Jennifer Lynn Wake
April 14, 1983 - May 14, 2013
Obituary
STOUGHTON-Jennifer “Jenny” Wake-Stokstad, age 30, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, May 14, 2013, surrounded by her family. She was born on April 14, 1983, in Madison, the daughter of Diane Hill. Jenny graduated from Cambridge High School in 2001. Jennifer and Christian Stokstad devoted their lives together and were blessed with a son, Harvey. She was an avid Brewers fan and March of Dimes advocate, especially after her son’s birth. Jenny is survived by her mother, Diane Hill; stepfather, Bill Hill; father, Mark Wake; son, Harvey Jens Stokstad; life companion, Christian Stokstad; sisters, Becky Wake and Amanda Skaar; nephews, Landon, Blake, Brady, and Alex; grandma, Etta Hill; grandpa, Don Walter; grandparents, Jim and Carol Wake; Godfather, Lane Wake; Godmother, Debby Paape; and is further survived by many loving aunts, uncles, and cousins. She was preceded in death by her grandpa, Bob Hill; great-grandparents, Homer and Edna Wake and Les and Ruth Godding; and great-grandma, Josie Evenson. Funeral services will be held at OUR SAVIOUR’S LUTHERAN CHURCH, 1201 Droster Road, Madison, at 11 a.m. on Friday, May 17, 2013, with the Rev. Brad Homan presiding. Burial will be at Highland Memory Gardens. Visitation will be held at GUNDERSON EAST FUNERAL HOME, 5203 Monona Drive, Madison, from 5 p.m. until 8 p.m. on Thursday, May 16, 2013. A special thank you to UW Hospital, especially to the F65 staff at UW Hospital, Three Gaits, Community Living Alliance, Cip Kop, Jenna Fieser for her unconditional support, and all who provided physical therapy to allow Jenny to live life to her highest potential. Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com. Gunderson East Funeral & Cremation Care 5203 Monona Drive (608) 221-5420
Visitation will be held at GUNDERSON EAST FUNERAL HOME, 5203 Monona Drive, Madison, from 5 p.m. until 8 p.m. on Thursday, May 16, 2013.
Funeral services will be held at OUR SAVIOUR’S LUTHERAN CHURCH, 1201 Droster Road, Madison, at 11 a.m. on Friday, May 17, 2013, with the Rev. Brad Homan presiding.
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Sheena
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May you rest in peace Jenny :( You a
are an inspiration. I have truly loved the time we have spent together. I think of you often and always will... My condolence and prayers go to your family and loved ones...
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Linda McAllister
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My dearest Jen,
You will Forever be in our hearts. The many peoples lives you have touched are truly blessed to have known you. God has given you wings, giving you peace. I will love you always,
Aunt Linda
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Cyndi Olson
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Diane and family:
You are all in my thoughts and prayers during this very difficult time. Jenny was a wonderful person and will be remembered by many as a very courageous young woman.
Cyndi Olson
Loves Park IL
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Shaleatha Johnson
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Jenny was such a wonderful person I enjoyed our many conversation about Henry and life lesson she will truly be missed I pray God give you and your family strength in this time you are in my prayers
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Paula Brady
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You will be missed, Jenny-girl. You've touched so many lives with your beautiful spirit. I will miss your laugh and smiling face. Rest peacefully until we meet again.
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Jeri & Brian Boden
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Diane & Family. So very sorry for your loss. Jenny will be missed by many, but her memories and smile will last a forever. Hugs to all of you.