Jennifer Lynn Folks, 51 of Galena, IL went home to the Kingdom of Heaven on Tuesday, December 12, 2023, at Select Specialty Hospital, Madison, WI. A funeral mass will be held at 11 AM, Monday, December 18, 2023, at St. Mary’s Catholic Church, Galena. Friends may call after 10 AM, on Monday at the church until the time of mass. The burial will be in the church cemetery. The Furlong Funeral Chapel, Galena is assisting the family. She was born April 21, 1972, in Galena the daughter of Gaylon and Linda (Ley) Folks. Jennifer, or Jenny as she liked to be called, was a kindhearted soul full of warmth and caring. After graduating from Galena High School in 1991, Jenny attended Highland Community College and later became a Certified Nursing Assistant in the State of Illinois. For many years of her adult life, Jenny battled many illnesses which she shouldered with courage and fortitude. Even though she was often in pain she always shared a smile and a kind word with people she encountered in her day-to-day life. Jenny enjoyed reading novels, especially mystery stories. Jenny was an avid collector of Pandora charms and bracelets, Tinkerbell figurines, and Jim Shore statuettes. Jenny was a generous gift-giver, who had a good heart and thoughtfulness for others. Early on in her adult life, before her many illnesses, Jenny worked with the elderly as a CNA, a position which she poured her heart into. Jenny’s love was not limited to family and friends but to her beloved dogs, Roxie Rose, and Martha May. Surviving are her parents, Gaylon and Linda, her brother, Casey (Jennifer Cilino) Folks, a niece, Kayleigh Folks, numerous close friends of special mention, Terry, Janice, and Natalie Ricke, Tom, and Mary Peters, along with other people Jenny held dear to her heart. She was preceded in death by maternal grandparents, Harold and Dorothy Ley, paternal grandparents, George and Edna Folks, and great aunt and uncle, Vince (Mary) Kirpes. The family would like to especially thank the Emergency Room staff of Midwest Medical Center, the ICU staff of Mercy One, the ICU staff of UW Madison, and the medical staff of Select Specialty Hospital in Madison.
Jennifer Lynn Folks
So sorry for your loss.
So sorry for your loss. Thinking of you and keeping you in our prayers.
Dear Linda and Gaylon,
We are so sorry to hear of the passing of your daughter Jenny. Bruce and I know the pain of losing a child. Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers.
So sorry for your loss.
Please accept my deepest sympathies. She was a sweet girl, with a big heart. I remember when she was a CNA when my mother was in the nursing home. A beautiful soul. My heart breaks for the family.
Dear Linda and Gayon,
I don’t know if you will remember me, but I used to work with Linda in the school district. My name was Barb Small, but I have remarried, and my last name is now Pfeiler. I was so saddened to read of Jenny’s passing. I remember how much you talked about your children as we worked together, Linda. I always thought they were such great kids. You and Gaylon were always such wonderfully supportive parents to them. I just wanted to send you my sympathies, as I remember Jenny as I worked with you in Galena. It looks like she lived a life that made a positive difference to those around her. I know she will be missed, but what a wonderful spot she held in this world while she was here. Thinking of you and your family.
Barb Small Pfeiler
Please accept our deepest condolences. Larry and Sylvia Vogeler
Our deepest condolences to you in the tragic loss of your daughter, Jenny. Our thoughts & prayers are with you during this difficult time. May God enfold you with his comfort, strength & peace.
Modesta (Moe) Doser Alt & LeRoy Alt
Gaylon – very sorry to read about the loss of your daughter Jennifer. You have my sympathy. Stan Gassmann {John Deere)
So sorry for your loss of your beautiful daughter,Jennifer.Your in our thoughts and prayers. Dale & BeAnn Diskin. ✨🙏