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Though raised in Idaho, during her life, she lived in California, Japan, the Philippines, Illinois, Louisiana, and Florida. Jeanette became a Registered Nurse and worked in an Army hospital during WWII. She had an extensive career of almost 30 years as an RN, working many years in home health. She definitely had the gift of gab and could literally talk to anyone! She was always dressed to the nines, loved shopping and attending church. She had a vigorous appetite for life and good food. She especially enjoyed Chinese cuisine or a thick juicy steak. Many remember her joy riding with the Southern Cruisers--a motorcycle club in Louisiana. Jeanette loved to mentor others, especially nurses, and took great pride in the success of her children.
She is survived by four sisters: Rosemary Easter, Rita Thaemert, Annabelle Schenck, and Dorothy Meyers; four children: John (Carol) Fenoli, Gary Fenoli, COL Richard (Cheryl) Fenoli, and Randy Fenoli, as well as 7 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren.
Jeanette is predeceased by three of her beloved children: Linda Fenoli, James Fenoli, and Thomas Fenoli,
A graveside memorial service will be held on Saturday, April 8th at 10:00am at St. Mary's Cemetery in Mt. Vernon, Illinois.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to the American Nurses Foundation, https://givetonursing.networkforgood.com/projects/188461-jeanette-fenoli-memorial to fund the education of aspiring nurses.
Call Hughey Funeral Home at 618-242-3348 or visit hugheyfh.com for further information.
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Velvet moon
May 18, 2025
Love life to to moon
Velvet moon
May 18, 2025
I'm sorry for your loss
Audra (Lowery) Meritt
May 9, 2025
My condolences, I just now found out. Just from watching your mom on the show, I got a kick out of her. She was funny, witty, and loving. I grew up not far from Mt. Vernon, I think I'll pay her a visit soon.
Rose Debevc
January 7, 2025
My condolences to Fenoli family. Rest in Peace Jeanette. She is reunited with her other children.
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Cathy Shoup
June 18, 2023
So Sorry to hear about your Mother passing, my wife Cindy and I always loved her visiting you on the show We know from watching the show that you both where very close, friends and love from afar Cathy and Cindy.
Lynn
April 12, 2023
What a wonderful, vivacious woman. She was a delight to watch on her occasional SYTD appearances and, of course, her legendary biking segment. We need more Jeanette Fenolis in this world! R.I.P.to a one-off. Lynn (UK) xx
Jeanette Duchenne
April 9, 2023
So sorry to hear of your passing. You touched so many lives with your grace and smile. May you rest in Peace always.
Pilar
April 8, 2023
Mi más sentido pésame desde España
Q.e.p.d
Un abrazo
Marie LaPointe
April 2, 2023
I am so sorry to read of Mrs Jeanette Fenoli's passing. My deepest and most sincere condolences to the Fenoli family especially to you Randy. I can only imagine what you are feeling as your close bond was so evident when your mom was on Say Yes to the Dress episodes with you. I just watched the episode of her 93rd birthday which was so awesome and I also recently saw the episode where the co-owners invited your mom to Kleinfeld's so that she could see your gowns from your runway show that she wasn't able to attend. Randy, your mom was such a pistol and I know she will be immensely missed by all who knew her but no one will miss her more than you. She is now soaring with the angels and will forever watch over you as I know she was so very proud of the man you have become. May your mom forever rest in paradise. So much love is sent your and your family's way from Prince Edward Island, Canada . God bless .
Diane Fuller
March 28, 2023
I´m so sorry to read about your mother´s passing. I just watched her birthday episode. Everyone could see the special bond the two of you had. Just know she´ll be seeing all the special things you do going forward.
Jackie
March 28, 2023
I´m so sorry to hear of Mrs. Fenoli. I loved watching her when she was on Say Yes to the Dress. Her gusto for life was inspiring. She is giving the angels a lot of pleasure right now. Randy I´m so sorry. I know how close you two were
Myra Colbourne
March 28, 2023
So sorry to read of Mrs Fenoli's passing at almost 100 years old. I always enjoyed it when she visited the Say Yes to the Dress show as I have been watching it for years in the most easterly Province in Canada, Newfoundland and Labrador. My condolences to the family. Another angel to watch over them.
Maryann Aceto
March 28, 2023
I'm so sorry to hear of her passing. I enjoyed seeing her on "Saying yes to the Dress". As a matter of fact I just saw her on T.V. The episode where it's her birthday. May she RIP.
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