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Jean Rode Obituary

That guy who makes the doughnuts would blush if he saw how hard Jean worked. Her work ethic was forged early as a child on the family's horse farm in South Harrison. She did everything from grooming horses to bailing hay. In 1980 her green thumb and artistic abilities led to the creation of Rode's Greenhouse. She was often found with a wheel barrel in her hands and a child on her back. When they were older they worked beside her. Daytime may have found her with dirty hands and her hair a bit askew, but if you saw her out in the evening she'd be transformed like Cinderella. Though she was in school with a young Chris Rode it was years after graduation that they would connect. After Chris died (way too young) Jean continued on with the business and raised their three children: Christina Ann , Earl IV, and Jacqueline Elaine. She is also survived by her father, Roy Reisenweaver, mother, Jean Turner, brothers, Roy and Steven, sisters: Sandy Lolly, Heather Turner, Kristie Reisenweaver, and companion, David Hanst. Come celebrate 56 energetic years Monday from 6 to 8 pm and Tuesday from 10 am at DALEY LIFE CELEBRATION STUDIO where there will be a service at 11 am. Tell a great story of Jean at lifecelebrationstudio.com

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Published by The News Journal from Aug. 17 to Aug. 18, 2013.

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Robin (Hilditch) Del Vecchio

August 28, 2013

My thoughts, prayers and deepest sympathy are with you all. I grew up with Rode and Risenweaver kids. I can remember Jeanne working with the horses at the farm...always busy! She was an incredibly talented person. A very gifted artist. To her children...know that your mom will never be far from you. She will always be close because of your memories carried within to your heart. The world has lost a very special person much to soon.

August 21, 2013

I am going to still beep my horn when I go by the greenhouse and wave to Jean. I will do it in rememberance of her. Although the beauty of my flowers from her remind me of her everyday. If there is anything, I mean anything to do please contact me. I would love to work at the greenhouse for nothing just to carry on her legacy. 856 599 0273. Just call me if I can help in anyway. God Bless

Mori, Dar Moore,Wingate

August 19, 2013

Jeanie was a great friend all through HS . We hung out together, did all funny stuff that you do when your young.
Jeanie was always the artist in are group, they way she could draw was amazing.
She was so sweet and nice, just a great person.
Jeanie we will miss you !

August 19, 2013

To The Rode Family - I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Jean was such a great person. I loved stopping by to see her in the spring for gernaniums. Her's were always the best! Gone way too soon. In sympathy - Diane Schober Wagner

Mary McGovern

August 18, 2013

Jean taught me so much about plants. She also had a good heart and was always ready to listen to my problems even if we hadn't seen each other in months. I will miss her. The world has lost a great lady.

Wendy Reisenweaver

August 18, 2013

We are going to be lost without you Jeannie. We loved you, I know you know that, just had to say it. You worked so hard to keep those greenhouse's and you did a wonderful job. Your at peace now, as much as it hurts us, we know you are resting in peace with Chris. Your best friend and Sister, Wendy

Lawna Fiducioso

August 18, 2013

Jean, you are already so missed, I am Praying for your children & your Brother's & their families, may you rest in Peace......................

Lucy Ann Casella

August 17, 2013

Jean will be remembered fondly as my "flower girl and friend." Pulling into the greenhouse was a bright spot, always greeted with a warm embrace. Thank you, Jean...you will be missed! Christina, Earl, and Jackie, cherish the fact that you come from "good stock!" Simply put, Chris and Jean were "real and cool people!" God bless you and your family during this sad time and beyond.

Mary MacKannan

August 17, 2013

Jeanie was a beautiful person with a heart of gold. She will be very much missed.

Jay & Robyn Murray

August 17, 2013

Our deepest condolences are with the entire Rode family during this difficult time. For 13 years we have always gotten all our flowers for all seasons from Jean. The most wonderful person and talented woman. Our community has lost one of the best.

August 17, 2013

Jackie ,Christina and Earl,
Our hearts are with you ,the loss of your mom is so sad ,we shall always have great memories of her and the kindness she shared. She came to our aid in a time of need and we never forgot .We have loved her ever since .She was a one of a kind .Be strong my lovelies as your mother and father will always be looking upon you and be there in time of need .
The Chaney Family

Jaime Richardson

August 17, 2013

For all those who knew and loved Jean, I am so incredibly sorry for your loss. She was always so kind whenever I stopped by her greenhouse to purchase flowers. She will be missed so very much! Rest in peace, sweet lady.

Connie Tighe

August 17, 2013

Our heartfelt sympathy to a wonderful family on the loss of another loved one. Praying that God's love and peace comfort all at this sad and difficult time.

August 17, 2013

Jean was the artist and I was the poet and our abilities led us to a deep and lasting friendship. So many happy memories of raising our children at the greenhouse will be with me always. Christina, Earl and Jackie-I love you all and will always be here for you. Your mom left a handprint on our hearts that can never be replaced. Know that she's with your dad, raising flowers in heaven to make it even more beautiful. Jane DiBella

Beverly Guy

August 17, 2013

Dearest Christina, Earl, Jacqueline and Family! I am so sorry about your beautiful precious mom passing away. She was such a sweetheart and so full of life! She made me 17 beautiful horses on yardsticks that we use every year in Sunday school for our Easter program with the children pretending to be Jesus riding on the donkey on Palm Sunday. I loved it when she used to help me in Sunday school. She always had such a warm and friendly smile for everyone and was always eager to be of help. She is gone way too soon! Heaven is so much brighter now with your beautiful mom as an angel watching over you all. Cherish all your precious memories of her and may they help ease your pain and heartbreak! She has left a beautiful legacy behind in each and everyone of you kids! God bless you all! With deepest sympathies and much love, Beverly Guy

Arlene Harris

August 17, 2013

I only knew Jean a short time but she touched my heart the first day. She loved my girlfriend, Paulette, who worked for her for a while. We would talk like we knew each other for years. We just connected. I will miss stopping by and talking to her and blowing the horn and her waving back when I go by. She would also hand me a flower of some kind before I left along with a hug. As I look in my yard and see all my beautiful flowers I will reflect on the beautiful lady that grew them. I am so blessed that she was in my circle of life. Thoughts and prayers for her family. May God bless them and comfort them at the time.

Douglas Zee

August 17, 2013

Dear Rode Family
Our prayers and deepest sympathy,
on your loss.

August 17, 2013

Jean had a heart of gold and will be deeply missed. Our deepest sympathy, Joe and Rosella Musumeci

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