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Jackie was born March 12, 1931, at home in Council Bluffs to Clarence and Maxine Dettman. She graduated from Thomas Jefferson High School in 1949, where she was a very active member of The National Honor Society, also a cheerleader, sang in the choir and more. Jackie married Donnelly E. Langston, Jr., on June 25, 1955. They had two children, Cheri and Don, III. Jackie worked at the Union Pacific Railroad for 33 years of service and retired as Chief Clerk to the Assistant Superintendent of the Nebraska Division. During that long service time, she was also a member of the Junior Old Timers Club, and the Executive Women's International. Jackie and Don retired to Bella Vista, Ark., in 1983, where she really enjoyed swimming, ceramics, and playing cards with her many friends. Jackie was also very involved in several other local organizations there. She moved back to the Council Bluffs area, in December 2007, to be near her own family living in this area.
Jackie was preceded in death by her husband, Donnelly; son, Trey; mother, Maxine; and stepfather, William Jorgensen; father, Clarence Dettman; brother, Duane Dettman; and her nephew, Brad Jensen.
Survivors include daughter, Cheri and husband, Ronald "RC" Tefft; granddaughters, Jessica and husband, Aaron Bartles, Sarah and husband, Ryan Letheby; grandsons, Samuel and wife, Joanna Tefft, and David Tefft; great grandson, Gavin Tefft; sisters, Donna Jensen, Judy and husband, Carl Wilson; brother, John and wife, Patti Dettman; sister-in-law, Donaldine Dettman; along with nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
Visitation will be held Saturday, June 2nd, at the Hoy/Kilnoski Funeral Home from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. A memorial service will begin at 4 p.m., officiated by Pastor Michael York. A reception will follow at the funeral home. Private family burial services are to be held at the Cedar Lawn Cemetery at a future date. Memorials suggested by the family are Hospice with Heart and The Midlands Living Center, both located in Council Bluffs.
This obituary was originally published in The Daily Nonpareil.
1221 North 16th Street, Council Bluffs, IA 51501-0143
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Ed O'Hara
May 25, 2019
Jackie was one of most positive people I have ever met, always a smile. She had an infectious laugh that I just loved.......I was only 21 & Jackie was 41 when we met in May of ' 72, she took time & interest to teach this wet behind the ears kid how this " stuff " all worked. Wonderful Women, I loved her.
Roger Witke
May 25, 2013
Jackie was a good friend at Tee Jay High School. We lived in the same C.B. neighborhood. She was very popular and a neat person. I lost track of her except seeing her at a class reunion. I will always remember her. I just today discovered her obit on the internet. I am sorry for your loss of a great gal. Roger Witke class of '49.
Tina Augustine
June 12, 2012
I work at Midlands Living Center and absolutely loved this woman. I would always stop what I was doing to help her when she needed it. She was especially nice to everyone and was a pleasure to be around. I never seen her without a smile on her face. She will be missed and will always be on my mind.
"RC" & Cheri Tefft Family
June 9, 2012
Our great thanks goes out to our family and friends, The Midlands Living Center, Hospice With Heart and the Hoy/Kilnoski Funeral Home. You all surrounded us with much personal care and great understanding!
Your the very best!! "Thank You Again".
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Barb Nice
June 2, 2012
Cheri and family, I am so sorry to hear of your mom's passing. The few times I met her, I remember her huge smile and her laugh! I loved to hear her laugh. We are never prepared for the loss of our moms.Our connection to our moms is like no other. Find comfort in her forever smile.
Ed O'Hara
June 1, 2012
Cheri: I feel a loss in Jackie's passing, she meant alot to me and we had and shared many things that were not work related. I was just a punk kid when I met your Mother in May, 1972. She went with me to pick out Trish's engagement ring and was always there for me. I will/have missed her over the years and should have kept in touch and feel bad about that. Cherish the memories as your Mother lived life to the fullest and will always be in my heart.
Robert Culek
June 1, 2012
Cheri,Your mother was a worm and loving person who will be missed. Robert Culek
Debra Drake
June 1, 2012
Cheri, My love and prayers go to you and yours... Such a difficult time and hope that during this period you will remember many excellent memories that you shared with your mother. Deb
June 1, 2012
Cheri, was very sorry to hear about your mom.
My deepest sympathy to you and your family.
Your friend,
Sue Whittaker Day
May 31, 2012
Judy,
We are so sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Dick & Chris Wade
Timm Bryant
May 31, 2012
My sympathy with the loss of your mother.
May 31, 2012
Cheri and Family, I am so sorry to hear of Jaclis passing. She was a wonderful neighbor for many, many years. May she rest in peace. Peggie Caparelli
Mary Lynne Suder
May 31, 2012
May time and grief pass swiftly...may memories last forever and memories abound with Jackie. Her laughter was contagious; her antics were hilarious...she was one of a kind and we will miss her. May God give you comfort at this time.
May 31, 2012
My condolences to all of Jackie's family. Jackie was truly a good friend. Dori Hill
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