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Jennifer Emerson Obituary
MORTON - Jennifer L. "Jenni" (Meiner) Emerson, 51, of Morton died at 9:37 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 8, 2013, at her home.
Jenni was born July 10, 1962, in Peoria to George H. and Marilyn K. (Bailey) Meiner. She married James Emerson on Oct. 30, 1993.
She leaves behind her husband, son, James "JD" and daughter, Jill, all of Willowbrook, Ill.; her parents of Morton; and her brothers and sisters, George "Chip" (Patty) Meiner of Morton, Becki (Frank) Wilson of Creve Coeur, Missy (Greg) Kostner of Burr Ridge, Ill., and Doug (Amy) Meiner of Washington. She was also loved by many nieces and nephews, Bobbi Jo (Tom), Brooklyn and Brock Filyaw; Charli (Levi) and Harper Lawrence; Jodi, Mollie and Ruby Meiner; Samantha (Fred), Deeken, Dayhahna and December Krus; Erin and Eva Kostner; Alex Kostner; Tyler Meiner and Bailey Meiner.
Jenni was preceded in death by her grandparents, George and Daisy Meiner and Clifford and Margery Bailey.
Jenni graduated from Morton High School in 1980, then Bradley University in 1985, cum laude, with a bachelor of science degree in mechanical engineering.
She enjoyed a long career at Goss International and recently was employed through URS Corp. in Peoria, as a facilities engineer at Caterpillar Inc.
All her life Jenni loved to sew fantastic Halloween costumes for her children and niece and knit socks for herself, mother and sisters. She collected gnomes, loved baking, gardening and had a penchant for juicy tomato sandwiches with a lot of mayonnaise.
Cremation has been accorded. Her family and friends will be celebrating her life from 3 to 7 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 17, 2013, at the Knights of Columbus Hall, 616 W. David St., Morton. Knapp-Johnson Funeral Home and Cremation Center in Morton is handling arrangements.
The family requests in lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Jennifer Emerson Children's Benefit Fund established at Morton Community Bank.
Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.knappjohnson.com.
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Memories and Condolences
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Jennifer Lynne Meiner Emerson
August 24, 2013
Dear wonderful daughter, Jennifer, whose light was extinguished much too soon, we miss you each day. I talk to you each night and every morning. I know you are at rest in the loving arms of Jesus, watching over all of us. Love you, Mom and Dad
August 24, 2013
I will always miss you, jenni. You were a loving, caring daughter, full of warmth and graciousness. Please help guide your children down the right path of life to make them loving children,and parentsparents, I know you are at peace in Hid arms, watching over us, sending blue butterflies perhaps chicken feet. My heart is breaking that you left us far too soon. Rest in God's love forever, we will see you in heaven with Him. Love, Mom and Dad
Kate Homerding
August 16, 2013
Jenni was a wonderful friend, not only to me but to thousands of others. She always made me smile and laugh at times when I needed it most. I will never forget you sweet love. In my heart always and forever, Kate
August 14, 2013
We wish to offer our heartfelt condolences to the entire family. God is for us a refuge and strength during times of distress. You are in our thoughts.
Kendra Briggs
August 14, 2013
Dear George, Marilyn, & Family, So Sorry to hear of your great loss. I remember Jenni & siblings as little ones that I babysat or playing with my brothers & sisters in the old neighborhood. She will be greatly missed by all. You have my deepest sympathy. You are in my prayers. Love, Kendra Mandrell Briggs
Bev Frank
August 14, 2013
Marilyn, so deeply saddened by your loss.
My prayers are with you and your family.
Terrie Sobeski
August 14, 2013
Missy and family, My most heartfelt condolences and prayers for you all during this difficult time. Terrie
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