Jennifer Stodden
September 02, 2011
Jennifer Lynn was born on January 7, 1963, in Honolulu, Hawaii. She passed away on September 2, 2011, at Mercy Hospital in Des Moines after a lengthy battle with breast cancer.
As a child, Jennifer lived near the ocean and enjoyed playing with the dolphins. This gave her a life long love of all animals. She graduated Dowling High School in 1981, and earned her degree from Southern Utah University.
On August 31, 1984, Jennifer married the love of her life, Dave Stodden, at The Basilica of St. John in Des Moines. Dave and Jennifer had a passion for life which involved their family and friends and weekends on their boat the “Diamond Fund.” When they weren’t on the boat, Jennifer and Dave would travel and visit family.
She was a member of her local beading group and pet rescue project.
Jennifer worked as an Account Executive for Flagstar Bank for over ten years.
Jennifer is survived by her husband, Dave; siblings, Ann Herrick, Gail Covington, and Brian Scheel; nieces and nephews, Megan, Tyler, and Celia Stodden, Annamarie Covington, Elizabeth Herrick, Jessie and Jenny Stumme, Kyle, Brandon and Justin Scheel; her loving cats, Savannah, Ringo, Misty, Kingsford, and Shadow; and a host of other family and beloved friends.
A memorial visitation will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. on Wednesday, September 7, 2011, at Hamilton’s Southtown Funeral Home, 5400 SW 9th Street. A Memorial Mass will be held 11 a.m. Thursday, September 8, 2011, at Christ the King Catholic Church.
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Jeff Jarnagin
09/06/2011
David,
I am so sorry for your loss. I was shocked to see the news in the paper. It seems like only a short time ago that we were all together, but it has been a year. We had no idea Jennifer was in this battle, but it was like her to not complain. Every time we saw you guys it was as if we had only seen you a short time before, even though the time was usually much greater. Jennifer was always such a welcoming person. I can hear her laugh yet today and how she looked at things with such a positive attitude. You are in my thoughts as you go through this terrible time.
Kari Manning
09/06/2011
Dave - I am very sad to hear of Jennifer's passing. I am very sorry for you loss. I worked with Jennifer. She was my account executive. Her and I had tried to plan a get together in the Ozarks this year on your boat but we weren't able to get it arranged. I will keep you and your family in my thougths and prayers.
Dana Shawgo
09/05/2011
Dave, I am so sad to learn of Jennifers passing. She was a very special person and in typical Jennifer style, was one of my first co-workers to reach out to me when I joined Flagstar Bank. I just thought of you and Jennifer this weekend when I was at Westport Marina, Dave. Russ and I will make a toast to her next weekend. I know she loved the water and her great spirit will live on forever.
Donna Iddins
09/05/2011
Dave and family you have my heart felt sympathy; my thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of sorrow. Remembering Jennifer will always bring a smile to my face. She was a special person; sunny, happy and full of life and always a joy to be to with. We had many great times that I will cherish.
Paul Perez
09/05/2011
In loving memory of my dear friend Jennifer-
I was blessed to have known and worked with her for over 8 years at Flagstar Bank.
From my first conversation with her, I knew she was special. Her drive and
hearty laugh was contagious! She worked hard and played hard and was a terrific
social coordinator. The snacks for meetings and beverages for later were always
a top priority for her, and we all looked forward to what she might bring next!
Jennifer and Dave's love for each other was very evident. When visiting them in
Iowa they always rolled out the red carpet for me and made me feel like a special
quest. She was an inspiration to me and everyone she came across. I looked out
for her and she returned the favor by being my special friend. I will miss her dearly!
She is now a burning star that is lighting up the heavens!
RIP my dear friend-
Paul Perez
Debbie Scheel
09/04/2011
Jennifer was such a special person. She always seemed more like a sister to me than a sister-in-law. My kids always wanted to spend time with their Aunt Jennifer and Uncle Dave. Our hearts are broken, but I can't imagine not having her in our lives. Jennifer really knew how to enjoy life. So many great memories of the times we spent together.
Fred & Sue Huse
09/04/2011
Jennifer showed us how to live life with gusto. She was always smiling and welcoming anyone who showed up on the dock. It makes sense now that our dock was destroyed with a micro-burst in July because it would never be the same without Jennifer. She taught us to laugh in the face of adversity and to always take time to show love. Our hearts are with you and your family Dave.
Randy, Sheri,Eric
09/04/2011
We are so very sorry for your loss. Jennifer brought us many yeas of memories we will NEVER forget. She was a friend to everyone. A person whom we could always look to for comfort and advice. She always had time for us. We will miss Jennifer greatly!!!!!!
Dan Stumme
09/03/2011
Dave, My sincere sympathy in the loss of your Jennifer.
Her strong spirit, and fight against breast cancer is an
inspiration. Thinking of all of you today. Best to you,
and your family Dan Stumme