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Jena Nylec Obituary

Nylec, Jena C. (nee Fumarolo) Once the happy wife of the late Edward F. Nylec, very grateful mother to her big family of four deceased daughters Emily, and triplets Joanna, Anna and Diane as well as Timothy. Daughter of Donald Fumarolo and the late Kathleen (nee LeVoy) Fumarolo; sister of Angela Gasper (Lawrence); blessed and very delighted aunt of Nicholas, Frank and Kelsey Gasper and the late Christopher Gasper; great-aunt of Christopher Ekdahl; lucky cousin and niece to a very close knit Irish/Italian family; lucky recipient of the friendship of many whom she calls sisters and brothers. Jena was involved in anything social service oriented from the time she was a little girl, collecting money door to door for charities and doing walk-a-thons. Jena continued to help the "underdogs" of the world as she grew up because she had a huge heart for the disenfranchised, most especially children. The loss of her children, her once husband and her nephew Chris Gasper took a very, very deep toll on Jena, even though many said that she was strong and resilient. Jena wished for everyone to learn from her life to make the lives of children safer, acknowledged and love filled. In lieu of flowers, donations can be sent to All Saints-St. Anthony Church at 518 West 28th Place, Chicago, IL 60616. Interment at a later date at St. Mary Cemetery in Mokena, IL. Dalcamo Directors, 312-842-8681.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Jul. 31, 2016.

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Barbara Ann Cruise

July 25, 2024

In my walk through my rock garden, I hold her memory close and cherish the few times she shared her story with me. Peace to her soul, and In Heaven may her soul be embraced by those who passed through the veil before her.

Diana Jones

June 7, 2023

Jena popped into my mind yesterday. I decided to google her and I was saddened to hear of her passing. You were always a beacon of hope and light. I will miss your smile and laugh. I hope you are reunited with your babies in heaven.

Donna Corrigan

July 25, 2022

Think of you often Jena

Allyson Rochkus Roethle

January 12, 2021

I never met Jena face-to-face. Many, many years ago she donated a gift certificate for her hand massage to me. I was soliciting for donations for raffles for fundraisers we were having for children with cancer. She quickly responded and donated. Over the years I wondered about her for some odd reason and I googled her once. That was when I learned about her 9 year old Daughter and Husband and then the extended story of her triplets. Just so stunned. We never always know where someone is coming from, what they have been through. I had another odd moment tonight and she came to mind all these years later, again. And here I find her. I am so sorry she is not living a life. I don't know how this happened. I am sorry for anyone who loved her. I am now saying goodbye to her and there will be no more "checking in" on her. I wish her great peace

Angela Abshire

July 25, 2020

I got to meet Jena at the conference in Virginia in 2015. She and I connected right away,and got to talk when she was able. I really enjoyed the time I got to share with her. Jena and I even stayed in touch for a bit after we returned home. It really shattered a piece of my soul to learn of her passing. But to be with her family again is where she truly wanted to be. I hope she is watching over us and found her peace.

Sherry Petersen (Pelkie)

March 9, 2018

I am so sorry to just now learn of Jena's passing. I went to high school with her and reconnected for a bit a few years back. I know she was a tortured soul with the loss of her daughters, ex, and nephew. I hope she has now found peace. No matter what, Jena, you'll always hold a special place in my heart.

Mondayna Burke

August 24, 2016

So sad to hear about this loss. My heart breaks for this entire family!

Mondayna Klepser Burke
(Scott Klepser's sister)

Angel Abshire

August 14, 2016

I met Jena at the 2016 In Loving Memory conference and she struck me as one of the nicest people. We were instant friends and I am proud to have called her my friend. May her soul rest and her heart be relieved to be with her family again.

Joyce Juhl

August 14, 2016

Rest in peace with your precious children.

Casi Besich

August 10, 2016

Jena, I will miss your laughter and light. May you rest in peace with your angels.

Casi B

August 10, 2016

Jena, I know you struggled to find meaning in your life and I was so sad to hear about your passing. I hope you are happy now and visiting with your angels. I will miss your laughter and light.

Bek Rebich

August 8, 2016

I was so very sad to hear of Jena's passing. I will always remember her as the laughing, dancing, precocious child who always had a million questions. My sincere sympathy to Don, Angela and the family. Requiem aeternam.

August 5, 2016

Jena, you are at peace now with all of your angels in heaven. Thank you for your friendship. You will be missed.
Maureen

August 4, 2016

Condolences to Jena's family. Sorry for your loss. 23 Psalms

Karen KarenRichards

August 2, 2016

Jena you're at peace now with all your girls
we had a lot of good times together you and me now you're in the Heavenly light . now enjoy dance with the angels and your girls. and if you see Tom give him a hug for me. my heart goes out to your dad and your sister

Karen

August 2, 2016

Jena you're at peace now with all your girls
we had a lot of good times together you and me now you're in the Heavenly light . now enjoy dance with the angels and your girls. and if you see Tom give him a hug for me. my heart goes out to your dad and your sister

F and G Rich

August 2, 2016

Our hearts go out to the family for your loss. May you draw close to God during this time and he will draw close to you.

August 1, 2016

I will miss Jenna. We always had interesting conversations via email, phone, letters and as we met at conferences.
She recently participated in our now childless conference in Fairfax, VA and was on a multiple loss panel. She had so much to offer to so many other bereaved parents.
I know she made some new friends at this gathering and I was hoping she could begin a new journey without so many problems.
Jenna will be missed by many of us.
Kay Bevington
Alive Alone, Inc.

debbie demauro

August 1, 2016

Condolences to the family. May she rest Peacefully

Mary Maertin

August 1, 2016

My heart breaks to hear of Jena's passing. I knew her through her volunteer work at the Mokena Chamber of Commerce years ago, and through St. Mary Church. She had a big heart, always a kind word to say, and her skills in massage therapy helped me get through a very stressful time in my life. She had more than her share of heartache in our world, and I trust that she's happily sitting with our Lord now.

Theresa Derbas

August 1, 2016

I'm so sorry for your loss and cant imagine how you feel. But I know she is dancing away up there. This was beautifully written. RIP Jena make you be at peace now.

Renee Posey

July 31, 2016

Jena you are in at peace now. You are with your children who you loved and missed so much. Together forever.

Donna Corrigan

July 31, 2016

Rest in peace Jena, surrounded by your beloved daughters.

Roisin O'Rourke

July 31, 2016

May Jena be resting in Peace surrounded by the hugs of all her loved ones in Heaven. May all those who knew her feel the strength of God's love knowing she is now with Him for eternity.

Barbara Cruise

July 31, 2016

May all who were touched by Jena's friendship, struggle, and caring in a private moment today, remember her spirit. Be at peace Jena, dear friend, and celebrate in the arms of our Lord, a never ending Love. Thanks for being a part of my life's journey. For allowing me to be a brief part of your life and story.

Denise Welby

July 30, 2016

With love will always remember how kind you were to me and Gavin and my sister Maggie my niece and nephew you are family to us and special to us forever and are thankful that you were in our lives we will miss you everyday and love you jena

George Ragusa

July 30, 2016

Jena Rest in peace

You are now with your beautiful children. No more suffering
You are safe in the arms of God.
It was a privilege knowing you at Bereaved Parents of the USA.

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