Jennifer Engelhardt Obituary

It is almost a year - where has that time gone? When people tell you "it gets better", they do not know what they are speaking of. Such a happening in one's life does not "get better", it only changes. And it will keep on changing as time passes. There are those that will always remember you and your family, even though you may not hear from them - take strength from these people, for you shall always be in their thoughts, and in their prayers. God's Blessings and Peace to you, her mother, father, and daughter! Judith Ann Drong

I was saddened to read the UBPN Outreach memorial. My deepest condolences and sympathy to Jennifer's loved ones. She was a bright and shining star here on earth and now she will brighten the heavens forever.

I am very sorry to hear about your daughter. Jennifer and I went to high school together. Jen was a kind and gentle soul.

I knew Jen from high school, too. My prayers are with her family.

To Jennifer's family. We want to express our deepest sympathies on the passing of a dear young woman. We met Jennifer through the brachial plexus computer message boards. She was quite the advocate for our little children. She was always encouraging others. Know that she is now at a better place interceding for all of us. Peace and blessings...

Peyton,
I'm so sorry for your loss, you have a special guardian angel to watch over you forever. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Your Daycare Buddies at Zoriada's
Mark and Jake Garza

I went to high school with Jen. I am terribly saddened to hear of her passing. I will keep her family in my prayers.

You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Jennifer, you will never know how much you meant to me and my family. After you were diagnosed with that awful diesease you never lost hope and fought the hardest you could with that amazing bright smile always on your face. You are an inspiration to many. You were the best aunt anyone could ask for and the greatest mother for Peyton who everyone knows was the love of your life. I will never forget you and the times we had together whether it was as a family or just as us being freinds you will live on forever in my heart. Donna Engelhardt Nass

With deepest sympathy and prayers for Jen's family. I only had the privilege of knowing Jen through Young Survivor's Coalition, where her gentle personality and kindness positively impacted the lives of many.

I meet Jennifer online-right after my son and Peyton were born, both with Brachial Plexus Injusries, I meet her four year later at an outreach at Easter Seals and immediately knew what a warm and caring person she was, she not only fought for her daughter,Peyton but for all children with Brachial Plexus Injuries. She was os positive and upbeat and I know she fought hard to overcome her cancer, she is now at peace without pain. I know that her and my mother will meet and my son and Peyton will have more people watching over them from above. My deepest sympathy to you all !!!!

Gayle and Dave Olson
and Brandon

Rest In Peace now Jennifer. I know you are welcomed at Heaven's Gate with "Well Done Good and Faithful Servant, Come In To Your Place Here You Richly Deserve"

I knew Jen along with Robbie and Jane.

Jen will always be thought of with much love. She was always there for me when I needed her the most.

I am sending my prayers and sympathies to her parents, Peyton and family.

Uncle Ron and Aunt Joanne,

I am so sorry to hear about Jennifer. I haven't seen her in years but have many smiles when I remember little Jennifer during Friday night poker games with you guys, Mom, Dad, Uncle Artie and Momma Flo. You are in my thoughts.

I am saddened to hear of Jen’s passing. I worked with Jen at Wendy’s back in High school. We had lost touch but I heard of her passing thru a mutual friend. Jen was very out going and friendly and she will be missed. My heart goes out to her family especially her daughter.

Jennifer Showers-Gintvainis

Jen was a courageous fighter and an inspiration to all, she will be truly missed. I pray for comfort for her family, friends and all of her loved ones. Jen is now at peace, without pain; with the angels.

Jennifer is in Good Hands now - Our Lord's! Plus, she is enjoying some of my Aunt Estelle's homemade cooking up there in heaven! Aunt Estelle so loved Jennifer - that is all I ever heard about!!!!! Rest assured that Auntie Estelle is taking excellent care of Jennifer! While you were on this side saying "farewell, until we meet again", there were others, like Auntie Estelle saying, "welcome home Jennifer, welcome home!"

I am sorry to hear about Jen's passing. My thought prayers are with you and your family always.Jen was such a fighting for herself and her daughter (Peyton).

Jen was a dear friend of my sister, Robbie. Although I never met her, I felt like I knew Jen just from all the great things my sister would say about her. My prayers are with your family and little Peyton.
God bless!!

I'm so sorry for your tremendous loss of such a special woman. Jennifer was such a sweetheart and cared so much for her family. My heart goes out to Peyton, Declan, and all of Jen's family and friends. You are in my thoughts and prayers in these hard days.

Dear Joe and Family,

So very sorry to hear of your loss. Gone way too soon. May peace of mind and heart find you soon. I remember her fondly and friendly.

Always,
Judy Baranowsky

I am so sorry for your loss. Jennifer was a passionate advocate for her daughter and the things she believed in. My heart goes out to your entire family. Know you are in many prayers throughout the coming weeks. (Ohio)

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

Ron and Joanne,
I want to extend my deepest condolences in your loss of Jeniffer. May you find God's presence with you as you journey through the time of grief.
Gail

I am devastated by the loss of Jennifer.She was a wonderful mother, daughter & friend.She took this illness & said " I have a lot of living to do yet" She fought till the end. I will miss her spirt & zest for life.She will be forever be on my mind & in my heart.I Love You Jen!

Words do not seem enough to express all that my heart is feeling. I will start with saying that I was lucky enough to have known Jennifer for about 10 years. I was welcomed into her home during that time, and we supported each other through many of life's trials. She was always so concerned with how I was doing when my husband was diagnosed with MS. She often told me that I needed to take care of me. Always thinking of other people. What a wonderful legacy. I will miss my friend--the one who would make me go into fits of laughter from her texts she sent me at work, the one who cried with me in July, knowing full well it would most likely be the last time we would be together in this life. To Peyton: Sweetie, I am so very sorry for your loss. I am here whenever you need me. Promise. You are the most wonderful kid and your mom was so very, very proud of you. She loved you beyond measure. To all of Jen's family: We are so sorry for your loss and will continue to pray for you all as you journey through this time in your lives. Jen was so lucky to have you all.

I met Jennifer at the Avon Walk for Breast Cancer in 2006. She was in the Avon Mini Walks Team of which I was the National Captain.

I was struck by her strength and resilience. She had a positive outlook in life I had never seen before, even amongst other cancer survivors.

My condolences to her family. I know how much you will miss her because I already do.

I am devastated to learn of Jen's passing. For years we were waiting room buddies while our daughters attended their brachial plexus therapy sessions.We talked about everything under the sun and knew each others trials and tribulations. In all the discussions about Jen's situation, she was always positive and never felt sorry for herself.She taught me, whether she knew it or not, to enjoy the moment and appriciate the good things in my life. When my daughter Christina was born with brachial plexus injury, I searched for answers and direction to no avail. I happened upon the BPI support group that Jen headed.She took the time and answered all my questions. If she didn't know the answer she made sure she found out for me. She was a shining light in what was a truly dark period of my life. My daughter would not be the beautiful young lady she is today without Jen, and for that I will be eternally grateful.My sympathy goes out to Jen's family and friends but mostly to Peyton. If you don't know now, you will learn some day of all the children and families your mother helped in a positive way. Rest in peace my friend, I will miss you and never ever forget you.

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

I've only known Jennifer through the law firm of Dixon for almost 1 year. She was always on top of things. She would e-mail me right away. She has been in our prayers and will be in our prayers with her family and co-worker from Dixon Law Firm. I t was a pleasure talking with her.

Jennifer was a fighter she was not letting this awful disease take over her life. I remember when Jen was diagnosed she immediately became a warrior looking for ways to help others, The Avon Walk for Breast Cancer was one of her causes. When she asked me to walk I said yes immediately not even knowing what I was saying yes to! I have done that walk three times now. Twice with Jen- the first time we walked she had just finished treatment two days prior and she was not letting that keep her from walking and raising money to find a cure. I remember how tough it was on her body yet she kept on going. I feel blessed to have known her since she was 15. I was there when she gave birth to Peyton. Another event that brought Jennifer to help others with the Brachial Plexus Organization.I was honored when she asked me to be Peyton's God mother. My heart breaks that we have lost someone who has touched the lives of so many. We must all help Peyton to keep the memory of Jennifer. My love and prayers to all of Jennifers family, friends and those she touched thru her volunteer efforts. I still can't believe it is true and she is gone. I know my Mom and her are together now.

My heart goes out to Jen's familily in this time of sorrow. Jen was one of the most positive people I've ever met. I'm glad to have known her. She will definitely be missed.

I first met Jen in a small room at Christ Hospital about 8 years ago while discovering our daughter's were born with the same birth injury. Ever since that day Jen has done wonders in promoting awareness of brachial plexus injuries. She was the strongest women I have ever come across. I prayer for her family that they may find comfort in the fact that she is no longer suffering and I prayer for Peyton that she holds her mother's memories in her heart forever. You'll be missed Jen.

Kathy O'Rourke
Chicago

Jennifer was a dear friend for about 10 years---and I am glad she was in my life SO glad she was in my life. I will cherish her memory and keep her alive in my heart. She was a fighter and is truly an inspiration to all, ,my prayers and love go to everyone in Jens family, she will be alive in my heart or all she touched.... forver.....Love you friend, walk with my sister in heaven. I will miss you........XO

Ron and Joann,

Our deepest sympathy to you at this time of sorrow.

You are in our thoughts and prayers

My prayers go out to her family. I know this road was tough, but I hope you can find some comfort that Jen is now at peace and cancer-free. There were so many good memories, she will always have a special place in my heart.

Aunt JoAnn and Uncle Ron,
There are no words to express how deeply sorry we are of your loss. Jen in now your guardian angel and will always be with you. She was a dream come true as a daughter and a Idol as a mother. She will be missed dearly. She is resting peacefully now.
Love,
Shirley

I struggle to find the right words to say. Jen will be missed. She made such an impact on the lives of her friends! She was such a strong and positive woman. My heart goes out to her entire family. Peyton, I hope you always remember how much your mom loved you! You were her entire world. Mr. & Mrs. Ehardt, she always said how grateful and lucky she was to have you for parents. She knew that no matter what you were dealing with, you would drop everything to help her. It breaks my heart to have to say goodbye to her. May my beautiful friend (with that gorgeous smile) rest in peace.

JENNIFER WAS THE DAUGHTER OF MY DEAREST FRIENDS RONALD AND JOANN. BUT, SHE WAS MUCH MORE THAN THEIR DAUGHTER. SHE WAS MY DEAR FRIEND TOO. I WILL MISS HER VERY MUCH.
MYRNA ADAMS