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Jackie Downs Obituary

DOWNS Jackie L. Jackie L. Downs, age 54, of Oregon, passed away peacefully at home Thursday, April 3, 2008. Jackie was born to Jack and Rose Foster August 10, 1953, in Toledo, Ohio. She was a graduate of Clay High School and worked construction with the Local 20 for 11 years. Most recently, Jackie was a bus driver for the Oregon City Schools. She was a member of the VFW 9816 Women's Auxiliary. Jackie was truly a wonderful person who had two wonderful boys and a wonderful husband. Jackie is survived by her loving husband, David A. Downs; sons, Domingo (Barb) Chapa III, and Zachary Q. Snyder; mother, Rose A. Foster; grandchildren, Thomas, Autumn, Jonathan, Alexis, and Noah; sisters, Carol (Ray) Morelli, Sherry Bernheisel, and Rebecca (Randy) Houghtalling, and many nieces and nephews. Jackie was preceded in death by her father, Jack. Friends may visit Freck Funeral Chapel, 1155 S. Wynn Rd. in Oregon (419) 693-9304, on Sunday, April 6, 2008 from 2-9 p.m. VFW 9816 Auxiliary Services will be at 7:30 p.m. Funeral services will be on Monday at 11 a.m. in the funeral chapel. Burial will follow in North Oregon Cemetery. Memorial contributions in Jackie's name may be made to the charity of the donor's choice. Jackie's family would like to give a heartfelt thank-you to Hospice of Northwest Ohio for all of there kindness and help.

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Published by The Blade on Apr. 4, 2008.

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Jodie Foster

April 13, 2008

Jackie girl,
You are among the angels now, your time as an angel on earth has come to an end. We are sad without you and missing you painfully but know that you are in a better place. It was a pleasure to know you and spend time with you. The impression you left on my heart will stay with me always. I love you, your neice (in-law), Jodie Foster

Mike & Sherry TenEyck

April 7, 2008

Rose and family, Our deepest sympathy goes to you and your family.

Roxanne Snider

April 6, 2008

Dave,Rose, and Family,
Jackie is now at home with the Lord. No more pain and sorrow. She was a fun loving and devoted Christian and will be missed.
Love and Prayers,

Marty Harp

April 5, 2008

My deepest sympithys to the family may Gods grace be with the family and I will miss seeing jaackie at church . We will all be togeather again one day with our Lord and Savior.

Kathy Estep

April 4, 2008

To the Foster Family & Dave
Just know that many thoughts and prayers are with you

Richard & Diane Lahey

April 4, 2008

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Brenda & Gary Johlin

April 4, 2008

We laughed as kids, and we laughed as adults. We sang together at Church. We both enjoyed talking about God, Jesus and Heaven. Well now i know in my Heart you have your peace and Joy. God Bless you Jackie, and my prayers are with your family. Your Cousin Brenda

Angie and Zeke Zettner

April 4, 2008

Rose and Family, We are so sorry for your great loss. You have our deepest sympathy.

Nancy Cormier

April 4, 2008

David and Family
Our deepest sympathy goes to you and your family our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Love
Nancy & Dave Cormier of Arizona

Becky Jackson

April 4, 2008

Jackie, I will always remember the happy fun loving person you were. And the good times we had will forever be there for me to remember. I will miss you dearly!

William Wagoner

April 4, 2008

Our deepest sympathy goes to all the family and friends for your great loss. God keep you in His tender care.

Terry and Dave Grycza

April 4, 2008

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

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