Jeanne A. Schoenrock, of Galena, IL, passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday, June 10, 2025, after a long and fulfilling life that spanned nearly 93 years. A memorial service for family and close friends will be held in Chicago at a later date. The Furlong Funeral Chapel in Galena is assisting the family. Jeanne was born and raised in Chicago to John and Mary Bachanowski. She attended Catholic schools and church. She married the boy next door and had three children. Grandma Jeanne will be remembered as an extremely kind and generous woman, known for her wisdom and wit. Her family and friends meant everything to her, and she will be deeply missed by all who shared time and created memories with her. She is survived by her son Brian and his wife Lisa, their children Zachary, Alison (Shawn), and Forest (Lily), as well as her other grandchildren Kris, Nicholas (Tracy), Maria (Joe), Justin (Danielle), and Anna. She is also survived by her great-grandchildren Brianna, Gabriella, Gabriel, Joseph, Sofia, Vincent, John, Anthony, Celeste, Phoenix, Juliana, Cameron, her niece Debbie (Gene) and their son Lucas, her nephew John (Karin), daughter-in-law Debbie, and many dear friends and extended family. Jeanne was preceded in death by many friends, her parents, her in-laws Otto and Marion, her husband Robert, whom she was married to for 30 years, his younger brother Donald, her daughter Lynn, her son Bruce, and her younger brother Casey and his wife Lois. The family wishes to express their gratitude to Hospice of Dubuque for their outstanding care and compassion during Jeanne’s final weeks. Sympathy cards may be mailed to Brian Schoenrock, 9600 W. Buckhill Road, Galena, IL, 61036.
Jeanne Schoenrock
I will miss my mother-in-law and DEAREST friend. But, I will ALWAYS treasure and cherish the
memories, that I have, and will ALWAYS have of her. It is because of her, I am part of this Loving Family.
Her Wonderful family members and many, many friends, have been waiting a long time to be
together again with her, and she was ready for that Glorious Reunion in Heaven on June 10th.
Thank you Mom for ALWAYS being here for me, and ALL of us!! What a Magnificent Legacy
you and Bob have created!! I will miss you sooo much!!!
All My Love, Debbie (and Luna too 🙂 )
Like my sister-in-law Debbie, Jeanne made my life complete by introducing me to her son Brian and welcoming me into the family. All the times she supported the five of us by showing up for performances and concerts, and caring for the children while Brian and I took vacations, we are eternally grateful. All the Christmas Eve dinners she prepared and presents she gave, and the carols we sung together, we will always remember. Jeanne was a rock for many, and she will always be remembered for her great love of family and friends. It was a pleasure caring for her at the end, and God bless her she appreciated it and told us so. Love you, Jeanne.
Jeanne was a first cousin to my dad through his mother’s side, and as an adult I got to meet her and enjoy getting together with her at cousin get-togethers at the Old Warsaw and later other restaurants when we came to Chicago. She was always a strong, cheerful and positive lady. I will always remember and will miss getting her religious Christmas cards which always had some scene from the Nativity on them. She was a joy to know here and I’m sure her cheerful bright presence is being enjoyed again in Heaven.
Jeanne was a first cousin to my dad through his mother’s side, and as an adult I got to meet her and enjoy getting together with her at cousin get-togethers at the Old Warsaw and later other restaurants when we came to Chicago. She was always a strong, cheerful and positive lady. I will always remember and will miss getting her religious Christmas cards which always had some scene from the Nativity on them. She was a joy to know here and I’m sure her cheerful bright presence is being enjoyed again in Heaven.
I so enjoyed living across the street from the Schoenrocks in Schiller Park. What a great family. Jeanne lived a long life. Condolences to the family.
Carol Novak White
So many memories growing up.