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Jeanne Unger Obituary

Jeanne C. Unger (nee Hagerty), 72, of Port Charlotte, Florida, formerly of Waukesha, Wisconsin, passed away at 10:43am on Wednesday, August 7, 2019.

Jeanne was born in Milwaukee, Wisconsin on May 29, 1947, was a 1965 graduate of Muskego High School, and was a die-hard Packer fan. She retired from Publix 7 years ago, was lovingly known as the "Cat Gal" during her years of breeding and showing Persians, and enjoyed her time volunteering at the Humane Society.

Jeanne is survived by her daughters Michele (Ed) Bridges, and Melissa (Billy) Winn; grandchildren Rob (Kristy) Vieregge, Ryan Vieregge, Casey Winn, Alexandra Narbaiz, and Madilyn Winn; great-granddaughter Zoe Vieregge; brothers Tom Hagerty and Mark (Fran) Kautzer; sister Lori (Liz) Perkins; dear friends Marilyn and Bill Dangers; and many other family and friends. Jeanne's ashes will be spread at the gravesite of her beloved grandmother in Wisconsin. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to your local Humane Society.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Sun Newspapers on Aug. 16, 2019.

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Michele Bridges

August 10, 2020

Happy 1 year Heavenly Anniversary, mom! I miss you and I love you!!

Michele Bridges

August 23, 2019

RIP mom, you suffered for so long and fought such a strong battle. Thank you for being by my side over the years. I love you and I miss you so much.

Kelli Gibson

August 16, 2019

My thoughts to you and your family Melissa. Kelli Gibson

Marilyn & William Dangers

August 16, 2019

Jeanne , You and I have had a Friendship that others may never have. Through Laughter & Tears Good Times and Bad we were there for each other. Love & Miss you Marilyn & Bill

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