Jenna Janssen

October 11, 1985 - May 10, 2012

Jenna Marie Janssen, 26, of Rockford, passed away Thursday May 10, 2012 in Rockford Memorial Hospital, surrounded by her family.  She was born November 14, 1985 in Sterling; the daughter of Bruce and Ann Janssen. Jenna was a CNA working for OSF Saint Anthony Medical Center 3 South. Graduated Boylan High School, class of 2004. Member of St. Peter Cathedral. Jenna loved her job; the patients she cared for gave her much happiness.   She had a contagious smile, eyes that lit up a room and a heart of gold.  Jenna loved her family very much, she was not only a sister to Marissa she was her best friend and confidant.  She was her brother Jordan's number one fan and role model.  Family to Jenna was always her number one priority.   She made it a point to tell her family every day that she loved them.

Survivors include her parents, Bruce and Ann; sister, Marissa Ann; brother, Jordan Matthew; maternal grandmother, Carol Snow; maternal uncles and aunts, James (Heather) Snow, Thomas (Kim) Snow, Mary (Tim) Ortgiesen and Celeste (Mark) Gilbert; paternal uncles and aunts, Doug Janssen, David (Debra) Janssen, Karen (Bill) Freres and Billy (Sandra) Vondrak; cousin and best friend, Brandi Snow and her loving cat, Chandler.  Jenna also had numerous cousins who loved her. Preceded in death, maternal grandfather, Robert E. Snow; paternal grandparents, LeRoy & Verna Janssen.

Funeral Mass at 10:00am Wednesday, May 16, 2012 in the Cathedral of St Peter, Rockford, IL. with Reverend Jeremy Trowbridge officiating. Burial in Calvary Catholic Cemetery. Visitation from 4:00pm until 8:00pm Tuesday May 15, 2012 in Fitzgerald Funeral Home, 1860 South Mulford Road with rosary recited at 8:00pm. Visitation also from 9:00am until 9:45 in the church on Wednesday. Express online condolences at www.fitzgeraldfh.com.

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Her smile was very contagious. Jenna was a great person and I would so enjoy it when she would slip into my lab by thos bathrooms at St. Eds. I listened to her silliness and we would laugh at what ever. She will be missed yet somehow her smile, her pretty face and bubbly personality will be remembered forever. Go Jenna and be that angel who will watch over all of us.
Mrs. Pat Lang

Your family are in my prayers. Jenna was a beautiful girl.
Doneta Brandt

ANN & FAMILY. I AM SO VERY DEEPLY SORRY TO LEARN OF YOUR LOSS. MY THOUGHTS & PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU AND YOUR FAMILY AT THIS TIME. SINCERELY, CHAR HUBBARD
CHAR HUBBARD

Bruce and Ann, I am so sorry. I am praying for you all. God bless you.
Mary Butler

We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family during this difficult time.
Debra, Brett and Brandon Pearson

Bruce and family, I am sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Doug Burke, Phoenix AZ, formerly Nelson
Doug Burke

I have been a coworker of Jenna's for 3 years and I know that all of 3 South as well as myself will miss her greatly. She was a great young woman and all the patients loved her. I am so sorry for your loss and may you all stay strong in this time of sadness.
Kristin Alton

To Jenna’s family: We are sorry to hear of your loss of a daughter and sister at this time. We extend to you our prayers and hope that you will find comfort in your heart of all the great times that you experience with her. Peace of the Lord be with you all at this difficult time.
Carl and Mary Pearfson

I was so very saddened to read about Jenna's passing. She was a former student of mine at St. Ed's (96-97)and a sweet, smart and beautiful girl. She had also cared for my mom at St. Anthony's a while back. Please know that I am praying for you and your family at this very difficult time!
Lynne (Ditzler) Conner

I know there are not any words in the world that could possibly help at this time but know I care as do many others. Sending heartfelt sympathy and prayers.
Kathy Sandusky

I am so sorry to hear the loss of your beautiful daughter. She was a wonderful person who enjoyed her life and family. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Donna Roberts

Your family is in my prayers! Jenna was a beautiful girl and I remember the days at St. Edward's when the girls played basketball!
Cathy Molander

We are so sorry to hear of the loss of your beautiful daughter Jenna!! She sure had a contagious smile just like her parents!... Our prayers and thoughts are with you at this sad time! Hang on to her wonderful memory!
Sue Mike and Drew Gaurke