Darling Jeanette, so crazy, so fearless, so full of life, so kind, so generous with your time and thoughts for others.  We were so lucky to have fun in the sun with you and Lou Lou in Portugal, Fort Lauderdale and London.  I will never forget you taking me and Jack Jack easter shopping - so kind of you - and the Angel of God frame you gifted to us, it sits in Jack's nursery.  We miss you very much but look forward to more times with your lovely hubby.  May you be loved, may you be safe, may you have peace.  All our love.  Lucy, Gordon, Jack and Maggie xxxx

To the Family,
My condolences for your lost of a wife, mother, grandmother,  aunt sister and daughter. I worked with Jeanette and she was always joyful despite any challenges even to the point of providing encouragement of book of poems. She seemed to always know what was needed. Always hold the memories of her love.

I am so sorry to have missed the funeral but another friend was gravely ill and just admitted to a hospital in Coral Springs so I needed to go there. Jeanette was one of the bravest people that I have know. I will never forget her courage and all of the fond memories. She was a great example for all of us.   Mollie Meyers

To the whole family:

I worked with Jeanette when I was in Special Review.  She was such a sweat person with a warm sense of humor.  I have thought about her often wondering how she was doing.  It's a sad day knowing that she's gone.  My condolences to the whole family on your loss.

JEANETTE WAS A SWEET PERSON. WHEN SHE CAME TO DALLAS SHE WANTED TO MEET ME. SHE SAID I HAD TO MEET YOU BECAUSE YOU DON'T HAVE A PROBLEM SENDING MY CASES BACK IF THERE WAS A PROBLEM ON THEM. SHE LAUGH SO HARD ... IT TOLD HER JUST DOING MY JOB...DON'T TAKE IT PERSONALLY. SHE WILLTRULY BE MISSED. MAY GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY. CAROLYN JOHNSON (DALLAS TEXAS)

Dear family,
Sorry for your loss.  I met Jeanette in a training class that she and I attended.  She was one of the nicest and caring person I met when I first started in EO. My prayers are with the family and her husband.

Jeanette was one of the instructors I had when I started in EP.   She was very kind and down to earth in that class.   In fact, it was in that class, that she had to leave for exploratory surgery regarding her cancer that she was able to get through.   I remember seeing her in Florida when I visited my parents once.  She was very friendly and out going, even though she had the nasty cancer surgery.   Believe me, I will miss her.

Dear Louis, We're so very sorry to hear of Jeanette's passing. She was such a vibrant, fun person but also caring, spiritual and thoughtful. We were privileged to spend time with you both here and in Portugal. Such lovely memories. Our thoughts are with you. Hugs & love, Jean & David xx

Dear Luis, we fondly remember Jeanette's warmth & passion for life.Thinking of you & your family at this very difficult time.
 Ian & Maura (Nestleton,Ontario }

I spent thirty- three years at the IRS and can truthfully say I never met a warmer, more caring, courageous, smart or funny person than Jeanette.  I retired in 2006 and live rather far away and thus had lost touch.  This is not to say Jeanette did not hold a special place in my heart and evoke fond memories of our working together.  Condolences to her loving family.

It was truly a pleasure meeting Jeanette and you Louie last year when I went to Ft. Lauderdale with Joey and Paula. I share in your sadness as you remember Jeanette, today. She was truly a wonderful and special person. I am so sorry for the lost and send you and your sons healing thoughts. (Manny, NYC)

Jeanette was one of those special people who treated you like an old friend from the moment you met her. We loved her for her sunny personality, upbeat spirit, and seemingly limitless reserve of personal strength and fortitude. We will remember Jeanette with a smile, with so many happy memories of her laughing and dancing at parties. Our thoughts and prayers are with Lou and family. We will miss her dearly.
Love,
John and Sharon

Dear Lou, Our heart, love, and prayers go out to you and the family. Jeanette always seemed to warm up a room with her smile, wit, and positive attitude. We will alway remember her.

One of my special memories of Jeanette was when Bill and I put our 16th Street home on the market and Jeanette and Alberta Gates brought us Saint Joseph and the petition to the saint set forth in The Way of St. Joseph. It was then that I caught a glimpse of her deep faith. We buried the tiny statue of St. Joseph near our front door. And with deep reverence Jeanette said a beautiful prayershe didn't read itit came straight from her heart. She asked for help, believed that God would intercede, and it was clear that she trusted in him. At the end of her prayer she said, My God's will be done. I think that is how she lived her life, became a survivor, defied the odds, and continued to give us all gifts to the very end.

That little figurine is on our mantle here in Mobile, Alabama. It' reminds us of the blessings of life. It reminds us of Jeanette. She is a part of our home and the peace and love within. She is always with us in our hearts.

Jeanette Checchia
A loving mother 
A heart of gold
A courageous fighter with a God-loving soul
A person of beautyboth outside and within
A soulmate for Lou
Our dear 16th Street friend
Thank you for your joy and love, your impeccable style and grace.
Your life was an accomplishment,
And you leave this world a much better place.

Darling Louie,

We are devastated that Jeanette has passed but we are happy she is no longer in pain.

Jeanette, you were and will always be one of the most wonderful, dynamic, strong, positive, amazing women we have ever had the honour to know. 

You lit up a room everywhere you went. We love you and in the words of Max, "see you in a while, party in Heaven."

Fly high with the angels beautiful lady.

We love you, Kate, Ian, Max & Grace xxxx

May Jeanette rest in peace...  She was such a light of hope and determination for those of us on 16 Street. Her smile was infectious.  So many great memories.  Luis and the boys, my heart goes out to you... She will be missed.  Brian

Dear Luis and Sons, my heart is broken, she was my sister in Christ we share so much together at work and home during our work time together we pray each morning for the Lord to guide us, but our special pray is  The Jabez Prayer 1 Chronicles 4:10.   My God bless you all  amen

Dearest Jeanette
You were the most vibrant, happy person and brought joy and light into the lives of everyone you met.  We have the happiest memories of our times together over so many years.  You will be deeply missed by all of us, but especially Lou and your family.  We shall do everything we can to support them.  Rest peacefully beautiful lady.  Our prayers are with you and your family.
Love you! Your dear friends, Jenny and Alan xx

Dear Luis, Danny, Bryan & Michael my mom and I are so sorry for the loss of your Wife and Mother. My cousin Jeanette was a wonderful person and she will be greatly missed, may Jeanette be the angle in your heart until the day that you will see her again, our prayers go out to you and all in your circle I wished that I had spent more time with her. Jeanette will be forever in our hearts, with deep love from Aunt Carmen, cousins Robert, Harry, Michael and Edward Borges Always think of agreat memory of Jeanette.

Dear Lou and family, 
Jeanette was such a lovely and special person. Meeting the two of you through Bill and Richard as well as Jenny and Alan was very special. My heart goes out to all of you. Her memory will always bring a smile to my face, especially on New Year's Eve, and she will always have a special place in my heart.

Dear Luis and sons, we are so sorry for your loss. She will be missed deeply and will always be in our prayers and our hearts. Zeca, Marilia, Robert, Lucas, Tina and Dirce.

Dear  Lou,
We are deeply saddened by your loss.  We have the fondest memories of Jeanette and you as we met through Jenny and Alan many years ago and had such fun times together.  You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Sending healing love to you all from Janice and Michael.  God Bless you all

OBITUARY

Jeanette Checchia

September 13, 1953 – February 3, 2017

Kraeer-Fairchild Funeral Home & Cremation Center

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