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Jaclyn Konkol Obituary

Jaclyn Szymanski Konkol age 31, of Fairview, passed away Saturday, March 12, 2011, from injuries sustained from a house fire. She was born in St. Petersburg, Fla. on December 2, 1979, the daughter of Richard J. and Pamela Lynn Calvert Szymanski of Girard. Jaclyn attended Girard High School and was currently employed at Grimm Industries in Fairview. She was a very loving and devoted mother to her kids who were her everything. Jaclyn always had a smile on her face and was willing to help anybody. She was preceded in death by her paternal and maternal grandfathers: Robert E. Calvert and Richard J. Szymanski Sr. In addition to her parents Jaclyn is survived by her husband, Ronald Konkol; four sons: David Froess, Dominic DeSantis, Riley Howard and Jackson Konkol all of Fairview; a brother, Jason Szymanski and his companion, Evelyn Lotz of Girard; her maternal grandmother, Dorothy Calvert of St. Petersburg, Fla. and her paternal grandmother, Virgie May Summers of Barto, Fla. Several aunts, uncles, and cousins also survive. Friends may call at the Burton Funeral Home, 525 Main Street East, Girard, PA 16417 on Tuesday from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 9 p.m. and are invited to attend services there in the All Faiths Chapel on Wednesday at 11 a.m. with Rev. Charles Cammarata officiating. Burial will be in Memorial Park Cemetery in St. Petersburg, Fla. at a later date. Memorials may be made to the family in care of the Burton Funeral Home. Send condolences at www.Burtonfuneralhome.com.

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Published by Erie Times-News on Mar. 14, 2011.

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laurie stevens

March 13, 2012

I miss u women..fly w/ the angels Jackie and zach

jennifer zeppieri

March 12, 2012

Every night when i tuck alyssa in bed she tells me mommy aunt jackie gives her a kiss at midnight. And alyssa tells her to sleep my angle. May u rest in peace we love u!

Lillie Waller

March 12, 2012

I miss you. I wish you were still here

STEPH

March 12, 2012

STILL MISS YOU EVERYDAY, MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE GOING OUT TO YOUR FAMILY TODAY!

March 12, 2012

R.I.P. Our babies. Love mom and dad xxoo

Rachael Ferrara

March 9, 2012

Although I didnt Know you well, I feel as a mother, A connection, Because, I would have done as you did, I could not leave One behind, And You ae an Angel for trying! I see the Boys once in a while, They are Good, smart, beautiful Boys, I Hope they remember you as a hero, and a great Mother ~ Rest In Peace Jaclyn and Zachary.

Chastity Lesh

March 9, 2012

so almost a year now--i miss you so much--your boys r so much like u in so many different ways--1 thing all in common is that they all make me laugh like u did. i love you my sister-my friend. xoxo

Jessica Heintzel

March 8, 2012

May you and zachary rest in peace. cant believe its been 1 year already....will always remember you.

Brian Burt

July 16, 2011

Pam, Rich, and Jay. I'm so sorry for your loss. Jackie was the most wonderful person in the world. She will never be forgotten in the hearts of anyone who knew her. I wish I could be there for you all. You all need to be strong, because Jackie was the strongest, but most caring person. I'm so glad to have the memories that I do of her. Love you all. Brian Burt (Niceville, FL)

Jenna Devine

March 21, 2011

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

Denise Schultz

March 18, 2011

My thoughts and prayers go out to your family. I am a neighbor, but did not have the chance to get to know the family. I drive by the house every day on my way home and am saddened each time. She was truly a hero! I received this poem when my father passed away and would like to share it:

When somebody dies, a cloud turns into an angel, and flies up to tell God to put another flower on a pillow. A bird gives the message back to the world, and sings a silent prayer that makes the rain cry. People disappear, but they never really go away. The spirits up there put the sun to bed, wake up the grass, and spin the earth in dizzy circles. Sometimes you can see them dancing in a cloud during the day-time, when they're supposed to be sleeping. They paint the rainbows and also the sunsets and make waves splash and tug at the tide. They toss shooting stars and listen to wishes. And when they sing windsongs, they whisper to us, don't miss me too much. The view is nice and I'm doing fine.

mary baldwin

March 18, 2011

SO SORRY TO HEAR OF THIS , MAY SHE REST IN PEACE..

Ken & Dorothy Lunger

March 17, 2011

Pam, Our deepest sympathy at your great loss. Remember she is a hero!

Tamara Beeman

March 17, 2011

My heart goes out to everyone who knew this family. Hope, I know this is a very hard time for you. Just remember that she is a hero.... It's so sad what happened... Sending love from Chandler, AZ.... Rest in Peace.

steph mehok

March 16, 2011

sleep with the angels love u!!

kari wodarski

March 16, 2011

Jackie was such a strong loving person! She was a great mom. She will be missed by many! Her spirit will carry on in all that knew and loved her! I am so sorry for your lose! Words can not describe how I feel. She will always be a hero in my eyes! She will be watching over all of you with her beautiful smile!

Jackie Richardson

March 16, 2011

Such a heroic way to be remembered. Jackie and baby Zac will never be forgotten. Two beautiful angels are now with God.

Jessica Nye

March 16, 2011

They say that people can never become angels; but it's hard to believe that God wouldn't give a halo to some one with a heart of gold, a hero who would put any ones life above their own. A woman who faced fire to save the ones she loves knowing she might not make it out her self. And a child must be worthy of heavens wings to rise up and look down on all those who cherish them. We all like to find the solice in knowing that even mere humans with a heart of gold can earn a halo and wings to match. These two lives were not extinguished in vain your memories will echo throughout this life time if only to remind us of how precious life really is and to think twice before taking for granted the ones we love. Rest in peace sweet Angels.

March 16, 2011

I met Jackie a few times and she was a very loving person. I was best friends and grew up with her son. He was the happiest kid ever, always loved his mom. Jackie, you will be missed. i love you all.

March 16, 2011

Our hearts,thoughts and prayers go out to Jackie's family and friends at this time.May the Lord have his hands upon you all and give you peace.

Shane Ferrara

March 16, 2011

What a hero. A strong, loving, courageous, mother. We pray that you are at peace and that your family may find comfort knowing that you walk with the LORD.

March 16, 2011

rest in peace

March 16, 2011

FAITH OAKES & FAMILY

Rachael Ferrara

March 16, 2011

As a mother of 7, I know that Jackie did what any loving and devoted mother would have done,as I would have done. She is a true Hero in my eyes,I only wish I had the time to get to know her better. She and Zac will be missed by many, my heart goes out to the family and her boys, may they rest in peace and enjoy heaven together. Our deepest sympathies..... The Ferrara family

March 15, 2011

JACKIE WAS SUCH A DEVOTED MOTHER WHO LOVED HER BOYS DEARLY AND DIED A HERO. SHE WILL BE MISSEDBY ALL THAT KNEW HER .RIP BABY ZACH AND JACKIE

March 15, 2011

Rich & Pam...
My heart goes out to you during this difficult time...Although we are next door neighbors we mind our own business but I have to tell you how very sorry I am for your loss. Please call on me if you ever need anything..
Joyce Smith

nellie lohr

March 15, 2011

so sorry. Nellie Lohr

March 15, 2011

Rich and Pam..I am soo sorry for the loss of your baby girl, and your grandson. I know there is nothing i can say to make the hurt go away. Just remember what a heroic young mom she was to have gone into rescue her baby boy. My daughter Jessica, hung out with Jay and spent many days chatting with Pam. Her heart goes out to the two of you also. She wanted me to tell you that she loves you guys.

Tami Thurston

March 15, 2011

Boys please know that what your mother did proved just how much she loved you. Everynight when you look into the night sky and see the brightest star know that it is you mother watching over you. Honor her by being everything she knew you could be. Be strong,brave and be united. You will always be in my thoughts and prayers.May God bless and watch over you all.

sara kahala

March 15, 2011

You will always live in our hearts and prayers.

March 15, 2011

I am SO VERY SORRY for your loss.My prayers are with you all... GOD BLESS

March 15, 2011

my heart goes out to you the family she was a hero in my eyes. God Bless her and her son

Joe Davis

March 15, 2011

my heart goes out to the family and friends. our lord truly broke the mold when he made jackie.she has run her course. what courageous woman i had the pleasure to meet her and her family these last 6 months. rest in the peace that our lord and saviour brings jackie and zach will be in my heart always.

March 15, 2011

My heart goes out to Zach and Jackie's family. The thought of losing a child is unbearable. Your are all in our thoughts and prayers.... Nicole Buchanan and Family

Chastity Smith

March 15, 2011

You were 1 of my best friends for years now-so many great memories. i will mis u and zachary so very much. yu were my sacks-the woman who made me smile whenever i talked to you. you were a great mom and gave the ultimate sacrifice. i am sad for you both to be gone but happy you are together. God has two new beautiful angels to shine down and watch over us. I love you my frien-my sister. pam and rich and jay and all of you boys i am here forever for nething you need-i am so very sorry for your loss.

March 15, 2011

To Betty Lou and Ron,and all the Konkol family,

All of us at The Church Of The Cross are keeping you close at heart and in our prayers. We ask that God be with you as you mourn this tragic loss. We are here for you with love and support.

Nina Austin
Your Parish Shepherd

Kyle and Robyn Edwards

March 15, 2011

A Hero. Jackie and Zach you will be missed by all. Jason, Pam and Rich you are in our thoughts and prayers.

Kelly Swab

March 15, 2011

Jackie even though we werent the best of friends, you were always one I loved to see! You could always make someone feel good even when they were down. I just want you to know you were always one of my favorite people to see and hang out with when we did. I will miss that smile and great laugh of yours! You will be sadly missed, never forgotten, and be remembered a true hero! My condolences to the Szymanski family for losing Jackie and Zac so soon. She's always been a real angel.

Syble Gardner

March 15, 2011

Pam and Robert:
From an "old" next door neighbor on French Street, I just saw this and I truly share your pain. I too lost my 25 year old daughter on 12/29/10 from injuries sustained in a car accident. As a parent this is so out of order you never expect to have to bury your child and as an Uncle dealing with the loss of such a beautiful niece. You both have my true heartfelt sympathy during this painful time.

Denise Howard

March 15, 2011

My thoughts and prayers are with Jackie's family and her 4 little boys. She will live on in the hearts of her children and family. God bless her, she did everything she could to save her children. I'm sure God has a special place for her in Heaven. Rest In Peace Jackie.

Robin and Elmer Howard

March 15, 2011

There are no words to express the feeling of loss...to Pam,Rich, Jason,David, Dominic, Riley, and Jackson: I am just devasted at this loss. I am fighting to find the words, but just know that Jackie and Zack will be greatly missed...You all will be in our thoughts and prayers during this time of grief...

Melissa Goss/Douglas

March 15, 2011

To know Jackie was to love her. What a warm and loving person she was. Always with a smile and never showed if she had a bad day. Zac is with mom. I feel for the other boys. I hope the boys read these letters about their mother and know she touch all of us is some way. She is their angal and she is still looking over you forever. Don't be too sad, your mother would like to see you smile and try to be happy. In my thoughts and prayers. Here is a hug for you.

Melissa Dougls

March 15, 2011

what a sweet and loving person and mother. always had a smile and never showed when she had a bad day. My thoughts and prayers go to your family. I hope the boys know how many lives their mother she had affect.

Melissa Douglas

March 15, 2011

What a sweet person and mothernjackie was. never showed when she had a bad day. Always with a smile. You are a hero. Missed by all. See you again one day

Ian and Julie Dodson

March 15, 2011

Jason we are so very sorry for your loss, our heart goes out to her children as well as your family. thinking of you and are so very sorry for your loss. Your family will be in our prayers.

Ian and Julie Dodson

Elaine Blumish

March 14, 2011

My prayers are with you .

Melinda

March 14, 2011

Jackie was a wonderful Mother and a true friend..I will miss her!

Becky Scalise

March 14, 2011

Nature

As a fond mother, when the day is o'er,
Leads by the hand her little child to bed,
Half willing, half reluctant to be led,
And leave his broken playthings on the floor,
Still gazing at them through the open door,
Nor wholly reassured and comforted
By promises of others in their stead,
Which, though more splendid, may not please him more;
So Nature deals with us, and takes away
Our playthings one by one, and by the hand
Leads us to rest so gently, that we go
Scarce knowing if we wish to go or stay,
Being too full of sleep to understand
How far the unknown transcends the what we know.

By Henry Wadsworth Longfellow
The Poetry Foundation

CATHY BAILEY

March 14, 2011

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.

March 14, 2011

I didn't know Jackie, but she certainly is a hero in my eyes and in God's eyes and the eyes of her surviving siblings. I feel so bad for Ron losing his love and best friend and a son. Words just cannot say enough. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Robert & Kathy Gaerttner (London, OH)

allison nowakowski

March 14, 2011

Jackie my love,you will always be remembered for your heroic effort,you'll always be a hero in my eyes,i'm gonna miss our fun times and long chats.my heart is breaking but at some peace knowing you will not be alone and neither will Zac,fly with angels my fb wifey <3 heaven just got two of the most beautiful angels to soon

Amy Rutledge

March 14, 2011

Jackie, A true Hero, A very devoted mother and friend. You will be greatly missed by many.. Rest in Peace

March 14, 2011

March 14, 2011

Jackie I will miss your smile, your laugh and your love. We had the best times, great memories. You are a great person, friend and mother. We will miss you. Prayers, thoughts and hugs to you and your family.

allison nowakowski

March 14, 2011

Jackie,you maybe gone but you will always be remembered by your beautiful smile devotion and heroic efforts,im gonna miss our chats,the fun times but i will hold them dear in my heart forever,love ya chickie xo love your fb wifey

Ina Turben

March 14, 2011

You were an angel on this earth, a hero to your son and now you both have your wings. Your family and friends are all in my prayers.

March 14, 2011

i didnt know jackie but in my eyes as a mother, she is a hero...and her surviving children should know that she died a hero.....god bless you and your family....and her boys....

Kristen Casey-Botelho

March 14, 2011

My thoughts & prayers are with all of you during your most difficult time! I have many great memories of Jackie and know she was a great mother & person to everyone she knew! May you rest in peace, Jackie & Zach! You will never be forgotten! God Bless you both and may He take care of your family and boys until you are all together again!

Tony Pace

March 14, 2011

Hero..in the face of danger and adversity, display courage and the will for self sacrifice...

Jackie, this is how you will always be remembered by all who knew you. I didn't see you often but when I did, you always had that beautiful smile. You will be missed!

March 14, 2011

Jackie was a wonderful friend to many. A very loving and caring person. Very devoted to her kids. Jackie is a true hero!!

chrissy gamble/keep

March 14, 2011

Gone but never forgotten!....Jackie and I had so much fun together when we lived in Tandom townhouses..always smiling and willing to help..I will miss your laugh jackie!..Best of all I was privledged enough to beable to know Jackie knew Jesus as her Personal Savior! SEE YA IN HEAVEN SOMEDAY

Tammie Stevens

March 14, 2011

Even when someone was having the worst day ever ur smile made them laugh and you were always so happy. I know that you and zack will be the little angels to your kids. You will be sadly missed !!!

shawn and robin bendure

March 14, 2011

Jackie you were such a good person my heart goes out to your sons and your family you are a hero in every mothers eyes and as it might be hard for everyone atleast you and your little man zack are together

Kate Patton-Morrison

March 14, 2011

Rich, Pam, Jason, David, Dominic, Riley and Jackson, and to all of her many loved ones: I am deeply sorry for your loss. Jackie was such a special person who has always and will always have a very special place in my heart. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Bob & Nancy Komaromy

March 14, 2011

We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

Mark Hesting

March 14, 2011

Pam,Rich,and Jason, my deepest sympathies go out to you all.

Jennifer Holland

March 14, 2011

My heart is saddened and i have no words to express my sorrow over this loss. Rest in eternal peace.

courtney tomko

March 14, 2011

Jackie was a wonderful person and a great mother she is a hero in my eyes and my heart goes out to her children and family she will never be forgotten

tommy leopold

March 14, 2011

U will be missd, it was nice working with u!

Robin Harouff

March 14, 2011

No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. Our deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.

Chastity Smith

March 14, 2011

I cannot think you're not alive somewhere.

I think of you just as I did before.

No sudden gust of wind has closed the door

Or made your presence vanish in thin air.

I write you this because I know you're there;

That even after death there must be more.

So does faith one's inner sun restore

After bitter darkness few can bear.

My mind and heart have not yet lost a friend

Even though my senses are bereft,

For you remain the witness of my soul.

No mere accident our love can end

So long as I have will and memory left,

And you lie silent on some unknown shoal.



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Katie

March 14, 2011

My thoughts and prayers go out to the family! Jackie is truly a hero, and an inspiration to myself! May her and little zach rest in peace!

March 14, 2011

Pam, Rich and Jason,
Our sincerest and deepest sympathy on the loss of Jackie and your grandson Zachary. Our hearts and our love go out to you all. May God Bless you and comfort you and your family. All Our Love, Lisa Foy, Donna Kirkland (Lisa's mom) and Karen Kirkland (Lisa's sister)

Jason, Jill & Kalia Wurst

March 14, 2011

Its so sad to see you two go! You two will be missed by so many people! Our thoughts and prayers are with your boys and your family!!

Tonya Straughn

March 14, 2011

I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all through this very difficult time.

Tonya Straughn

Jodie Johnson

March 14, 2011

Such a beautiful woman, and a taken from us all too soon. My thoughts and prayers are with the family during this hard time. She was a blessing in everyone's lives that knew her. God bless.

Jessica and Jamie Javens

March 14, 2011

Pam, Rich, and Jason
I can imagine what you are going through right now and I am so sorry for your loss. Jackie was a great friend, loving mother, and a person I will never forget. She will always have a special place in our hearts.

Stephanie Head

March 14, 2011

My thoughts and prayers go out to Jackie and her family

Chastity Smith

March 14, 2011

I Love you and miss you both--
I cannot think you're not alive somewhere.
I think of you just as I did before.
No sudden gust of wind has closed the door
Or made your presence vanish in thin air.
I write you this because I know you're there;
That even after death there must be more.
So does faith one's inner sun restore
After bitter darkness few can bear.
My mind and heart have not yet lost a friend
Even though my senses are bereft,
For you remain the witness of my soul.
No mere accident our love can end
So long as I have will and memory left,
And you lie silent on some unknown shoal.

Amy Frano

March 14, 2011

Many thoughts and prayers for Jackie's family! My heart just aches for you! She was such a beautiful happy person, taken far too soon.

Smacks

Chastity Smith

March 14, 2011

Tiffany Fiolek

March 14, 2011

I didn't know Jackie that well, but I am very sorry to her about the loss of her and her son. She is my is a true hero! I send my sorrow to each and everyone who is feeling the loss of her and her son. I will continue praying for all of you to have stegth!

Julia Durant

March 14, 2011

A true hero, Jackie was a beautiful woman, inside and out. She will be missed. My thoughts and prayers go out to her boys, family and friends.

tina richard- ernst

March 14, 2011

I am so sorry for the loss of
2 wonderful people in your family's life, they will always be with you, my heart goes out to your family and friends, if you need anything i am a phone call or email away...

Stan and Sharyl Sumner

March 14, 2011

We will miss you Jackie, and little Zach, and we will never forget the footprints you have left behind on our hearts.

March 14, 2011

I didn't know this woman and her son, but this is a horrible tragedy. I am so sorry to the rest of the family. Mrs. Konkol was very brave and fearless to go back into the house to get her baby. A hero in my book. I am just sad that it cost her, her life.

In my thoughts and prayers.

Erie Resident

Bethann Copeland

March 14, 2011

Jackie you will be truely missed that smile and that wonderful giggle. You def made a difference here and def a true hero!! My heart goes out to your boys and the rest of your family!

Erika Howland

March 14, 2011

Jason and family,

I am so terribly sorry for your loss. I haven't seen Jackie much since high school, but the thing I remember most about her was that big beautiful smile. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. She will be greatly missed.

Kurt Burek

March 14, 2011

Jackie you will be loved and missed by all who knew you.i will remember or fun times we all had together.so sorry for your loss but you will always be remembered in my heart as a hero and devoted mother

John Hickman

March 14, 2011

My thoughts and prayers go out to Jackie and her family. She could always make ya smile.

Sandy Erven-Battles

March 14, 2011

I am so very sorry for the loss of Zach and Jaclyn. We do know one thing they are with my Father and Ann I am sure they are together and they are all with Jesus. My prayers and condolences go out to the family and friends.
Sandy

Davina Knight

March 14, 2011

She died a hero and will always be remembered for that. She was a wonderful person and great mother. I'm sorry for her family's loss.

Allison Nowakowski

March 14, 2011

Jackie,you maybe gone but you will always be remembered by your beautiful smile devotion and heroic efforts,im gonna miss our chats,the fun times but i will hold them dear in my heart forever,love ya chickie xo love your fb wifey<3

March 14, 2011

i love you jackie smacks!!! and i always will...thanks for always being there for me through thick and thin...you always had amazing words of advice...i'm gonna miss everything about you~~tara

March 14, 2011

I am so sorry for your loss. Jackie was a very beautiful woman with so many wonderful qualities. I just got to know her recently and I loved her the moment I spoke to her for the first time. She will always be a hero in my eyes. Your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

Janelle Roseberry (Dodson)

March 14, 2011

My thoughts and prayers are with Jackie's family and friends. She was such a good friend to me! We sure had some amazing times, lots of laughs, and shed many tears together.
Everyone that knew Jackie is blessed to have such an amazing woman in thier lives. My thoughts and prayers go out to Pam, Rich, Jason, David, Dominic, Riley, and Jackson!

March 14, 2011

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

SABRINA MITCHELL

March 14, 2011

I DIDNT KNOW YOU.. BUT GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR SON. MAY YOU BOTH REST IN PEACE IN THE ARMS OF THE ANGELS. YOU A TRUE MOTHER WHO WOULD DIE FOR HER CHILD

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