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1976

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2015

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Jennifer Herbert Obituary

Jennifer D. Herbert, age 38 of Portage and a lifetime Northwest Indiana resident passed away Tuesday, April 14, 2015. She was born on July 8, 1976 in East Chicago, Indiana. She graduated from Merrillville High School in 1994. While at Merrillville High School she played volleyball and basketball. Jennifer was also a state track and field finalist in shot put and discus. She was an avid sports follower and loved reading and animals. She is survived by her father, Edward "Tim" (Ronda) Herbert of Westville, IN; her mother, Linda Herbert of Chesterton, IN; one brother, Erik L. Herbert of Chesterton, IN; best friend and life partner, Scott E. Wilson of Portage, IN; one step-brother, Doug Homan of Westville, IN; and her K9 children, Nala, Ladie, and Diamond. Memorial donations in Jennifer's honor may be made to your favorite animal rescue organization. Funeral services are Saturday, April 18, 2015 at 9 a.m. at Rees Funeral Home, 600 West Old Ridge Road, Hobart with Rev. Terry Rhine officiating. Burial will follow at Calumet Park Cemetery, Merrillville. Visitation is Friday, April 17, 2015 from 3 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Rees Funeral Home, Hobart Chapel. (219) 942-2109 or online at www.Reesfuneralhomes.com.

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Published by Post-Tribune on Apr. 17, 2015.

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Chris Stoller

July 10, 2015

I am at a complete loss for words right now. Jennifer was such an amazing and beautiful woman both inside and outside, and a wonderful Girlfriend to me for over a year.

April 24, 2015

Linda...A voice from the past with so many memories of the moments we shared when raising our families. I am so very sorry to hear about the loss of your daughter. Janice Ronda & Family

Carol (Phillips) Spencer

April 21, 2015

Tim and Family,
I am so terribly sorry about the passing of your daughter. She has left her earthly life and now begins her eternal life. May the angels surround you and help you get through this difficult time.

Pat Smith

April 20, 2015

Linda, Frank let me know about your Jennifer. I am so very, very sorry. We lost a 16 month old twin granddaughter nearly a year ago, so I have a little bit of understanding of what you must be feeling. Things will get a little better with time and your many sweet memories of your Jennifer will be a great comfort to you. I will be praying for you to find some peace. Pat Smith

Gregory Weaver

April 19, 2015

To The Herbert Family:
Tears are God's gift to us, our holy water. They heal us as they flow. Although it's difficult today to see beyond the sorrow, may looking back in memory help comfort you tomorrow. God bless you and your family.

April 18, 2015

Tim so sorry to hear the news about your daughter. Hope you are getting along well! Gordy Roeske

Linda Woloshansky

April 18, 2015

Linda and family:

Ihor and I are so very sorry to hear the news about your daughter. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. Wishing you peace, healing, hope and everything your heart needs to get through this sad time.

Carie Roorda

April 18, 2015

May you Rest In Peace. My childhood friend.

Doris Groves

April 17, 2015

Dear Linda, I was so sorry to hear this heartbreaking news. I'm praying that the peace of God which passes all our understanding will be with you each day. Hugs.

Rick and Carol Yoder

April 17, 2015

Dear Linda and family, we are so sorry to hear about Jenny'passing. Our hearts ache for you.

Kent Wells

April 17, 2015

Praying for you and the family.

Celena Origel-Ybanez

April 17, 2015

I was so saddened to hear of Jen's passing. I have such great memories of her & I at I.U. She was not only a great roommate but also a great friend. She will be missed dearly & always remembered. Jen was such a beautiful person inside & out. My thoughts & prayers to her family in your time of sorrow.

Lisa Hanson

April 17, 2015

Saddened that I am not able to attend the services for Jennifer...but know that all my thoughts and prayers are with her family and friends. Jennifer was a very dear friend that I was blessed to have in my life. She may be taken from this world...but she will NEVER be forgotten.

Rick Horbovetz

April 17, 2015

Words cannot express our feelings for your loss. Thoughts and prayers to the family. RIP Jennifer.

From: Rick, Yvonne, and family

Celena Origel-Ybanez

April 17, 2015

To Jen's Family:
I was so saddened to hear of Jen's passing. I will always remember the great times we had as roommates & friends at I.U. She was such a wonderful & beautiful person inside & out. My condolences to all of you at this time of sorrow. Jen will be forever missed.

Max Murray

April 17, 2015

I met Jennifer just about three years or so ago. She shared the same birthday as my mom so we instantly became friends. She was one of the kindest and most friendly individual I have known. My sympathies go out to her family and all those who were close to her. Let us all find comfort in the pleasant memories we have of Jennifer.

Meghann Small

April 17, 2015

Family, I may not have known her for as long as many others have, But she was a great person and was a friend to me even after only meeting me once. I express my condolances to you and everyone who was close to her.

Mary McDowell

April 17, 2015

Had the honor of working with Jen in the FS program. What a tragedy. Condolences to her family.

Mary Black-Finke

April 17, 2015

Dear Linda and Family, Jennifer was a special person who was full of life and light. I will miss her laughs and smiles.

John Haine

April 17, 2015

I want to express my condolences to Jennifer's family and friends in this time of great sorrow. I especially want to reach out to Linda. Please know that my thoughts are with you, and I hope that you can take some comfort in knowing that Jen touched so many lives through her work over the years. She was an extremely positive force in how she approached her job and how she worked with states to help improve service delivery to families. She also had a low key but loving and outgoing personality and was truly fun to be with. Linda, you should be proud. Jen will be missed for a long time, by her friends and the families she helped.

April 17, 2015

I had Jennifer as a student at Hebron Elem in Fourth Grade. I remember her as a very good student and wonderful to have in my classroom. So sorry to read about her passing.
Sincerely, Helen Fishero

Kari Mardyla-Goddard

April 17, 2015

Dear Linda and family, I am so saddened to hear this. I truly enjoyed working with Jennifer and her support throughout the years. I will definitely miss her.

Tara Gleason

April 17, 2015

Sending thoughts and prayers to everyone. RIP Jennifer.

David & Marci Cooper

April 17, 2015

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always. - Remembering the good times and great laughs!! Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this tough time..

Robin Masters

April 17, 2015

Jennifer was an amazing person. I am honored to have known her even though not well. Strength to you and your family at this difficult time.

Sandi Weliczko

April 16, 2015

I am pretty sure that there are no words to explain how the tragic loss of Jennifer has touched us. I can't even till this day imagine.. My prayers and thoughts are extended. May god be with you and support you during this difficult time. She will shine in heaven and one day we will all meet again.

karen reithel

April 16, 2015

Our prayers are with you at this sad time.

Allen S.

April 16, 2015

I am sorry I never got to spend time with you......as much as Scott talked about you, I feel like I knew you already...I know this is going to be very difficult for Scott, so I promise to be there for him and pet Diamond from time to time......rest in paradise.

Rich Paskash

April 16, 2015

Tim, Linda Erik & Scott, my heart pours out to all of you. My thoughts and prayers are with you! Very sorry for your loss

Ian Armstrong

April 16, 2015

Tim, Linda, Erik, and Scott,

I'm very sorry for your loss and pray that the wonderful memories you have of Jenny will ease you through this difficult time. She will be greatly missed.

Tracy Childs

April 16, 2015

You will be dearly missed by all the lives you touched.

Kelly & Mike Eck

April 16, 2015

Linda Tim and Eric may all your wonderful memories help you in this difficult time. We have such great memories with her and i will cherish them always. She is forever in my heart.

Pat Novosel

April 16, 2015

Tim and family, I cannot tell you how sorry I am for your loss. I hope wonderful memories will help you through this terrible time. Pat Novosel.

Tiesha Sykes

April 16, 2015

So very sorry. Thoughts and many prayers going up for you and your family

Sheryl Thompson

April 16, 2015

Our thoughts and prayers are with your family. Jennifer was very outgoing and fun. I recently had dinner with her in March while in Chicago.

She will be missed.

Sharon Shore

April 16, 2015

Peace of the Lord Jennifer

Jess Signorino

April 16, 2015

RIP dear Jen...your contagious smile and laughter will be missed!

Cheryl Taylor(Santos)

April 16, 2015

Prayers to you and your family. Jen was such a positive person and a great friend in high school.

Kimberly Lawson

April 16, 2015

Loved hanging out and visiting with Jennifer at Bass Lake. You will be missed cousin....

Cathi Biller

April 16, 2015

Sherbie, you brought joy and laughter in the form of friendship to Tom's and my lives. Your smile was infectious and your positivity knew no bounds. The night you met me it was with open arms, and you continually opened your home and arms to us throughout this past decade. We cannot believe we won't see that beautiful smile again. Thank God we have awesome Halloween and pool party memories to always reflect on together when we think of you. We love you so much sweet girl. Thank you, thank you, thank you for all the love, support and laughter that you gave so freely to us we will cherish it forever. My prayers now include the desire that all of our love carries you through eternity.

Brian Jones

April 16, 2015

Condolences to you and your family in this time. Jenn was a great person in high school.

Dana Peksenak

April 16, 2015

May you shine in heaven as you did on earth..... Please watch over Scott and your fur babies.....

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600 West Old Ridge Road, Hobart, IN 46342

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