Jennifer Helen Wilder

We’ve known Jenny since she was 17 years old and loved her as a dear friend ever since. She has an infectious spirit, is a devoted mother to three wonderful young people, and the life love of her husband Tom. We miss her, but treasure the fact we knew her, loved her and shared part of her incredible life. Godspeed, Jenny. With much love, Sally & David Owens

Dear Tom,

My thoughts & prayers are with you & your family. Thank you for sharing this & bringing awareness to so many more people.

,years of memories flood my heart... All the way back to grade school.Thank you God for our brief weekend together...one last time,we miss u Jenny....peace to your family. Thank you for showing me what strength really is....God bless..All my love,Cheryl

Mr. Guy Messenger
Minneapolis

Tom,

I never met Jennifer, but I was touched by the tribute to her life. Simply the list of those who were there at the end is a great tribute to having lived well and loved well. Sorry for your loss. You are in my prayers tonight. (EW'77)

Dear Tom and Family
Please accept my deepest sympathies,about your beloved wife and mother.Tom call me when you are up north, Im in the phone book.

Matt Werneke

Dear Tom, Jena, Megan and Danny,

Thank you--and Jenny-- for opening your home and hearts to family and friends during Jenny's last two days of life. It was a very loving and generous action, and a privilege to be part of the sacred space you created.
The service, every part of it, was a beautiful tribute to Jenny's full and inspiring life. Her legacy lives on in all of you. I miss her -- and you.

Love, (Aunt/Sister) Jennifer ("Maine Jenni")

Chats at the bus stop or at Jane's; a fountain drink after the kids went off to school; going for runs; help with my gardens; comparing home improvement projects; offering to help put down pavers on my enormous driveway in exchange for helping her with hers (my personal favorite -- Dan thought she was crazy for that one). Memories I will always keep with me. We'll miss her.

I met Jenny at the UP house and admired her spirit and love of life. There are no words that can adequately express how sorry I am for your loss.

Tom, Dan, Megan and Jenna,
Our hearts go out to you guys. Though I never met Jenny, I know her loss is felt by many. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers.

Dear Tom, Jenna and family,
Our hearts are heavy as we will miss Jenny also. We so enjoyed cheering on the hockey and lacrosse team with her. Win or loss she was always so much fun to sit with. She was so proud of you Jenna and she loved to watch you play. We will miss her smiles and laughter but we know that she will still be with you Jenna always, just in a different way now. Look for signs.
Love and prayers,
Susan, Paul, Brooke and Abbey

Tom & Family
My deepest condolences on your loss. Although we haven't had contact in many years, I still remember the good times we had as neighbors on Alabama Ave in St. Louis Park. Jenny was such a great person and I'm sure she will be missed greatly.

Dear Tom, Danny, Megan and Jenna,

We are so sad for your loss of such a wonderful woman and mom. We've not been in touch for awhile, but on hearing the news, along with feeling great sadness, fond memories came flooding back from the U of M days, and the beyond, as we were all beginning to find our way.

I'm so glad to have been part of your lives, at least at the beginning. Glad Ellen had a chance to meet you all. Know that our thoughts will be with you...

This is from Ellen - although I only had the opportunity to meet up with Jenny a few times, whenever Randy mentions Tom and Jenny Wilder, what comes to mind is how warm and welcoming Jenny was with me when I was meeting the "gang" before Randy and I were married, and Oh, what a beautiful smile on that beautiful face of Jenny. We have both been so saddened since hearing about her death and the challenges your family has had to face the past several months, and there really aren't any words to express our sympathy, but please know that we are now thinking about you and speaking about you and sharing memories - which will never ever leave go away.

Randy and Ellen (and Chris)

Dear Tom and family,

We were so sorry to hear the sad news about Jenny. Although we are far away, whenever we saw her, she was always just the warmest and kindest person. Please accept our sympathies. You all are in our thoughts and prayers.

Jenna & family,
I am very sorry to hear about your loss. I will be praying for you. With love,

Dear Tom and all~

Jenny was one beautiful Strong and fun lady~ I am so blessed to have been her friend~ Our prayers and sympathy is with you today and we will be there as time moves on as well.

Hugs and love from

Steve & Julie, Melissa, Sarah and James Ellis

Wow, what shocking news ! I am so sorry to hear about the passing of Jenny even though we have not had contact for over 20 years my thoughts of those times come to me often , what wonderful times , I am so fortunate to have been part of your lives. Deepest Sympathy . Tony Butler

Tom, what can I say other than what's happened in the last few months can never overshadow the 30+ years you had together.

A real joy in my life was watching you guys meet, fall in love and wring every last drop out of life. Kudos to you and Jenny!

Danny, Megan & Jena - Your mom is a singular individual. I know you will never forget her. Her genes run strong in you.

Greg & Carol
Unser leben ist ein wandern.

Tom, Jena, and Family,

We were so saddened to hear about Jenny. She was well liked and loved here,- imagine the love she feels now. We will pray for you and your familiy in this difficult time.

Talia, Kathy & Lou Raiola

Dear Tom and Family,
Our hearts are with you during this very sad time. We will miss Jenny so much and are so lucky to have had so many amazing and fun memories with you and the family. From camping in Michigan to skiing in Colorado and don't forget all those crazy New Year's Eve parties!!! We will miss her so much. Our thoughts and prayers will be with you now
and always!
Love,
Kevin, Gail, Sarah, Melanie and Tanner Towey

Tom and Family:

Our prayers and thoughts are with you. Jennifer was a wonderful person and will be missed.

The McCallum Family

Tom,
While I only knew Jenny from working with her in the Booster store, I know she is remarkable woman. I say is, as I believe she is still with us, though we can't see her anymore. Her sense of humor is what I'll remember most. What a smile! My heart goes out to you and your family.

Wilders, we are so shocked and saddened to hear about Jenny! We have really fun and wonderful memories of all of you when the kids were little. Prayers for comfort for all of you! Don and Cyndy Peer (Safety Harbor, FL)

Tom and family yes Jenny is out of pain and not out of your life she lives in your hearts forever, she was a great wife mother and friend, and you will miss her, but your lives were fuller because of her. I hope you can remember the good times to help you get through these hard times. we are so sorry for your terrible loss. the Finkelsteins

Dear Tom and family,
We are heartbroken over the loss of your beloved Jenny. She was such a fighter and an amazing person. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers~
All of our love,
Michael and Ellen Connelly and family
Evergreen, CO

Tom - Please accept our deepest sympathies from the Springer family.

Dear Sue and Family,
Our prayers and deepest sympathy is with you today and as time goes on. May you find comfort and strength in family, friends and neighbors to help you in the days ahead.
Sincerely,
Judy Anderson and family
Minnetrista, Mn.

Tom - Our deepest condolences on your loss.
Greg and Cindy Ahlm

May you be comforted by the loving memories of Jenny and the circle of friends that will hold her dear in their hearts forever.