"Jon, James and Justin I am so sorry that I did not know your Mom passed when she did. Jean and I talked many times on the phone and I enjoyed her company on several occasions. It is never too late to send love to the people who meant so much to her and that would be you guys and your families."
In loving memory of
Jean Ann Pestel
January 18, 1943 - December 25, 2013
Jean Pestel, 70, of Glenwood, passed away on December 25, 2013 at Jennie Edmundson Hospital in Council Bluffs. Funeral services will be at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, December 31, 2013 at Loess Hills Funeral Home in Glenwood. Visitation will be on Monday, December 30, 2013 from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the funeral home. Burial will be at the Glenwood Cemetery.
Memorials: Glenwood Public Library
Jean Ann Vohs, daughter of Christian Henry and Nora Ann (Stille) Vohs, was born on January 18, 1943 in Council Bluffs. She attended Glenwood schools graduating in the Class of 1961. Following graduation she attended Nebraska Wesleyan where she received a B.A. degree in Education. She started teaching the 2nd grade at Birch Crest Elementary in Bellevue, Nebraska. She was blessed to raise three boys, Jon Allan, James Christian, and Justin Gene. Her boys were the light of her life.
Jean enjoyed doing ceramics and even taught some classes. She loved to travel and some of her favorite places she went were Alaska, Japan, northeastern and northwestern parts of the United States. Most of all she loved being a mother to her boys and especially loved to be grandma to her 11 grandchildren.
Jean is survived by her sons, Jon (Dr. Jennifer Jenson) Pestel, James Pestel, Justin Pestel; grandchildren, Caitlin, Colton, Christian, Curtis, Cora, Jacob, Lucas, Shelby, Kylie, Reese, and Emily; other relatives and a host a very special friends.
Jean is preceded in death by her parents, Christian and Nora.
Tributes
"We were neighbors for 40 years. I watched the boys grow up, marry and become the men they are today. Jean and I were in Scouts, Band Parents and just about anything there was. We would go for 2-3 mile walks and then stop at the Dairy Queen for our treat. She was a great lady and I will truly miss her. When we moved to the farm, we didn't see each other as much but did see her a few weeks ago Christmas shopping. I am sincerely sorry for your loss Jon, James and Justin. Love to all of you and remember all the memories.
Jean & Al Wiles Plattsmouth, NE"
"My sympathies go out to you! I work with Jean at Target. She was very caring and a joy to be around! Always had a smile on her face and willing to help anyway she could! She will be greatly missed! Go with God Jean!"
"Jean and I went to country school together as the only 2 in our grade. We had some fun times walking to and from school and also at the Nebraska State fair almost every year. Our hearts go out to all of you. I know she will be greatly missed."
"I'm sending my love to you and your family. "
"I really enjoyed working with Jean at Target. She always greeted me with a smile. Thoughts and prayers to the family"
"To Jeans family. My heart goes out to u all. Jean was such a neat woman and she truly will be missed. I enjoyed working with her at target and always knew how to make me smile. May God bless u during this time and give u peace knowing she is in a wonderful place"
"Will never forget all the fun closings with Jean at Target! She was such an awesome person that will truly be missed!!!! My thoughts and prayers are with her sons and her grandchildren!!!!"
"I have known Jean for over 21 years met her at the old Plattsmouth High School which is now the Middle School. She always welcomedme with a hug and a hello and good bye you will be missed friend. Rest in Peace with the Lord."
"Jon, James and Justin, I am sorry to hear of your moms passing. I have wonderful memories of working with her at Target. She was the best! Thinking and praying for your family"
"Jean and Linda (Clay) Marshall introduced me to my wife to be. The boating outing on Lake Manawa was very enjoyable !"