our freshman year at Notre Dame, when she lived down the hall. I wish that I'd stayed in closer touch because I thought a great deal of her. What bright light she was, so talented, witty, hard-working and grounded. I will miss catching up on her latest publications, brimming with warmth, intelligence and originality. I wish her family the best during this very difficult year.

Deeply loved, desperately missed, our home is missing its heart, our kids are missing their mom and I am missing my love of 25 years. We will never forget you.

Your sweetness, your strength and courage, your dedication and loyalty, your wit, insights and intelligence, your creativity, and the love you gave us makes us who we are. You live on in our hearts and in .your body of work. The song says to do something pretty while you can and you did your entire life. So, rest now.

Jen,
Your friendship has meant so much to me these past few years! So many happy memories of things we did together and our kids growing up from toddlers to teens together! I will miss our long walks, giving each other writing advice, meeting at the pool, sharing gardening tips and plants. I will miss your wry sense of humor, your kindness and loyalty. You touched so many lives! Every year on St. Patrick's Day you reminded me to plant my snap peas...every upcoming St. Patrick's Day I...

There are no words to describe the deep sadness and loss we all feel on Jen's passing. A beautiful, talented, creative and loving soul who touched us all. Despite the long distances between us and the very few times we could meet in person Jen was a much loved and important member of her New Zealand and Australian families. Rest now Jen. X

In loving memory of my beautiful and creative friend. I will love you and miss you always. I have so many everyday memories of our friendship surrounding me in nature and in our children. I will carry you with me everyday moving forward. My sincere condolenses to family and friends near and far.

So many happy memories from my Boston graduate school days involve Jen. She was a wonderful housemate and friend. I will always remember her intelligence, kindness, and sense of humor. My deepest condolences to her family.

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

I am so incredibly saddened to learn of Jenny's passing. She was a great friend to me during my entire childhood and my teen years. I spent countless hours laughing and being silly with her. The play times, sleepovers, and birthday parties with her are part of my favorites memories. My deepest sympathy to Mr. And Mrs. Kroll and to Kristen. Jenny will always live in my heart.