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Paul Redondo
November 16, 2007
Hi there Skedros family, it's Paul Redondo here. I got the message from my dad that Jenny had passed and I wanted to express my sympathies to you guys during such a tough time. I have such great memories of the restaurant and Jenny with her way of exacting the best from us all who worked there is one of the things that has helped me become a better worker and a more diligent person in the things I've persued in life, business, school etc. My wife is a lot like her in that respect, she pushes me to be my best; maybe it's her Italian background. You probably didn't know you had such an effect on me but all of you Skedros' there made me want to do good work even back then working there in high school many years ago. Greg has always seemed like a father to me in a way and I always considered Angel to be a good friend and friendships mean the world to me. Thanks guys,
May the Lord bless and be with you. I'll be in town for Thanksgiving and I'll stop by the restaurant.
Paul Redondo
Craig Spencer
November 9, 2007
Dear Skedros Family,
I am shocked and saddened to learn of Jenny's illness and passing. I was one of the fortunate many who learned from her instruction at the restaurant and even more fortunate to have experienced her amazing graciousness and hospitality in your home. I am thankful for those memories. "Mousiki!"
Best to all of you.
Craig
Steve and Rosemary Wall
November 7, 2007
Dear Greg and Family,
Steve and I were very saddened to hear of Jenny's passing. Some of our fondest memories as a family and as a couple have been within the walls of the Mandarin. Your kindness and generosity to us as we have been your guests will remain with us always. As we return, we will celebrate Jenny's life, her accomplishments and her family.
We send our most sincere sympathy and prayers.
Sincerely,
Frank & Diane Richardson
November 7, 2007
Greg and Family:
Please accept our condolences at this time of loss. As a family you have made a wonderful contribution to the quality of life in our community. We honor and admire you, and wish you continued peace and happiness.
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Jeff Meservy
November 7, 2007
Dear Skedros Family
I love you all, my thoughts and prayers are with you. Greg I stoped by your home on halloween because I knew I would not be able to attend the viewing or funeral. I wanted to see you in person and express my love. I am grateful to you for all you taught me as a young man.
I wish you all (Greg, john, tyke, Katina, Angel)the best! I miss you all and am grateful for the opportunities you provided me.
Jeff Meservy
Robert Wong
November 6, 2007
Dear Greg/Family,
I am so sorry to hear of Jenny's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family in this time of sorrow.
april sherlock
November 5, 2007
Dear Gregg and Angel and family,
I was so sorry to hear of Jenny's passing. I truly enjoyed my years of working at the Mandarin. She will be missed. I still have the kitchen utensil holder that she gave me for my wedding sitting on my kitchen counter and I think of her every time I grab a spatula! She taught us all to work a little harder, clean a little better, and to pay attention to details. And if we didn't get it right, she let us know! They are great memories!
Love,
April Haslip Sherlock
Sarah Phillips
November 4, 2007
Dear Greg and Family,
I was very saddened to hear that you lost your Jenny but I was also warmed by the wonderful memories that she brings to mind. She was a strong and believing servant of God, and a unique and powerful example for us all. May her memories comfort you and strengthen you as you look ahead. And may the power of God's great love sustain you all.
patricia pignanelli
November 3, 2007
We were very sorry to hear about Jenny's illness and death. We will always remember her generosity to Saint Sophia School.
Frank and Patricia Pignanelli
Maria Hardwick
November 2, 2007
Dear Skedros Family,
Ken and I want to express our condolences on the death of your dear mother Jenny. We know how difficult it can be to lose someone who is such a dynamic part of your life. To have such a vital person suddenly be taken away from you is very difficult. Your mother was always such a dynamo. Her personality was so strong and forceful. You always knew what was important to her ( her family, friends and church). We will truly miss her. Our prayers are with you in your time of grief. Please know it is never easy but the memories you have of her and her love for you all will carry you through. May her memory be eternal.
Ken and Maria Hardwick
Jennie "G." Dopp
November 2, 2007
Dear Greg, Angel, and family:
I am sorry to hear of Jenny's passing. She is someone you will never forget. As a past employee I echo others sentiments in saying that she taught us hard work and how to strive for perfection. Everything I know about "fru fru" I learned from Jenny. She taught us to pay attention to detail and we were successful because of it. We also saw her softer side. We saw her passionate commitment to family and friends and her love for the Greek culture. I wish you all the best and am so sorry for your loss. She will be missed.
George Melis
November 2, 2007
Gregory and the Skedros Family,
Our deepest sympathy in this time of profound loss. The world is a less a place without your beautiful Jenny. The Skedros family will always hold a very special place in our hearts. Each of you will be in our thoughts in the days to come.
Constantine "Gus" and Ifegnia Melis; Bill Melis; Nick Melis; George C, Kay, Quinn, Gregory and Kamille Melis
Carl and Ann Huefner
November 2, 2007
Greg and family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of loss. May the wonderful memories of so much accomplished together, as well as the Lord's blessings, sustain and comfort you all.
Kari Lindsay
November 2, 2007
Gregory and Family:
I was so sorry to hear of the passing of Jenny! Your family has meant a great deal to me, and I think about you often. My thoughts and prayers are with you!
Love,
Kari Lindsay
Scott Black
November 2, 2007
Dear Greg, Angel and family,
During high school, I had the pleasure of working at the Mandarin and getting to know Jenny and your family. Greg and Jenny were both a great influence on me and were always so kind. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.
fannie Zaharias Daly
November 2, 2007
Dearest Greg and Family,
Words cannot express my deep sorrow at this time. My thoughts and prayers are with you. May her memory be eternal. Love, Fannie Zaharias Daly
Frank Redondo
November 1, 2007
Skedros Family,
We wish to express our sympathy and our love at this time of grief.
We have so many fond memories of your wonderful Mandarin restaurant.
Thank you so much for your service.
Having somewhere to go is home,
Having someone to love is family,
Having both is a blessing.
Love,
Frank & Cherie Redondo and Sons
Paul (Melody) & Gabe (Bobbie Jo)
Julie Russell
November 1, 2007
Dear Greg & Family,
It is difficult for me to put into words what it has meant to have associated with such a wonderful family over the past twenty years. As a young sixteen year old working for Jenny also meant being frightened of her as well. As I have grown older I have looked back on those experiences with fondness, knowing that I have gleaned some wonderful life lessons from her. I remember many late nights sitting at the "pole" discussing shopping, the best sales, and the latest cookbook. I will never be found with a "spoon in my pocket" with out thinking of Jenny and being grateful for having known her. We are deeply sorry for your loss Greg, and as always our prayers are with you and your family.
Love, Julie Beynon Russell
Martin and Natalie Sloot
November 1, 2007
Dear Angel, Paul and Family,
We were very sad to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Jim Flesher
November 1, 2007
As a long time customer of the Mandarin I was fortunate to meet Jenny Skedros many time. I know her family will miss her drive and dedication centered around her family, restaurant, and the world in general. My condolences go to the family. My thoughts and prayers are with them.
The Heath Family
November 1, 2007
Dear Greg, Taki, John, Katina, Angel and your families,
What a sad time. Jenny was someone who lived “larger than life.” Her influence will be felt for generations. We think of our mother, who left us in April 2004. Both Jenny and Fran were a rare breed.
Often remarked of our own mother, “There is your way, my way and Fran’s way” the same could be said for your wife and Mama – “There is your way, my way and Jenny’s way.” Jenny’s way will be missed!
Jenny was a woman who loved, and loved greatly. She was a woman of character, of strength and of service. Keep her traditions alive! Live lives worthy of her memory.
The days ahead will be difficult, but they will not be without solace. Comfort will be found in the love you received from her. Each of you have been blessed beyond measure to have been born of a fearless woman who put God first, and loved her family more than life itself.
Our thoughts, our prayers, our hearts will be with you in the coming days, weeks and months. Life will never be the same. Savor each day, each memory; learn to share what you’ve been so blessed to receive with others.
Remember Mama, in everything you do, and she will always be with you!
“With the Saints give rest, O Christ, to the soul of Your servant Jenny, where there is no pain, nor sorrow, nor suffering, but life everlasting.”
With Deepest Sympathy,
The Heath Family
Don C. Heath, Christy Heath (Rick Pollock), Cate Heath (Dave Boulden), Don F. Heath, and Aundrea Heath (Jason Rammelsberg)
John, DeAnne & Nichole Gaviotakis
November 1, 2007
Dear Skedros Family;
We are thinking of you and your families during this time, of the passing of wonderful person. What an inspiration she was to all in the community. May her memory be eternal.
Quinn Landry
November 1, 2007
Greg and Family,
What a shock it was to hear about the passing of Jenny. I am so sorry for your loss. I fondly remember the cooking classes and the shopping at Sur La Table. My thoughts are with you and your family.
Jana Walker
November 1, 2007
We were so very sorry to hear about Jenny. We carry fond memories of the Skedros family, especially of past friendships with Kevin. Please accept our deepest sympathy and know that our thoughts are with you.
Helen Walker (Bartlesville, OK)
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Edy VanOrden
November 1, 2007
Skedros Family;
You were all such a part of my early life. Jenny was very special to me; a driving force that influenced me in many ways. Life happens; mostly unexpected.
My love and thoughts are with all of you.
Edy (Bitsy) Ogden VanOrden
David Alexander Sue Alexander Simos
November 1, 2007
To the Skedros family.
We were sad to learn of Jenny's passing. We remember her so fondly. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Remember, Jenny has not gone, she has just gone ahead.
Debra Tobler
October 31, 2007
Dear Greg and family;
I just heard of Jenny's passing. We want you to know how sorry we are and how much we care about you and your family. Life is so precious and it is so hard to lose a loved one as you well know. Our heartfelt sympathy and prayers are with you. You have touched our lives for good and cannot ever repay your kindness and generosity to our family.
We will miss Jenny greatly.
All our love,
Larry and Debie Tobler
Teresa (Call) Cockayne
October 31, 2007
Dear Skedros Family,
We offer our deepest condolences to your family at this time of sadness. The community has lost an extraordinary woman. Her determination for excellence throughout her life is a trait that she has shared not only with her family and friends, but for all those that were fortunate to have known her. She will truly be missed by all.
Teresa & Trent Cockayne
Linda Taylor and Steve Colombo
October 31, 2007
Angel, Paul, and Family; Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you as you go through this difficult process of grieving and missing Jenny. She lived an extraordinary life and truly was a matriarch during her time here. I am certain that she's smiling down upon all of you and would tell you, in no uncertain terms...from my limited experience getting to know her--to consider all the great things you enjoyed together when you think about her.
Nina and Justin Christensen
October 31, 2007
Dear Gregg and Family, we want you to know we truly did love and admire Jenny. She taught us the importance of details, being thorough and MANY other things which has definately contibuted to our own success. She was a wonderful lady with a great heart. We always admired how her family was most important. We will miss seeing her and talking with her. We hope you are finding comfort during this difficult time. We love you all, and feel you are like family.
Roxanne Mamales Henderson
October 31, 2007
The Mamales Family (Harry & Anna) are very saden over the loss of Jenny's. My parents have been great friends with Skedro's. God Bless Skedro's family.
Barbara Selleneit (Palmer)
October 31, 2007
Dear Gregg & Family
What a wonderful tribute for your mother, grandmother & wife. Such a legacy to leave to those that are left behind. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Cliff and Pam Holt
October 31, 2007
Dear Greg and Kids,
I was saddened to see of Jenny's passing. We have great memories of the Skedros family as we grew up in Bountiful together. Jenny was always a true example of a great mother and wife. We think of you often. Your family is in our prayers.
Sherry Oneida
October 31, 2007
Dear Skedros Family,
I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your dear sweet Mother, Wife and friend. She will truly be missed by all who knew her. What a beautiful example of a dedicated christian woman. May God Bless you all and may you be comforted at this time of saddness.
Sincerely,
Sherry Oneida and Family
Susan Last
October 31, 2007
Dear Greg and family,
My heart hurts for your loss. I want you to know I am thinking of you at this trying time. Thank you for all the years of friendship to me and to my family.
Mark & Lyn Leishman
October 31, 2007
Dear Skedros Family
We are so sorry to hear of Mrs.Skedors passing. She was a good neighbor and we have always held such high reagrd for her and for your entire family. We know how very much her family meant to her.Our prayers are with you all during this difficult time.
Cidne & Eric Orchard
October 31, 2007
Dear Skedros Family,
We are so sad to hear of Jenny's death. She is greatly missed and greatly loved by our family. I have may wonderful memories of Jenny - she has a heart of gold. What a blessing to have had her in our lives. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. We love you.
Love,
Cidne & Eric Orchard and Family
LeGrande C. Poor
October 31, 2007
I am sorry to learn about your wife. This is a rough time for you and I pray that you will be comforted. In scanning the Deseret News on line the name Skedros caught my eye. It has been a long time since we saw one another but I was reminded of our past association. This is a difficult time for you and I pray that you will be comforted.
Mark Peters
October 31, 2007
My friends the Skedros family. My deepest condolences to you. Jenny was a wonderful lady and will be missed, but I'm sure there is rejoicing in Heaven at her arrival there. What a reunion between her and Anthony! Faith Manages.
LeiAnn Bathemess
October 31, 2007
To the Skedros Family,
I was sadden to hear of Jenny's passing, she was a great lady and will be dearly missed in the community. May her memory be eternal.
Kirt Craynor
October 31, 2007
Dear Greg and family,
I cant express how much your family has ment to me growing up. I have learned so much from all of you. Jenny taught me to always do my best then do a little more. I can still here her saying to me " Craynor do this or that and make sure you do it good." Thank you Jenny for teaching me to do my best at what ever I did. It all started with sweeping the kitchen floor at the Mandarin. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Tom and Lisa McDonough
October 31, 2007
Dear Skedros family,
We were deeply saddened to learn of Jenny's passing. Her commitment to God, family and those causes important to her are what we remember most. Know that our thoughts and prayers are with you during this very difficult period. We know and believe that she is with her loving creator and also with Anthony.
May you feel comfort peace and support as you mourn the loss of your spouse, mother, aunt and friend.
Chris Furgis
October 31, 2007
Dear Skedros Family,
Our heart and prayers go out to you at this difficult time. Jenny was one of a kind. Her devotion to Church, Family and Friends was unparalleled. We will miss her.
May Her Memory Be Eternal,
Chris, Kynthia, Ellen, Peter and George
Joanne and Con Glafkides
October 31, 2007
Dear Greg and Family:
We send our very deepest sympathy on the loss of your dear Jenny. She was such a wonderful lady and a super Wife and Mother. We know she will be greatly missed by all of you. May Jesus comfort all of you during this very difficult time.
Julie Jordan
October 30, 2007
My mother, LaMyra Dowding (wife of my father, now deceased, was Goff Dowding) and I were stunned to find out about your loss. Please know that our hearts are with you, Greg, and your family at this time.
Nikos & Connie Linardakis Family
October 30, 2007
Dear Skedros Family: We are deeply saddened for the loss of Mrs. Skedros. She was a true role model and ambassador for our community. Her spirit and strength carries in your children and grandchidren. May her memory be eternal. Our deepest sorrow & sympathy,
Russ and Sue Parrish
October 30, 2007
Dear Greg and family,
What a shock to hear of Jenny's death. We are so sorry. She was such an influence in our Jenny's life for the years she worked at the Mandarin. Our hearts and prayers are with you.
Russ and Sue Parrish
Mo Gardner
October 30, 2007
Greg and Angel,
Emily called us from Nashville to tell us of Jenny's passing. How saddened we were to hear the news, but how grateful we are to have known her. There are so many fond memories of the family and the Mandarin...Jenny always saw that things were done right. I wish we could have seen all of you before we left for Europe. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Love, Mo and Joan Gardner
Ron Heberlee
October 30, 2007
Jenny was a wonderful friend, always smiling, always kind, from Kindergarten at McKinley grammar school through the 8th grade at Emerson, and then on to Phoenix Union. Many times Jenny would sit with me looking at the cow jumping over the moon on the little stage at Mckinley some 65 years ago.
Brian Beck
October 30, 2007
Greg - when I read this obituary this morning, my mind wandered back in time to when I learned of Anthony's passing. My hope would be that a very happy reunion between Anthony and your wife occurred very shortly after her passing. I know you loved both very much. I have always held you and your family with the deepest of respect. Take care.
Sincerely,
Brian Beck
Dale Rigby
October 30, 2007
Dear Greg,
I am so very sorry to hear of the loss of your wife.
Your kindness and example of forgiveness is very precious to me.
May God bless and comfort you and your family.
Jodi (Wasescha) Livingston
October 30, 2007
Cindy & Con (Skedros Family):
I was so sad to read of Jenny's passing! I swear, if I listen closely, I can almost hear Anna's laughter as she and Jenny enjoy their reunion! You have such a wonderful & tight knit family - I know that you will feel the love of many in the days ahead. I think of your family often. May God watch over you and bless your family and grant you peace as you cope with your loss. I would love to hear from you sometime to see how you are doing.
Janice Bryant
October 30, 2007
Dear Skedros family,
It was a shock to read of Jenny's passing. I met her many years ago while I worked at Brooks Fabrics. She was a devoted mother and wife and one of her greatest joys was her family.
To know her for a little while was to know her forever.
Richard and Paulette Marchant
October 30, 2007
Dear Greg, Angel and Skedros family:
We are saddened at the loss of your wife and mother and grandmother. What a beautiful tribute you have written in her honor and what cherished meomories you will always have! She will always be remembered for her demand for expectations and having everything "right". She contributed so much and reaped the reward of a wonderful family. Our love and prayers are with you.
The Marchant Family
steve forsberg
October 30, 2007
Dear Gregg and Family
I am very sorry for your loss.Jenny was the greatest example of a
wife and mother your family's sucess is proof of that.
Alexis Coplin
October 30, 2007
Dear Greg and family,
I am so sorry to hear of Jenny's passing. It was wonderful to be able to work with through the church. My condolences to you and family. Alexis Coplin
Kent and Phyllis Bachus
October 30, 2007
Dear Skedros Family:
Such a sad event in the lives of such a great family. We cried when John phoned with the news of her passing. She will be missed not only by immediate family, friends, and neighbors, but also the extended community. Reading the Obituary emphasizes this point. What a wonderful and full life! She has left her loved ones for a time, but has given them the tools, skills, and power to carry on. We selfishly cry for the current loss, but we rejoice in her life! Our love, thoughts, and prayers are with you.
Nikki Cozakos
October 30, 2007
Dear Greg and Family,
What a shock to hear of Jenny's passing. She was always an outstanding human being. Please accept our deepest sympathy. I will never forget your wedding. "May her memory be eternal".
October 30, 2007
Dear Greg and family,
So sorry to hear of Jenny's passing. Our condolences to you and family.
Roger and Arlie Benegar and family.
Spokane WA
Maria Anton
October 30, 2007
Dear Koumbaro Greg & Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. Jenny was an extraordinary woman who always gave her all in everything she did. It was an honor when you asked to baptize my Carol (Lauren) and be able to call you Koumbara and Koumbaro. Jenny's exceptional taste and attention to detail was evident in the beautiful clothes she gave Carol at her baptizm. I still have them and cherish them. May you find peace in your memories. Love to you all.
Amy (Huddlestone) Nelson
October 30, 2007
Dear Skedros Family,
I'm so very sorry to hear of your loss. As your next door neighbor in my youth, I have very fond memories of Jenny. The Obituary you wrote was beautiful, thank you for sharing her incredible life story. She was an amazing person and many people have been blessed because of her. My love to you all, you will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Ross, Sandra, Dave, Jim and Jenni Dredge
October 30, 2007
Dear Skedros's.
We were so sorry to hear of Jenny's passing. We feel so lucky to have been touched by such an amazing person!! We can't imagine what our lives in Bountiful would have been like without your wonderful family. Tonight we will raise our glasses and toast Jenny, an amazing, loving and beautiful being!
The Dredge Family
Kathy (Huddlestone) Butt
October 30, 2007
Dear old friends and neighbor,
Such a shock to learn you've lost your wife and mom. Living next to you for 14 years was such a great experience as our kids grew up together. Please know of our love and prayers for you.
Richard and Vickee Wheatley
October 30, 2007
Dear Greg and family,
Our sincere condolences for the loss of your wife and mother. She will be remembered by us and her many Bountiful/Centerville family as a great lady.
Laura Sumsion
October 30, 2007
Dear Jenny,
What wonderful memories you leave for all of us! I am proud to have been "one of your girls" while waitressing at the Mandarin with all my dear friends. You treated us as if we were your own. I learned many valuable lessons from you, including not to wear "too much rouge":) You leave a lasting memory for me, and I will love you and your family forever. Skedros Family, my thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Izzy & Karen Sullivan
October 30, 2007
Dr. John,
Izzy and I are terribly saddened at the news of your mother's passing. I became aware of it by Madeline Pappas sending me an E-mail, for which I'm grateful! We will be waiting for our 22-year old grand daughter on Friday, who will be having a patch placed for a hole in her heart, or we would be at the funeral. There will be SO many people there according to your mother's many acts of loving care to so many people and organizations. She was QUITE a woman! Please know we will be praying for our loving God to comfort you, your family, and all of her friends.
Tom Tolman
October 30, 2007
Dear Greg & Family:
Bountiful and the Greek Community has lost one the greatest women to come along in many years. Jenny will be dearly missed for her warmth and friendship we have enjoyed for years, ever since the Skedros family took over our ball field on the corner of 4th East & 9th North. Thanks for being our neighbor all these years, we love you and especially Jenny, for what she has done for Bountiful and our neighborhood. With Love, Tom & Carol Tolman & Family.
Madeline Pappas
October 30, 2007
Dear Skedros Family,
I was glad I was able to see and talk with Gregory at the hospital before you lost your beloved Jenny. Your lost will be a real time of sorrow and healing. The Greeks and the Community have lost a real ICON and person that gave so much to her church, family, and everyone she ca,e in contact with.
Steve and I are too old to have a computer, so we have asked our friend, Madeline Pappas to make sure you have received this.
We love you and your family dearly. God protect all of you
throughout your lives.
Steve and Anastasia Gogo 942-5011
7301 Towncrest Drive
SLC, Utah 84121
Welden Daines
October 30, 2007
A good friend has gone to the next experience. We will miss her--there will only be one Jenny.
Madeline Pappas
October 30, 2007
Dear Skedros Family,
Please accept my condolences for your great loss. You and the entire Greek Community have lost a precious person. God be with you forever in your healing of this terrible loss.
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