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Jennifer Schnitzka

February 15, 1955 - June 22, 2021
Visitation
Wisconsin Memorial Park Family Center
13037 West Capitol Drive
Brookfield, WI 53005
Thursday 7/22, 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
Service
Wisconsin Memorial Park Family Center
13037 West Capitol Drive
Brookfield, WI 53005
Thursday 7/22, 1:00 pm
Memorial

Flowers may be sent, or in lieu of flowers, donations to the Michael J Fox Parkinson’s foundation or the Multiple System Atrophy (MSA) alliance may be made.

Tuesday, June 22, 2021, Jennifer Schnitzka (nee Burke), loving wife and mother of two, passed away at the age of 66.

 

Jennifer was born on February 15, 1955, in Milwaukee, WI to Tom and Dorothy (Dole) Burke. She received her elementary education degree from the University of Wisconsin, Milwaukee. On July 7, 1979, she married Donald. They raised two daughters, Karen and Christine.

 

Jennifer had a passion for music and spending time with her family. One of her favorite ways to spend time with them was through cooking. She loved to put on music and cook up a storm with her daughters and later, her beloved grandson. She was a lifelong music lover, having started piano lessons as a child, she loved to still get a chance to play as an adult. She was known for her kindness, always willing to help someone in need.

 

Jennifer was preceded in death by her father, Tom, and her mother, Dorothy. She is survived by her husband Donald, her two children, Karen (Jesse) Roschyk, and Christine, her grandson Kayden, her siblings, and multiple cousins, nieces, and a nephew.

 

A memorial gathering will be held on Thursday, July 22, 2021, at the Wisconsin Memorial Park Family Center, 13037 West Capitol Drive, Brookfield, Wisconsin from 10:00 AM until 1:00 PM. Memorial Service will begin at 1:00 PM.

 

Flowers may be sent, or in lieu of flowers, donations to the Michael J Fox Parkinson’s foundation or the Multiple System Atrophy (MSA) alliance may be made.

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Visitation
Wisconsin Memorial Park Family Center
13037 West Capitol Drive
Brookfield, WI 53005
Map
Thursday 7/22, 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
Service
Wisconsin Memorial Park Family Center
13037 West Capitol Drive
Brookfield, WI 53005
Map
Thursday 7/22, 1:00 pm
Memorial

Flowers may be sent, or in lieu of flowers, donations to the Michael J Fox Parkinson’s foundation or the Multiple System Atrophy (MSA) alliance may be made.

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Tuesday, June 22, 2021, Jennifer Schnitzka (nee Burke), loving wife and mother of two, passed away at the age of 66.   Jennifer was born on February 15, 1955, in Milwaukee, WI to Tom and Dorothy (Dole) Burke. She received her elementary education degree from the University of Wisconsin, Milwaukee. On July 7, 1979, sheContinue Reading

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Kristy Regenfuss left a message on July 15, 2021:
I am completely honored that I had the privilege of knowing & working with Jenny. She was a beautiful person inside & out. She brought such a cheerful disposition to everyone she worked with. She would always bring the most delicious treats in to share with everyone & we would share recipes back & forth with each other. While on vacation recently, I specifically made her margarita pie, in her honor. I am forever grateful for knowing her & am appeased that she is no longer in pain. God Bless you Jenny. We will miss you greatly!
Christine Schnitzka left a message on July 7, 2021:
To the beautiful woman that I had the privilege of calling my mom- I couldn’t have asked for a better mom. For everything you did and gave not only me but everyone around you, your time. I miss you terribly and wish I could have another hug and hear you say everything is gonna be ok. Thank you for being an amazing grandma to Kayden and he truly misses his Nana. I hope that some day I’ll be as good of a mom as you were to Karen and I. I wish I could’ve taken this all away from you. But I’m glad you’re at peace and in a better place. I love you and thank you for everything and thank you for being the best mom a girl could ask for!!!
Melody Eiland left a message on June 29, 2021:
My heart has lost another piece. Jenny was such a wonderful person to work with and I will truly miss her and her sense of humor. I'm praying for the family just as I know that Jenny would always pray for mine. My Deepest Sympathy. Love, Melody Eiland
David A Habanek left a message on June 25, 2021:
Don, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Jenny was a rock in the old dispatch center. 17 years ago when I first started driving for Jacobus, I knew I could count on Jenny being there to help me. When I moved into the office she was right there again, to help me learn the ropes. It was an honor to have her as a co-worker and to be able to call her a friend. She’ll be missed but never forgotten, a truly kind and wonderful soul.
Joe and MK Piechura left a message on June 25, 2021:
Great memories of a super person. Will miss you smile and laugh.
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Karen Roschyk left a message on June 25, 2021:
I miss you mom. This is so hard without you. You were always there for us. I'm so grateful that we had the time we did. I'm so sorry that I couldn't do more, or fix this and make it better. You are so deeply missed. I am happy that you are finally at peace and can move around at will without hurting. You won't have to hear 'no' anymore.
Margaret Greis left a message on June 25, 2021:
Our deepest sympathy to Donald, Karen and Christine. Jenny was the kindest, most giving person ever. She truly was a wonderful wife, mother, cousin and friend to many. May she Rest in Peace.
Krause Funeral Home & Cremation Services left a message:
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
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