Jacquelyn "Jackie" Wooldridge

With heavy hearts, we announce that Jacquelyn "Jackie" Wooldridge of Henderson joined the angels on August 15th, 2024. Born on April 22, 1938, in Decatur, IL, She brought light and love to everyone she met. She later moved to Dixon, IL, where she attended Dixon High School and met her soulmate, Bernard "Jerry" Wooldridge. They married on July 22, 1956, beginning a beautiful journey together that led them to Henderson, NV, in 1966.

Upon arriving in Henderson, she worked as a teller at Bank of Nevada before embarking on a new adventure in real estate in 1974. Her fierce determination blossomed into a successful career, and in 1987, she co-founded Century 21 JR Realty with Rosa Herwick.

Jackie’s presence was a gift to her community. She was an active and cherished member of PEO, BMWGA, Treasurer of the Board of Realtors, and a leader of her daughter’s Girl Scout Troop. Her passions for shopping, golfing, traveling, knitting, and spending time with friends brought joy to everyone around her. She had a way of making every moment special, filling the lives of those she loved with laughter and kindness.

Jackie’s life was a testament to love and devotion, qualities she shared with her family and friends. She is deeply missed by her husband, Jerry, who was her constant companion and greatest love. Her children, June (Jeff) Zabriskie and John (Brittany) Wooldridge, along with her eight grandchildren and six great-grandchildren, will forever carry her memory in their hearts.

Though she was preceded in death by Allen and Juanita Whitmer, Martha Boos, and Janet Wooldridge, her spirit lives on in the countless lives she touched.

We will gather to celebrate Jackie’s beautiful life on August 26th at 9am at Palm Mortuary, 800 S. Boulder Hwy, Henderson, NV, Reception will follow at 12:30 at Ventano’s. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to PEO Scholarships: Cottey College Endowment Fund, 3700 Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA 50312, or Three Square Meals. Jackie’s loving spirit will continue to guide and inspire us all. Her presence will be missed beyond words, but her love will remain with us always.