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JENNIFER KALEKAS Jennifer Leigh Kalekas, 47, passed away May 15, 2014, in Las Vegas. She was born July 27, 1966, and raised in Las Vegas. Jennifer attended Clark High School and went on to study at San Diego State University. She was a loving, beautiful and fun mother who was always smiling, joking and bragging about her kids. She volunteered with C.A.S.A., within her church, and as a member of the P.T.A. Jennifer enjoyed cooking and loved her family and friends. Jennifer was preceded in death by her mother, Judy Jenkins. Jennifer is survived by her beloved children, Kaytlin and Christian, who were the sunshine of her life; grandmother, Nola Hanson; father, Norm Jenkins (Sharon); brother, Corey Jenkins (Jamie); and nephew, Cade Jenkins. Funeral Mass will be at 10 a.m., Friday, May 23, at St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Catholic Church, located at 7620 W. Sahara Ave., Las Vegas. Burial will be private. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made with gratitude to Boys Town Nevada, 821 N. Mojave Road, Las Vegas, NV 89101.

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Published by Las Vegas Review-Journal on May 22, 2014.

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Barry Lane

November 30, 2016

Rest peacefully Jen...

October 18, 2016

No way - Just found out about this - Words won't do justice to how kind she was and how much she meant to me in a time when I needed someone. We lost touch when she married but I still think of her from time to time and today I was wondering what she was up too since I haven't been on a Facebook for some time. Miss you Jen.

Kevin Custer

February 9, 2015

This world is a dimmer place without Jennifer's bright light. Above all, she wanted to be and loved being a mother - and I will cherish her memory.

LAURA LEIGH JENKINS BULLOCK

June 25, 2014

OKAY JEN, I THINK AN ANGEL WHISPERED IN MY EAR-PEACE, BE STILL-YOU'LL SEE ME AGAIN. THANK YOU FOR THAT-I KNOW IT WAS FROM YOU.

LAURA LEIGH JENKINS BULLOCK

June 25, 2014

SO LONG FOR NOW, SWEETIE-I'M HANGING ON TO THE IDEA THAT I WILL SEE YOU AGAIN-
WE'LL LAUGH AND JOKE AROUND AND DO ALL THE THINGS WE WANTED TO DO, WITH OUR SWEET CHILDREN RIGHT THERE WITH US. I FEEL THAT YOU ARE CLOSER THAN I THINK YOU ARE, SO I'LL TAKE A DEEP BREATH AND REST WITH THAT.
WITH MY WHOLE HEART-LAURA LEGH JENKINS BULLOCK

Kristin Ullom

June 2, 2014

"Like a bird singing in the rain, let grateful memories survive in time of sorrow" -Robert Louis Stevenson

I am deeply saddened by the loss of my cousin, but what brings me peace is knowing she is surrounded by love with Nila and Judy and will be remembered as a beautiful soul.

May 28, 2014

Jennifer, you were such a burst of sunshine!!! Always happy with your amazing smile and sparkly eyes. You will forever be in our hearts...love you lots! Rest in peace beautiful angel!

XO ~Milena

Kristen vaccaro-adams

May 27, 2014

Jennifer, your family friend Fran Fine speaks beautifully of you! Jen, although our hearts weep for you, missing you...our minds are sharp with fun, loving memories of you! You radiated with your smile, your laugh, your kindness. I hope you know you brought old friends together & created new ones. Your light will never dim Jennifer Jenkins!!!

Sara and Jamie Costello

May 26, 2014

What a special person. She will be missed by many. We will cherish all of our memories of her.

Don Sebastian

May 24, 2014

See you again Jennifer, safe journey home! LOVE & BLESSINGS to your family and friends!

June Carter

May 23, 2014

Love,light and peace for the family of Jennifer and may she fly like an angel and be free with God's arms enfolding her and keeping her safe for evermore more in heaven - Love June

Kristin Lundstrom

May 23, 2014

I remember your smile always. Prayers for your family. You will be missed.

William Sauer

May 23, 2014

RIP Jennifer.I did not know you but would like to pass on my condolences to Friends and Family alike.

Kathryn Sahlen

May 23, 2014

Prays and thoughts for her family. God bless

Andy and Jodi Rojas

May 23, 2014

Our most sincere condolences to the Jenkins and Kalekas families. Jennifer will always be in our hearts.

Fran Fine

May 23, 2014

Kaytlin and Christian: It was a lovely service, this morning, a Mass, but there was so much left to be said - and most important was that your Mom was a breath of fresh air. She was always the first person to offer help when it was needed. I don't believe she had an enemy in the world. Her school friends adored her, and everyone I know appreciated her. The light of her life though, were the two of you. I just wanted you to know that. She did not ask to be sick, and now she is free of pain. My heart is broken for your loss and I hope that someday you will find out all the wonderful things your Mom did and all that she dreamed of for you.

Tedd Rosenstein

May 22, 2014

Jennifer was the sweetest girl. Always remember her smiling.

Barbara Molasky

May 22, 2014

With love,
Barbara and Mike

May 22, 2014

My deepest sympathies go out to Jen's family. She was an amazing lady. I always loved her quick smile and easy laugh. I will be praying for those she left behind. Sincerely, Kerri Cimino (Calloway)

Deborah Addis

May 22, 2014

We lost a great friend!!Loved her!! She will be truly missed!! Her sparkle in her eyes and her laugh.. Big Smile of Joy..

Kirsti Rice

May 22, 2014

Sending love and prayers to the family. Rest in peace sweet Jenny.... Xoxo

Barry Lane

May 22, 2014

RIP Jen. My deepest condolences go out to your family

May 22, 2014

Wishing solace, comfort and strength for Jennifer's family. We are so sorry for your loss. We'll always remember Jennifer fondly from our days at Clark High School.

With deepest condolences -

The Gentleman Family

Suzi Wright

May 22, 2014

I'm so sorry for your loss. Jeniffer was such an incredible spirit . Please know your are in my thoughts & prayers. She's in Gods hands and our hearts forever. Sincerely Suzi Wright

May 22, 2014

I am so sorry to hear this news. I am out of town but i wanted to send my condolences . She was and will always be special to me. Norm and Corey may she rest in peace. Jim Preus

Sidney Friel

May 22, 2014

My sincere condolences to the family and especially the children. Jennifer was so beautiful and sweet. She will be truly missed. God bless, Sidney

Larry Silver

May 22, 2014

RIP Jennifer

Ralph (Tripp) Litton

May 22, 2014

Rest in Peace, Jennifer. My deepest and most profound condolences to you family. You will be missed. I am so sorry.

May 22, 2014

Norm so sorry to hear about the passing of your daughter. My prayers are for your family at this time. I wish that I could attend the service in support for you. We love you Norm and Sharon you have always been a true friend to my father. God Bless your family. Teresa Bedford Oxborrow

Mike Chiafulio

May 22, 2014

I am so sorry and saddened to hear of Jennifer's passing. Jennifer was always very upbeat and treated everyone kindly and with respect. One memory I have is Jennifer threw me a going away party when I left the Sporting House. I also ran into Jennifer a few years ago at grocery store and met her kids. My condolences go out to her family, especially Norm and Corey.

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