In loving memory of

Jodi A. Beier
May 14, 1971 - March 6, 2009

Jodi A. Beier, 37, of Dakota City, Nebraska passed away on Friday, March 6, 2009 in Colorado from injuries suffered in a snowmobile accident.

Funeral Services will be held at 10:30 A.M. on Thursday, March 12, 2009 at St. Michael's Catholic Church in South Sioux City, Nebraska with Father Dan Whittrock officiating. Burial will be in St. Michael's Cemetery in South Sioux City. Visitation will begin at 5:00 P.M. with the family present at 5:30 P.M. and a Rosary and Prayer Service at 7:00 P.M. on Wednesday, March 11, 2009 at the Church. Arrangements are under the direction of Mohr Funeral Home in South Sioux City.

Jodi was born to Gene and JoAnn (Goeden) Hirschman on May 14, 1971 in Sioux City, Iowa. She graduated from Homer High School in 1989 and went on to graduate from Briar Cliff College with her BSN. Jodi married Scott Beier on April 29, 1995. She thrived in her career where she was the manager of both the Post Anesthesia Care Unit and the Recovery Care Center at Siouxland Surgery Center in Dakota Dunes.

Jodi was very generous with her time and talents and she always put other people's needs before her own. She participated in the big sister program. Jodi was active at St. Michael's Church, where she taught CCD for many years and devoted an hour each week for Perpetual Adoration. Jodi was a wonderful mother, loving daughter and devoted wife and sister. She was very active and enjoyed life to the fullest. She liked traveling, golfing, boating and camping. Most of all, she cherished spending time with her family and spoiling her nieces and nephews.

Survivors include her husband, Scott Beier; one son, Nicholas; one step-son, Alex; her parents, Gene and JoAnn Hirschman; sisters and brothers, Lisa (Paul) Tighe of Homer, Gary (Cathy) Hirschman of Piedmont, Oklahoma, Mary (Tim) Peskey of Omaha, Matt (Irene) Hirschman of Lincoln; Mark Hirschman of Dakota City, Tami (Brandon) Eaves of Omaha; mother and father-in-law, Aleta and Pete Beier of South Sioux City; sister-in-law, Lisa Paulsen of Sioux City, Iowa, numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews.

Jodi was preceded in death by her step-son, Aaron Beier.

Tributes

Kathy/co-worker wrote on Mar 19, 2009:

"Jodi- I know you are in the Lord's arms, but we miss you here very much. Thank You for touching all of our lives!"

Friends of Pete Beier & Family wrote on Mar 15, 2009:

"Willis & Gloria (Bruggeman) Schultz So sorry for your loss. May your faith, friends and family help you through this difficult time."

Jim & Penny -- Friends wrote on Mar 15, 2009:

"Jim Bruggeman & Penny Rosfjord You will be remembered and missed by all who knew you. You touched so many lives and left us with so many memories. Our love and prayers are with you all."

Christy Miller Stolze wrote on Mar 12, 2009:

"Our prayers and thoughts are with your family and friends during this time. You will be missed..."

Dick Goeden wrote on Mar 12, 2009:

"Gene & JoAnn, I am so sorry for your loss in this tragic accident, it is never easy especially at such a young age. My thoughts and prayers are with you and the families. God bless."

Marilyn Horak wrote on Mar 11, 2009:

"It is never easy to lose someone you love but know Jodi is watching over you. Keep the memories of Jodi alive especially for the boys. Try to remember something that Jodi did or said and it will help. Our prayers and thoughts are with you during this time of sadness. "

Dennis and Christine Jensen - Cousin wrote on Mar 11, 2009:

"Words can not express our sorrow for your loss; but please know we are keeping your family in our prayers. "

George and Kathy Jensen Cousin wrote on Mar 11, 2009:

"We are keeping you in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. George and Kathy Jensen"

Jim and Robin Griess (cousin) wrote on Mar 11, 2009:

"May your friends, family, and faith help you through this most difficult time."

Tracy Wilde Co Worker & Friend wrote on Mar 11, 2009:

"Scott and Family, Jodi and I worked together over the past 10 years and I am deeply saddened & heartbroken over her passing. May the love of those around you, and your precious memories help you through the days ahead. With Sincerest Sympathy "

Jim Holloway - Best Friends with Scott wrote on Mar 11, 2009:

"Scott, you are like family to us and family is always there when you need them so do not hesitate. Deepest sympathies from my family to yours. "

The Winquists, friends of Beiers. wrote on Mar 11, 2009:

"Dear Scott and family, It is just so hard to find words to let you know how deeply we feel for you in the loss of Jodi and Aaron so recently. May you find strength to continue and take care of your boys. May the memories of times shared be held in your heart and know that she is watching over you. Due to illness we will not be able to visit tonight or tomorrow but know we are thinking of you and your folks too. John and Joann Winquist"

Christy (McManigal) Schweers-Friend wrote on Mar 11, 2009:

"I am very sorry to hear of your loss. I have many wonderful memories of Jodi while growing up and staying at your house with Tami. I remember Jodi wanting to hang out with us and Tami wanting her little sister to leave us alone :-) We always told Jodi she could hang out with us because she was cool. When I think of Jodi, I smile because she was very special. You are all in my thoughts and prayers at this difficult time."

Susan Holloway, Friend of Scott Beier wrote on Mar 11, 2009:

"Dear Scott and your entire family, We just wanted to let you know how very sorry we are for your sudden loss...please know that we will keep you in our thoughts and in our prayers. Treasure your beautiful special memories and keep them close to your heart forever. May God Bless Nicholas and your entire family. We are thinking of you Scott. Susan Holloway on behalf of the Holloway family. "

Tom & Kim Nieman and family wrote on Mar 11, 2009:

"We cannot put into words how sorry we are for your loss. Jodi was always so friendly and one of the nicest people we have ever met. We will always remember her. Our prayers are with you."

Moncrief Family wrote on Mar 11, 2009:

"Jodi I know you are in Heaven and my heart goes out to your family and especially to your Husband and Son. "

Stacey Harris Maxwell wrote on Mar 11, 2009:

"Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers during this most difficult time."

Bev (Kramper) McNamara/Friend wrote on Mar 11, 2009:

"My thoughts and prayers are with you Mary and the entire Hirschman family during this difficult time. Jodi touched the hearts of everyone she met. I cherish the memories of all the times I spent at your house while growing up. Jodi will be truly missed. "

Janie & Dale (Friends of the Hirschman family.) wrote on Mar 11, 2009:

"I am so sorry for your loss."

Larry & Debbie Tejral Family (my boys CCD Teacher) wrote on Mar 10, 2009:

"Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you."

Marcy Benson, friend of Jodi and family wrote on Mar 10, 2009:

"You are all in my prayers with the loss of Jodi. She was such a great addition to the Religious Education program at St. Michael's. She will be deeply missed!"

Sue Be. former employee wrote on Mar 10, 2009:

"You will be remembered and missed by all who knew you. You touched many lives and cared for so many in your career. May God Bless You and Your Family. You will be missed."

Melissa Utemark-Smith wrote on Mar 10, 2009:

"I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with during this difficult time."

Mahons/classmate of Nick wrote on Mar 10, 2009:

"Our thoughts and prayers are with you all."

Lori Berg, friend of the family wrote on Mar 10, 2009:

"My deepest sympathies to each of you. I wish for you strength during this most difficult time. Take comfort in your memories and in all of the joy you experienced with Jodi. She will always be a part of your life."

Steve and Kelli Hirschman and family Cousin wrote on Mar 10, 2009:

"Our prayers are with you all at this time. One can only imagine what you must be going through. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. "

terry,co-worker with scott wrote on Mar 10, 2009:

"so sorry for your loss,I konw she will be missed."

Julie and Tim Arens and Family/Cousin wrote on Mar 10, 2009:

" So sorry to hear of your sudden loss. Our hearts and prayers go out too all of you at this difficult time. Hold on to the memories and good times that you have all shared with Jody and cherish them forever. Our deepest sympathy."

Kevin Kramper/Friend wrote on Mar 10, 2009:

"I am very sorry to hear about Jodi's passing. I have many wonderful lasting memories growing up with her as our families have always been very close. My deepest sympathy to you and your family. You all will be in my prayers. God Bless."

a new friend wrote on Mar 10, 2009:

"God bless you Jodi - may God also hold your family close to him during this terrible time. You will be missed."

Becky/coworker wrote on Mar 10, 2009:

"Jodi, I miss you so much. I believe you are needed somewhere else now, but you will always be remember in our hearts."

None wrote on Mar 10, 2009:

"You will be missed forever by your family, friends, and neighbors. Rember all of the good times you spent together with your mother, wife, daughter, and aunt. "

Randy & Kathy (Bruggeman) McDonald wrote on Mar 10, 2009:

"Our deepest sympathy is with all of you during this time. Cherish the wonderful memories you had with Jodi...that will help you through this difficult time. God bless you! Randy & Kathy McDonald"

Leslie coworker wrote on Mar 10, 2009:

"Jodi, I know you are in heaven. Things will never be the same without you. I miss you so much."

Jodi Gengler Mitchell wrote on Mar 10, 2009:

"My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. May God be with you."

Jim Asmus- Snowmobiler from Sioux Falls wrote on Mar 10, 2009:

"God bless Jodi, rest in peace "

Julie (Hirschman) Wright wrote on Mar 9, 2009:

"Jodi, I know you are home in Heaven. You will always be remembered as a most kind and loving person. God Bless."