Jackie A. Henke
August 6, 1949 - June 1, 2010

"To the Henke family, We are sorry to hear of the lose of Jackie. She is such a wonderful person. Growing up in a small town and being friend's with Tim for so many years I got to see Jackie alot and spend time over at your house. I can't remember a time when she was not at a little league game cheering Tim on. As all of us got older spent more and more time over at your house. From having ridiculously large fires in the backyard to playing the card game high low on the kitchen table. We would always play with quarters, or as Jackie called it her laundry money. She would say I am not going to be able to do laundry this week if I lose. Even when she had a sure winning hand she still would not bet it all. She would just wanted to spend time with Tim and his friend's. She always made sure that I was well taken care of when I came over. She always made sure that there were plenty of cookies in the house. She didn't need to force me to eat any of them. I was happy to eat them, and of course I always ate too many. She is such a wonderful person, mother and grandmother. We are going to miss her alot. Thanks for all the wonderful memories Jackie. Rest in Peace."

"I am so sorry to hear about your loss. Jackie always had such a great sense of humor and you were never sure what she was going to do next, because she could really come up with the pranks! i know Jackie's greatest love was her family. i remember when Doug came home from the Navy and surprised Jackie at work, I don' think he could have made her any happier except when Mason came into the picture! God bless you all!"

"I'm so sorry for your lose. My thoughts and prayers are with you"

"God must have needed Jackie in heaven to bring joy to all of her family that proceeded her in death. I am so sad although, to see her gone but she is in a better place as we all know. I have 2 stories to share. One about her father and his antics and one about her sharing her bed one evening along with her husband. A long time ago my family went to her parents home and as usual we were having a wonderful time. Uncle Mel asked my brother Kim to help him get his shoe off. Yup, the bad one. So Kim pulled and pulled and finally the leg came off into his hands. Uncle Mel Said "You didn't have to pull it that hard. The leg was in Kims hands and he nearly fainted. Auntie Audrey told Mel that it just wasn't funny. Kim has never forgotten that trama in life. The other story was when I worked with Jackie at Camera Arts and she offered for me to stay at their house and then we could ride together the next morning. It started out to be a wonderful evening until the MOUSE came out of it's hiding and scampered right past me. I told them that I just had to go home. Mice were not my favorite of rodents. They talked me into sleeping in their bed. I agreed and then my humor came back. I said that they needed to find another man to join us as I felt like it was a scene from Bob, Ted, Carol and Alice. The three of us finally fell asleep and Jackie and I left for work in the morning. (Talk about sharing:) I know that she will be terribly missed here on earth, but just remember that she is truly in a better place. I hear that there isn't a recession going on up there:) So I hope this letter brings a little bit of comfort to those that loved her."

"My memories of Jackie at Riverside Electronics is that Jackie introduced the whole department to "cake mix cookies". She would concoct all sorts of varieties and bring them to work so we could sample all of them, and of course, we all fell in love with them. To this day, this is the only way I make cookies. She was funny and fun loving. She treated everyone with kindness and respect. My sympathies on your loss of a great lady."

"There are just too many things there couldn't possibly be enough room to fit a life time in that I've shared with my Aunt! So, I will try my best in a few words of remembrance of my wonderful Auntie Jackie! She was like a mother to all those around her. She taught me the importance of respect and value of your family! I remember making the mistake once, but only once of calling her imformally "Jackie" Nope, It's Auntie Jackie! I didn't exactly understand as I do now that even in something so simple as how we address eachother was showing our respect in our elders. It was in this way and many others she helped those around her to being a better person. She could always be counted on to let us know, whether we liked it or not, if we were stepping out of line, I will always admire her bravery and straightforwardness if only we could all be as honest. She was like a mother to all those around her. She installed manners in us to help contstruct us into becoming respectable adults! I now have passed that same concept into my own son so that he may also benefit from Auntie Jackie's teachings! I will forever miss you! Love your Amandalynn!"

"I DONT EVEN KNOW HOW TO START THIS JACKIE WAS MORE THAN A SISTER IN LAW MORE LIKE SISTER A VERY GOOD FRIEND I KNEW WHEN WE WOULD GO THERE WE WERE STAYING WITH TERRY AND JACKIE SHE WOULD ALWAYS MAKE ALL THE FOOD I LIKE WE WOULD TALK FOR HRS I WILL MISS YOU VERY MUCH EVEN IF WE DIDNT SEE EACH OTHER THAT OFTEN I KNEW SHE WAS THERE AND IF I NEEDED TO TALK I COULD CALL HER I LOVED YOU VERY MUCH YOU MADE ME LOOK AT MY LIFE AND SEE WHAT I REALLY WANTED AND FIGHT FOR IT I WILL NEVER FORGET YOU YOU WILL NEVER BE FORFOTEN AND ALWAYS BE IN MY HEART TERRY I LOVE YOU AND BOYS VERY MUCH JACKIE YOU WERE SOMEONE TO LOOK UP TOO ILL ALWAYS LOVE YOU INA"

"Jackie, I feel so blessed for the time that I had with you. I love you very deeply and miss you more than words could ever say! You and I had a very truly special bond that I will cherish for the rest of my life. You taught me many things about life, but the most important thing that I learned from you was the value of family and to never take them for granted, because "life is too short". Having you as a second Mom has helped me become a better Mom, friend and person. There is a piece of me that was lost the day that I lost you, I only hope that the great memories that you helped me create will fill that lost piece over time. I have so many wonderful memories with you! I always heard the stories of your "Griswold" type vacations that your family took and never understood that until I too became a part of those "Griswold" vacations! One of my favorite "Griswold" memories was of one of our trips to Hawaii when we decided to rent Kayaks, you never actually made it onto the kayak because the waves crashing on the beach kept wiping you out! I also remember all the weekends that we would spend down at the campground around the fire talking, joking, and your famous singing of "put another log on the fire". You pulling up at Mason's baseball games on your gator tooting the horn and yelling Mason, cheering us all on at our softball games, and all of your wonderful food and baked goods you always shared with everyone, especially your famous "Jackie Puffs"! But most of all, I will always remember the times that you were always there for me, no matter what it was for or what time it was. You always gave me great advice and I hope that I can live by everything that you taught me and teach Mason those things as well. You always loved me unconditionally and for that I am most thankful. I am blessed and honored to have had you as my Mother In Law. I will keep your memory alive and never forget you. Mason is blessed to have had you as his Bobby, he loves you so much and will miss you forever! I love you! "

"Dear Terry and Family, I am so sorry to hear about Jackie's passing. Jackie was such a kind, caring,loving, and fun person. She made me feel just like family the first time we met. Her laugh and smile will never be forgotten. We on Earth have lost a wonderful person, but have gained a Beautiful Angel in Heaven to watch over us. Love, Julie"

"Jackie thanksgiving will never be the same without you and Betty. I will not be able to take another family picture without thinking of you. Terry our heart and prayers are with you always."

"I remember Jackie when we first met. We moved from Wisconsin across the highway from her. I looked out my kitchen window and saw her trying to chase cattle back where they belonged. So, I ran over and helped. After that we helped each other out driving to work in Lewiston. She will be missed."

"To: Tim & Alyssa and the Entire Henke Family Jackie will always have a special place in the hearts of the Valentine Family. I agree with Alyssa when I say that I had/have never met anyone quite like Jackie Henke. She was funny and had a heart of gold. She always made fudge for OUR family for our Christmas celebration and we delighted in it. If Tim will get me her recipe, I will try to replicate it for the next Valentine Christmas Celebration in honor of Jackie. But, being a cook myself, I know a person's recipe can never truly be replicated because she knows just how to cook it and just what little "extras" might be needed. God bless Jackie (who is now up in Heaven watching over her family and Shauna) & her family at this very difficult time! Love, Aunt Shelly, Uncle Norm and Cousins Maria and Adam"

"So sorry to hear of Jackie's passing. It has been many years since you both worked at Fiberite with Doyle and Jackie was the godmother of my son, Brian. I know you will really miss her. She was always so giving and had a heart of gold. I know she took such good care of her mother when she was sick. I am sure that she is in Heaven now enjoying her family that has passed on and waiting for the rest of us. My prayers and heartfelt sympathy go out to your family and I will keep you in my prayers."

"So sorry to hear of Jackie's passing. It has been many years since you both worked at Fiberite with Doyle and Jackie was the godmother of my son, Brian. I know you will really miss her. She was always so giving and had a heart of gold. I know she took such good care of her mother when she was sick. I am sure that she is in Heaven now enjoying her family that has passed on and waiting for the rest of us. My prayers and heartfelt sympathy go out to your family and I will keep you in my prayers."

"So sorry to hear of Jackie's passing. It has been many years since you both worked at Fiberite with Doyle and Jackie was the godmother of my son, Brian. I know you will really miss her. She was always so giving and had a heart of gold. I know she took such good care of her mother when she was sick. I am sure that she is in Heaven now enjoying her family that has passed on and waiting for the rest of us. My prayers and heartfelt sympathy go out to your family and I will keep you in my prayers."

"To the Henke Family- We're so sorry to hear of your loss. Jackie has touched so many people and will never be forgotten. We'll always remember Jackie forcing us to eat her cookies! She had a wonderful ability to bake delicious food and make sure everyone enjoyed it. Jackie had such a great personality and love for life and her family. She had such great pride in her boys and grandchildren. She'll be missed by so many."

"A mother's love is something that can't be explained. It's made of the deepest devotion, sacrifice and often, even pain. It's endless, unselfish and enduring and nothing could ever destroy it or take it away. Take comfort in knowing that your Mom's love will be with you and Mason - always - no matter what... Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family ~ God Bless. Jon, Adrian, Larry, Eddie, Jim, Theresa and Tara xoxoxo"

""To those who see with loving eyes, life is beautiful. To those who speak with tender voices, life is peaceful. To those who help with gentle hands, life is full. And to those who care with compassionate hearts, life is good beyond all measure." ~ Author Unknown ~ The most fun times I've had were spent on the Little League fields with Jackie. I remember the cookies, the watermelon, the goat, and the laughs. Jackie cared so much for everyone, but first in her heart were Terry, Brian, Douglas and Tim and then her grandchildren. She will be missed by everyone who knew her, but most of all her family. Just remember that she will always be there with you in heart and memory. She will always be looking over you and watching out for you. Rest in peace, Jackie."

"Tim and Alyssa, I do not believe that we really ever met your parents except for at your wedding. Our hearts are heavy with yours. You have been through so much in the last few weeks, it is hard to lose someone else that you love so much. Look for all of the signs that your Mom will give you that she is still with you. Love Uncle Rick and Aunt Cheri."

"Even thou you and I didn't see eye to eye all the the time. But you had alot to do with who I am today. For that I thank you and miss you. Austin, Kaj, Patience, Zayda, Espn will miss you very much also."

"Mom, you will forever be in my heart. I keep thinking back of all the fun times we had together. You were always there for us. I will always live by your favorite quote "Life is too short". I will always love you. PS, I will make sure dad takes his pills and takes Sophie to the Doggy salon. Love Tim. "

"Jackie...where do I start? I will start off by saying that I have honestly never met anyone quite like Jackie Henke. I have the honor of being married to her youngest son Tim. It was quite apparent that from the beginning that that was a privilege according to her and she made that well known :) One of the values that Jackie practiced was that of being close with your family. She took so much pride in her family--especially her three boys and her grandchildren. She loved having us all together for Sunday supper. Having come from a small family myself, I wasn't used to such wild and crazy times but she loved them. It was the same at Christmas. It never bothered her that there were 14 people in one room going nuts opening Christmas presents and wrapping paper was flying everywhere! She was quite content just snapping away on that camera--capturing memories on film. However, it was after those family gatherings had ended that I truly appreciate. Tim and I always seemed to be the last to leave because we would get to talking to Terry and Jackie about the most random things in the world.It was those conversations and visits that we were able to bond. Although we may have taken our jabs at each other in public for fun, we had a mutual respect for each other that ran deep. There are so many other memories that I will have of Jackie besides the adoration she had for her family--Her TV shows that she had to watch, her Denim Kids, the love that she had for Tim's friends, her baking and cooking, her "roadside stops", the Bingo bus that she and Terry caught on Saturday's, and the generousity she bestowed not only on her own family--but mine as well. There has not been a Christmas in the last 9 years that she hasn't made her homemade fudge for my family's Christmas get togethers. Jackie--I only hope that I can pass your memory and your values onto Tim and my future family. I know that you will be looking down on us. We love you!"

"Terry, and family... .Jackie was the best!....she could make people laugh and her heart was into everything she did. My fondest memories were the Little League games, the camping weekends, that crazy goat, the cookies, her fussing over Nicki..I can still hear her voice telling the stories, and yes, while I did move my family to the state of WA, and had not spoken to her recently....She was always my friend....and I miss her already....My thoughts and prayers to all of you...."

"When I think of Jackie I think back to high school and the first time that I went out to the Henke household for one of Doug's camp-fires. We were on our way down to the camp-site and Jackie came running out of the house to tell Doug that girls were not allowed at the camp-site (and she was serious). We of course did not listen to her and went anyway..however years later she changed her thinking and liked having us girls out. I can still picture Jackie riding up on her 4-wheeler to come and check on things. I also think of all of the softball games that Jackie and Terry attended. Jackie with her cookies and cupcakes that she made us all eat until they were gone and the few times each year that she and Terry brought the grill to make hot dogs for everyone after the game. Thursday nights at the field won't be the same without her there.. but I know she'll be watching and cheering from above. You'll be missed Jackie. "

"Words cannot explain how I feel, You were loved by so many people and you gave love to everyone. I am so thankful and proud to have you as my sister-in-law although we were like sisters I could tell you anything, I'm so glad I got to spend the time with you that I did.All the times we laughed and cried together I will truely miss.You were my inspiration,you never complained about all the pain I know you were going through you just kept right on going even though I knew you were hurting.I will miss hearing your laughter,all the good food you would cook even when you could hardly stand,But most of all I will miss seeing you,talking with you on the phone,and the hugs.You will always have a special place in my heart.Now all I have is memories that I will treasure forever.You are an ANGEL now and I know you will be watching over us all.Your pain is gone,and now you can rest in peace. Give mom and dad a big hug from me because I know you will see them in heaven and I will see you all someday and we will hug again.You have all the love I can give you.Thank you for being in our family for so many years and for taking such good care of my brother.I like your kids will make sure he taking care of himself taking his medicine everyday and having his blood checked.I love you so very much and will think of you everyday of my life.You are gone but will NEVER be forgotten."

"Jackie we will miss you have not kept in contacted alot in the last years but always in my heart. You and Terry were alot of fun. All the kids were very sad to hear of your passing you will be in =our prayers.When i had my last little girl you said there was no other name but {Jackie} and now she is 23 and named Jaci thank you for all the fun and the name will miss you Terry,Brian,Doug,and Tim HOPE THINGS WILL MOVE ON FOR YOU ALL IT WILL BE TOUGH BUT YOUR MOM WOULD WANT THAT LOVE YOU ALL THANK YOU FOR THE FREINDSHIP"

"Jackie we will miss you have not kept in contacted alot in the last years but always in my heart. You and Terry were alot of fun. All the kids were very sad to hear of your passing you will be in =our prayers.When i had my last little girl you said there was no other name but {Jackie} and now she is 23 and named Jaci thank you for all the fun and the name will miss you Terry,Brian,Doug,and Tim HOPE THINGS WILL MOVE ON FOR YOU ALL IT WILL BE TOUGH BUT YOUR MOM WOULD WANT THAT LOVE YOU ALL THANK YOU FOR THE FREINDSHIP"

"Miss you"

"Dear Jackie; I will miss your laugh and your smile. You have always been a great friend to sit with and talk about the family. I love watching Mason's ball games with you or coming to the campground shooting the breeze, and I love your potatoe salad! You are a kind soul . Your dedication to your family will never be forgotten. May God Bless you . You will be in our hearts forever. To the Family: Know that you all are in my thoughts and prayers. I am here for you in this time of need. Know that if you need anything you can count on me. I cared for Jackie very much. I know she is very proud of all of you. Never forget! She will always love you!!"

"To my Bobby, I love you and miss you so much! I will always remember when you let me stay up late and we drew on Papa, your popcorn, your horn you brought to my baseball games, and how you always made me laugh! I am going to miss you and you are always in my heart!"

"Mom, I can not expain in words how much I will miss you. Everyone was blessed with the time you were with us, but I was blessed most to be able to call you Mom. The things you taught me about life are things that most leave out, and those things have made me what I am today. I want to thank you for making my life as good as it is. All the things you put aside for your family to be happy. I only wish I gave as much back as I took. You always said "life is what you make it" and "life is to short", and you did live by those words. I can only hope to live by them as much as you did. I am so fortunate to have a life of happy memories created by you. You are the best Mom and Bobby, a Son and a Grandson could have asked for. I love you."