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Jessica Ivy Obituary
Jessica was born on March 12th, 1979, in Fort Worth, Texas. She spent her life in the Fort Worth area, enjoying a career in restaurant management. The third of six children, Jessica took her role as "middle child" seriously, being a source of simultaneous entertainment, frustration, and unconditional love for her parents and siblings.
Her strengths centered around her ability to make those around her feel valued and loved. Jessica earnestly desired to show love in action, whether by compassionately leading employees at a restaurant, thoughtfully planning events and celebrations for her daughters, boldly praising the accomplishments of others, or fervently encouraging family and friends as they strived to achieve their goals, she prioritized an outpouring of her love in all circumstances.
Jessica's daughters, Brianna Marie and Bridgette Lynn, were a source of pride and joy throughout her life. She wanted to be the best mother possible for her beloved daughters, and she spoke of them with an understanding that it was their love of her which meant the most.
She spent her later years in Springtown, Texas, with her partner, John. Jessica and John quickly fell in love, forever finding strength and comfort in each other. John's family embraced her as one of their own, as did Jessica's of John.
Jessica is survived by her mother, Anne Ivy; daughters, Brianna Prosper (Smith) and husband Grant, Bridgette Smith; life partner, John Lukes; grandmother, Joan Gambill; sister, Kirstin Ivy; brothers, Jonathan Ivy, Alex Ivy, Charles Ivy, Dmitry Ivy; nine nieces and nephews; and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, and other loved ones.
She was preceded in death by her father, Donald Ivy; grandfather, Lawton Gambill; and cousin, Justin Woollis.
A celebration of life will take place at Calvary Bible Church in Fort Worth, TX at 4 p.m. on May 31st. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to any organization benefiting children and families.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Marissa Randolph
June 3, 2024
Jessica, I remember babysitting you when you were barely out of diapers. I instantly loved your free spirit and openness to others, and what joy it brings me to know you never outgrew those things or let the world steal them from you. I love you and I´m going to miss you, but I know we will be together again
Libby Walker Anderson
May 28, 2024
Heartfelt condolences to you, Anne and family, for your loss of Jessica. I wish I had known her as she must have really been a lovely person from what I have read. I cannot imagine your loss and I am sending prayers for comfort.
April Shumate
May 27, 2024
Favorite memory is going on a cruise with her. We had a great time laughing and hanging out.
And we also have one of the silliest pictures of her and John together!! I spoke with her not long before she passed. She was such a sweet soul and I will think of her often Miss you girl!
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Chanel Molina
May 25, 2024
My mother is Jessica´s next door neighbor. My father passed away in 2019 several months after they had moved in. Jessica always took the time out to make sure my mother was taken care of in her hour of need and grief. If my mom needed food she was over with dinner. Anything from the grocery store, Jessica would grab it. Birthday gifts, Christmas gifts. Jessica went above and beyond to make sure that my mother was taken care of and knew that she was loved. Her bright and outgoing smile and personality just lit up the room when she was near.
Jessica thank you for everything that you have done over the years for me and my mother. You will be missed.
Brianna Prosper
May 25, 2024
Mom, there have been so many moments since you´ve past where I´ve wished I could just call you or ask for advice. Silly mundane things like planning my birthday party bring me so much pain knowing you´re not there to help me make these decisions.
I looked to you for everything. Comfort, advice, to tell me when I´m just plain wrong. I needed you and I still need you. Your absence is so heavily felt and will continue to be until Bridgette and I take our last breath.
I wish you were here, but I´m so happy you are comfortable and in a better place now.
I love you, mom.
Kirstin Ivy
May 16, 2024
My memories of Jessica go back almost as far as my earliest memories, period. She is my little sister.
Jessica amazed me in her unwavering optimism. Life presented many significant challenges to her over the years, yet Jessica maintained an attitude of positivity throughout her life. She lived as one who loves deeply and emotionally, and she emphatically and openly celebrated those whom she loved. When Jessica loved you, she loved you thoroughly!
I cannot see her smile anymore in person, but I am forever thankful for the memories of her warmth and welcoming presence. As for Jessica´s smile, I get to remember it every time I see her beautiful daughters, Brianna and Bridgette!
A humble and most sincere thank you to her life partner, John. The way Jessica´s face lit up when his name was simply mentioned underscored her devotion to the man who loved her and cared for her tenderly for years, through the end and forever.
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Alex Ivy
May 16, 2024
When I think of Jessica, I think of someone who deeply desired to love others well. She gave her resources and her time. She was a manager in multiple businesses, with a passion for seeing people enjoy themselves and employees feeling valued. Jessica loved her family, she loved strangers, and her love for God was unmistakable. Was she perfect? No. But that is why Jesus, who was and is perfect, who is alive because He rose from the grave 2,000 years ago in a real place that we can go to even today, He died to cover Jessica´s, yours, and my sins. He invited Jessica to Heaven, to Paradise. Jessica will always be in my heart. She is my sister. We grew up together and shared struggles with one another. In times of financial strain years ago, she helped me and I helped her. She spoke her mind. She was confident and unapologetically opinionated, but with an open mind. I will miss her, and I will always love her. And I am thankful to God that I will see her again, when we both see Jesus face to face. God has promised this.
Katherine Antonmarchi
May 15, 2024
Jessica hired me when she was a manager at chilis. She started my work career and changed my entire life. I got to know her beautiful daughters, and just be her beautiful presence for years.
I am so happy you´re home, and free, but I´ll miss you forever. God bless you, I´ll love you forever sweet friend.
Charles Ivy
May 8, 2024
Jessica was a deeply devoted and loving sister who would take the slightest bit of good news and celebrate it like it should be on the front page of every publication. She guided me through childhood and adolescence with zero judgement and unconditional support and love. I´ll miss her, and will always strive to live to be the man she viewed me as.
Jeanne Woollis
May 6, 2024
My sincere condolences to those who loved Jessica. I am going to miss her so much. She gave love and joy like she had an unlimited supply to give. I could always count on Jessica to make me feel loved. I'll never forget her.
May the souls of the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace. Amen.
Love, Aunt Jeanne
Anne Ivy
May 6, 2024
Jessica, you brought your father and me incredible joy and a fair amount of frustration. What you never were was dull. Deeply caring, wildly optimistic, always up for an adventure...that´s you.
I´m going to miss you, Jessica Marie. So much.
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