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Dateline-Fennimore
Jeanne M. Downey, age 63, passed away on Monday January 14, 2013 at the Boscobel Area Health Care in Boscobel. She was born on September 6, 1949 in Boscobel Wisconsin. The daughter of Frederick and Marie (Ellenbolt) Mertz. She married Thomas Downey on April 18, 1970 at St. John's Lutheran Church in Boscobel. She is survived by her husband Thomas Downey of Fennimore. A daughter Tera Roesch of LaCrosse. Two Grandchildren: Katlyn Roesch of LaCrosse, Nathan Roesch of LaCrosse. 1 Sister Judy Halpin of Denver Colorado. Her Mother in Law; Maebelle Downey of Capron Illinois. Two brother in laws; Dennis (Jan) Downey of Cave Creek Az. Tim(Pat) Downey of Poplar Grove Illinois. She was preceded in death by her parents, a brother Ronald Mertz and father in law John Downey.
Private Memorial services will be at a later date with burial in the Capron Cemetery in Capron Illinois. The Kendall Funeral Service in Boscobel is assisting the family. On line condolence can be sent to www.kendallfuneralservice.com
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kevin filipiak
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Posted Tue January 15, 2013
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tom@family thinking of you @ your family during this tough time. our condolences kevin@amyfilipiak
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Chris Skabroud
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Posted Tue January 15, 2013
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Coach Downey and Tera sorry for your loss. I never got to tell you thanks for making the trip to Gilman 2 years ago and visiting with everyone, it was nice to see you with the Gunn's and share old times, those were precious moments. Our Thoughts and Prayers are with you in this difficult time. God Bless You All
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Steve Pendleton
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Posted Tue January 15, 2013
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Jeanne was a long time friend of the family, Always enjoyed visiting with her. She will always be remembered, Thinking of you Tom and family.
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Greg Schaefer
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Posted Tue January 15, 2013
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Tom and family,
Christine and I are very sorry to hear of your families loss. We will keep your family in our thoughts and prayers.
Greg, Christine, Bailey and Mattie Schaefer
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Suzette (Young) Jenkins
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Posted Tue January 15, 2013
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Judy and family,
I am saddedned to learnof the loss of your sister.
May the memories and love you shared bring you comfort during this difficult time.
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Elaine Ellenbolt Cuccia
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Posted Tue January 15, 2013
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I was so sorry to hear of Jeanne's passing. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. I have pleasant childhood memories of playing with my cousin Jeanne and her sister, Judy, on the beautiful Mertz family farm when my dad would bring us down from Dodgeville to visit his family. Jeanne was a dear soul and I know you will forever cherish the memories and Love you shared together.
With deepest sympathy,
Elaine and family
Cape Cod, Massachusetts
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Kay Bakken
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Posted Wed January 16, 2013
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With sympathy and caring for your loss. Please find comfort in knowing how many caring thoughts go out to you at this difficult time.
A high school classmate with found memories.
Kay Bakken
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Patty & Noam Kuilboer
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Posted Wed January 16, 2013
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Tom, Tera, Judy and family,
Our deepest condolences on the loss of your wife, mom, and sister. We are thinking of all of you at this time.
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Randy Mudgett
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Posted Wed January 16, 2013
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Coach,Tera, and family,
I am very sorry to hear the news of your terrible loss. May the many wonderful memories you have help you get through this difficult time.
Coach, rest assured that the many young men of your ''Gilman Pirates family'' are deeply saddened by this news as well. You have made a definite positive impact on all of our lives. You and your family are in our prayers.
P.S. I hope to get to see you again soon.
Randy Mudgett family
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Randy Boone
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Posted Wed January 16, 2013
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Coach sorry to here about your loss. I am glad that we had the opportunity to visit with you, Jeanne, Tera and your grandchildren when you made the trip back to Gilman.That gym brings back lots of memories.
Randy & Cheryl Boone
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Barb Kosinski
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Posted Thu January 17, 2013
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Tom...
No words can express how sorry I am for you, Tera and the grandkids. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers! I am so grateful for seeing you and Jeanne at your mom's birthday! Jeanne always had a smile on her face and was always fun! I enjoyed our conversations. May your memories, family, and friends give you some peace, comfort, and strength at this terrible time. Love you all!
"Doodles"
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Boo Pendleton
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Posted Thu January 17, 2013
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I will always remember all the good times Jeanne & I had. Thinking of you Tom & Judy and the rest of the family.
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Chris Reed
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Posted Thu January 17, 2013
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Coach Downey and family,
Behind every great coach is a patient and enduring wife who lives with the ups and downs of the coaching profession. Jeanne filled that position in your family with greatness. I will always have fond memories of her support of the teams I played on and all of the athletes which made up those teams.
My thoughts and prayers are with you. God Bless.
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Jill Gorell
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Posted Thu January 17, 2013
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Tara, your mother was a piece of Heaven on earth. We were all so very blessed to know her and to be welcomed by her with her incredible smile. You mom, Jeanne, loved you, your dad, and her grandchildren with an all encompassing kind and generous heart. She was a remarkable human being. My sympathy goes out to you and your family. Jeanne will be missed greatly! Jill Gorell
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Bernice (Rounds} Dombeck
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Posted Thu January 17, 2013
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Judy, I am so sorry to hear of Jean's passing,always remember our years at the little Red School where we were the only 2 in the class. we were close friends then.
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Terry Halida
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Posted Fri January 18, 2013
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Coach, Tera, and family,
I am so sorry to here about your loss. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. May all the wonderful memories you have help you get through this most difficult time in your life.
Coach remember that there are so many people that care about you and I hope our thoughts and prayers will help you deal with your loss.
I am sorry that I didn't get a chance to see you and your family when you were back in Gilman 2 years ago.
Hope to see you soon, again you are in our thoughts and prayers,
Terry & Cheryl Halida
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Kim and Karissa Lovejoy
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Posted Fri January 18, 2013
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Tera, Katlyn and Nathan,
I am so sorry to hear about your mother and grandmother, she loved life and each of you very much. Karissa always told me how much she loved Katlyn's grandma and how much fun she was. Karissa still talks about the shopping you girls did the day after Thanksgiving, starting at midnight and going all night long. We are thinking about you and praying for all of you. If you need anything we are here for you.
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Christopher B. Schellinger
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Posted Fri January 18, 2013
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Mr. Downey (and your family)-
Although I never had the chance to know your wife, my thoughts and wishes are with you in your time of loss. I hope your family stays strong as you grieve and begin to write a new history together.
C.B.S.
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Tom & Rose Reyzer
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Posted Sun January 20, 2013
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Tom and Tera,
We are so sorry to hear of Jeanne's passing. May all the many wonderful memories bring healing to you and your family during this time. Prayers go out to you and Tera and may the kind support from family and friends make the sadness you feel grow less and less every day.
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Nora Schauer
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Posted Mon January 21, 2013
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Our sympathies are with you at this time of grief for you and your family.
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Marilyn Loft Houck
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Posted Mon March 11, 2013
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Tom and Family, we are so very sorry to hear of the passing of your beloved wife. We had no idea that she had passed away until we received an email from Nova Quigley just yesterday, 10 March.
You have our very deepest sympathy.
Marilyn Loft Houck and
Judy Loft
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