Jacalyn "Jackie" (Jenneke) Caron

She is preceded in death by her father, Melvin Jenneke. Survived by long- time companion, Charles (Chuck) Justice and mother Georgia Jenneke of Coon Rapids; sister Jeanne (Larry) Kopis of Elk River; nieces and nephews Brad (Val) Kopis, Brenda (Jason Schake) Morine, Brian Kopis; great nieces and nephews Adam, Daniel, Deanna, Javin, Isabelle, Jade and Connor. Also in mourning are her Aunts Maxine Penny (Glendale, AZ, Marilyn Hahn (Riverton, WY), Bonnie (Doug) Walker (Morganton, NC along with many cousins, friends and her cute little dog Scooter. Special thanks to all who helped in her journey; Maria (Tim) Boyd, Mary Ann (Jerry) Hobbs, Donna Miskowiec, Judy (Sig) Obright, VA Hospital in Minneapolis, St. Croix Hospice as well as family and friends.

Jackie graduated from Coon Rapids High School and earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Physical Education at Bemidji State University where she received sports recognition both in field and ice hockey. Her team was inducted into the Athletic Hall of Fame for their all-time winning record in field hockey. After graduation she enlisted in the Army and attained the rank of Staff Sergeant and remained in the National Guard until her retirement in 1999. As a committed soldier she earned many commendations for her discipline and dedication. Jackie’s home was in Fifty Lakes where she enjoyed hunting, fishing, 4 wheeling, snowmobiling and spending time with those she loved.

~Visitation~

Monday, June 29th from 5-8 pm

GEARHART FUNERAL CHAPEL

11275 Foley Boulevard NW

Coon Rapids, Minnesota

Visitation also one hour prior to Mass.

~Mass of Christian Burial~

Tuesday, June 30th at 10:00 am

Church of St. Timothy

707 89th Avenue NE

Blaine, Minnesota

~ Interment~

Wednesday, July 1st at 1:30

Ft. Snelling National Cemetery

Minneapolis, Minnesota