Jeanine Briar
May 24, 1961 — October 06, 2024
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Jeanine Kay Briar, 63, passed away October 6, 2024 after a brief illness surrounded by her family.
Jeannie, as she liked to be called, was born May, 24, 1961 to Dr. Jack and Ruby Briar. She was raised in Altoona, attending Southeast Polk School. Upon graduation in 1979 she moved to the Boston area and worked at a large law firm. After 15 years she came home to Altoona to help care for her grandmother and later her mother, Ruby. Jeannie worked at several jobs after her return home; the last of which were Athene and the Iowa Clinic. In her spare time, she enjoyed gardening and a good sitcom.
She is survived by her sisters, Janet (Drew) Burham, Joan Warren, Julie (Dan) Kuecker, Jane (Bill) Worley; beloved dog, Abby; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Jeannie was preceded in death by her parents; grandparents; and her beloved cats Patsy, Taz, and Sami.
Services will be held Monday, November 11, 2024 at Lutheran Church of the Cross, 1701 8th Street SW in Altoona. Family will greet friends from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. with a memorial service starting at 1:00 p.m. followed with burial at Altoona Cemetery, NE 50th Avenue in Altoona.
Memorial contributions can be made to the Animal Rescue league of Iowa, Animal Lifeline, or a Cancer Research organization of your choice in loving memory of Jeannie Briar.
Condolences can be expressed at www.Hamiltonsfuneralhome.com
Mary Welborn
11/11/2024
Your visitation today was beautiful. You were and are loved by many! I enjoyed you for 5 years of working together. I know sharing stories with your sisters today about how well you were liked at Athene and your dedication to our team and department made them proud of you! Rest peacefully friend.
Annette Goodwin
10/28/2024
I worked with Jeannie many years ago at the law firm and we remained friends ever since. We would talk for hours even though it seemed like minutes. Jeannie I’ll miss our talks and laughs. The stories and fun times we had. We supported each other when times got tough. You may be gone but not forgotten. Rest in peace my friend.
Thoughts and prayers to everyone.
Cheyanne Perkins
10/14/2024
I will never forget our epic road trip to Minneapolis for the Green Day concert. Although our trip didn't go as planned, we still had a great time. Jeannie always made me laugh, and I never knew what she was going to say next, but that was my favorite thing about her. No matter what, she will always have a special place in my heart.
Bernadette Barnes
10/11/2024
I had the pleasure of working with Jeannie at two of her former employers. She always had a smile on her face and a story to tell. Her enthusiastic spirit was contagious, and laughter was always present when Jeannie was around. My heart is sad, we have lost a good one.
Tanner Mossman
10/10/2024
She had relentless energy while I worked with her and always made me laugh. She was also one of the few people who pulled me out of my shell when I first joined Athene. Mostly talking about our shared interest in Green Day. Goodbye Jeanine.
Tabitha Coughennower
10/10/2024
I worked with Jeannie for several years and my heart is heavy today. She was a ball of energy and could talk to anyone about anything! We had the same pair of earrings and she would get so excited when we happened to wear them at the same time, she would laugh and say we were "ear twins", you never knew what would come out of her mouth. She will be missed!
Christopher Hamilton
10/10/2024
It was a pleasure working with Jeanie. She always had some story to tell and it was so nice hearing her say good morning. I remember being new at work and she made me feel very welcome. She will definitely be missed. Prayers and thoughts are with you guys.
Kevin Nantulya
10/10/2024
I had the pleasure of having Jeannie Briar on my team in 2019. She was a breath of fresh air, and she always had a way of making me laugh even when I was in a bit of a mood. I loved her laugh, her questions about my heritage and her sarcastic sense of humor. Condolences and prayers out to her family.
Tracy Eike
10/10/2024
I didn't work with her very long but I remember when I did see her she was always happy and said Hi to everyone. She will be missed.
Mary Beth Justice Overton
10/09/2024
I always remember that crazy, full of life little girl who always did everything in her own way. It was always great to see her and catch up on all her news. Rest in Peace Jeannie. You definitely put a smile on the faces of all who knew you. My thoughts and prayers are with your family and friends.