"Jamie and family, Words cannot express the sadness that I have for you. I didn't know Jill but she sounds a lot like her mother who is undoubtedly a caring person with so much to share with others through friendship and through her work I will be remembering all of you in my prayers. May you find kindness to warm you, sympathy to comfort you, and cherished memories to bring peace to your heart."
In loving memory of
Jill E. Fehr
March 2, 1985 - October 10, 2015
A funeral Mass for Jill Fehr, 30, of Whittemore, will be held 10:30 AM Thursday at St. Cecelia Catholic Church in Algona. Visitation will be from 4 to 8 PM on Wednesday at St. Cecelia Catholic Church.
In lieu of flowers, memorials can be directed to the family, an educational fund has been established for her son, Jameson, at Farmers State Bank.
Jill Elizabeth Fehr was born March 2, 1985, in Forest City, daughter of Pat and Jamie (Vaske) Johnson. She attended St. John's Catholic and Seton Grade School graduating from Bishop Garrigan High School in 2003. She then attended Iowa Lakes Community College School of Nursing and graduated from the University of Iowa with a Bachelor of Nursing.
Jill was married to Anthony Fehr on January 19, 2008, in Ocho Rios, Jamaica. Anthony and their two year old son, Jameson, were the complete focus of Jill's life. She had a great sense of care for people especially her family and friends, and the people she helped as a nurse.
Jill had a passion for shopping. She enjoyed baths and from an early age she enjoyed reading and listening to books on tape. She also enjoyed vacationing and being surrounded by her family and friends.
Jill developed Type I diabetes at age 11. Every day she wanted to live a "normal" life and she struggled with this daily. She developed many complications and getting through most days without pain was a challenge, but always went on with an infectious smile. Jill died Saturday evening, October 10, 2015, at the age of 30.
She is survived by Anthony and Jameson of Whittemore; her parents, Jamie and Kent Elbert of Whittemore and Pat Johnson of Titonka; two sisters, Heather Kelly and her husband Josh of Waterloo and their children, Owen and Mazie, and Sydney Elbert of Whittemore; her maternal grandparents, James and Marlene Vaske of Bancroft, and her paternal grandparents, Joan and Gary Smidt of Titonka. She is also survived by her parents-in-law, Jeff and Beth Fehr of Whittemore; two brothers-in-law, Chris Fehr and his wife Becca of Minneapolis, MN and their children Cullan, Sylvia, and Greta, and Dustin Fehr of Whittemore and his children Tristan and Emalin; her grandfather, Art Elbert of Whittemore; her grandparents-in-law, Larry and Carol Fehr of West Bend and Joyce and Art Hix of Fenton; and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, and other relatives. She was preceded in death by her grandfathers, James Johnson and Roger Anderson, and grandmother Clarice Elbert.
Tributes
"Jamie and Family- Joel told me last night about Jill. I was so sorry to hear about her passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with her and your entire family as you navigate through this difficult time. May we all thank the Lord for the resurrection that gives us hope and peace that we all will be together again someday soon. Scott, Eric and Clint Whitcome"
"Our prayers are for the whole family. I ( Mary Ann ) met Jill when she came to our home as a nurse. She was so happy that it made me feel good. "
"Jamie and family, I'm so sorry for your loss. I can't imagine the pain you are feeling. Remember all the special times you had with her and hold them tight. You will always have a piece of her in that beautiful little boy. His smile will lite up the world just like her smile did. God bless you and your family."
"Jamie and family, you are all in our thoughts and prayers. We are so sorry for your loss........remember the good times and the troubling ones also, as those seem to be ones we smile and laugh at a lot about Dayton... Know the pain you are feeling, and sending hugs and well wishes to all of you. Bob and Nita"
"Jamie & Kent, Please know that we are keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers. John & Beth"
"Dear Jamie, Marlene and Jim, and all of Jill's family, Words cannot express the sadness we feel for you. Please know we are holding you close in thought, prayer, and love during this very difficult time. Love, Dale & Charlotte Elvebak and family"
"Jamie and family, You are in my thoughts and prayers as you mourn the loss of Jill. May God wrap you in His comforting arms and give you a sense of peace during this difficult time. I can't begin to imagine the depth of your sorrow, but I hope for you my friend, that all the wonderful memories you have of Jill are able to warm your heart and bring you comfort. Love, Julie (Kemna) Becker "
"Anthony Jameson Elbert and Fehr families My very deepest sympathy to you all with Jill's passing away. I never knew Jill. May God hold you and comfort you at this very difficult time. my prayers and sympathy for you all. "
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"God always has a plan and this time Jill was part of His plan. There are no words that can be said to ease your pain; however, in the days, weeks, months, years to come, you will see Jill in her beautiful son. I hope seeing Jill in Jameson will help you heal. We will continue to keep you in our prayers."
"To the Elberts and Fehr Families words can not express the saddness we feel for you and your famiy at the loss of Jill's life. She was a very great person and will be missed terribly. May God give you all peace in this SUPER hard time. Prayers and lots of hugs to you all! She will be missed!"
"Jamie and Family, We are keeping you all close in our prayer's."
"My deepest sympathy to you all during this difficult time. I had Jill as a nursing student and will always remember her as a very caring person with a beautiful smile. God Bless you all. "
" My deepest sympathy to the entire family of Jill. "Memories are forever"
May she rest in peace. Cathy"
"To all of Jill's family, You all have our deepest sympathy. May God's loving arms surround you with His comfort and peace. Our thoughts and prayers are with you."
"Seeing her pictures on here just makes it so real. I still can't believe she is gone. Heather, Jill and I had such good times as children and then again when we all lived in the same apartments in college. I loved our evening dates watching MTV and eating Mac N Cheese. Jill will forever be missed by so many. Please know that I am praying for her entrance into heaven and for her family on earth. "
"Pat, Jamie and Kent, Heather and Sydney and all the family of Jill
Our hearts ache for all of you at this time and know that there are many people keeping your family in their prayers ..Jill had an appreciation for life and lived it to the fullest . She will be remembered by many and her memories will live on forever..let Jameson know what an amazing Mom he had for his first 2 yrs. of his life and to Anthony, prayers for you as you continue to raise your son. Your angel in heaven will guide you through these next few days, weeks, months and years..Thoughts and prayers to all of you at this difficult time..."
"Kent & Jamie, I will deeply miss Jill. She always had a kind word for me and others. May you have great memories of her. A friend Barb Kramer"
"Jill I remember when we started working together at the Manor as CNA's i knew i couldn't let you get away as a friend. Who knew that 15 years later that we would be as close as we are now.I couldn't go 1 day without talking to you or seeing your sweet boy and you. Thank you for being the Aunt to Jayda,Porter, and Riley that you were even though not blood you were their everything. and will always be. Your friendship is something I have been so privileged to have. The laughter the random road trip the Just everything we did together everyday, I don't know how to manage my day without you.. We have been so blessed having you in our lives and We are so blessed to be such a big part of yours. I am going to miss you more then words can say. The Heavens have gained the greatest angel that they could want or need.. God bless your family in this time and let your memory carry on though US your family and friends and i guarantee your memory will be strong. I LOVE YOU and miss you "Beans" ( inside joke ) Know your laughing! Rest In Peace Jill. Love you Randy, Janae, Jayda, Porter , and Riley.. "
"Jamie our prayers are with you in this awful time Jill was so sweet. Ryan sends his prayers also he was shook up by
the news.
Anne and Maxine "
"To Jill's family praying that someday you find peace during this very difficult time. Don and Michelle Thul"
"To all of Jill's dear family, Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers today and in the upcoming days. Jill had a beautiful smile that could light up the room. She cared deeply for her family, friends and the many patients that she cared for over the years. Hold on to your memories and lean on your friends....we are here for you. Hugs and prayers.... Jack, Jen, Vanessa and Olivia Von Bank"
"Jill's family, You have our deepest sympathy, our thoughts and prayers go out to each of you. There are no words to take away your pain, but just know that you are not alone. Jill was an inspiration and was a loving and caring young woman. Her family was her greatest gift. God bless all of you "
"Jamie and family, so very sorry to hear about Jill. Such a tragedy. Lean on each other in the coming days and months. You are all in my thoughts. Toni Heisler"
"My deepest sympathies go out to all of you!! Such a difficult situation and so hard to understand at this time!!! I enjoyed working with Jill at the Manor, she always had a smile and compassion for her job!! Enjoy all the memories as you try to carry on with life!!! Take care!! "
"Jamie. Our hearts go out to you's and family. Out thoughts and prayers are with you. Stay strong Jameson and Andrew will need you."
"To all of Jill's family..We are so very sorry for this incredible loss. Jill was such a kind and caring person. I have many fond memories from our first year of nursing school. I saw first hand the way she truly cared for every patient she had. I will cherish the time I got to spend with her that year. We will continue to pray for all of you in the days ahead. With deepest sympathy, Jason and Peggy Jennings "
"So sorry to hear about Jill. You're in our thoughts and prayers!!
Jeri, Jared and Jace Taylor"
"Prayers to the Elbert, Fehr and Johnson families. Lean on family and friends in this difficult time. Adam, Angela, Ben, Gracie, & Will"
"Jamie, we are so sorry and shocked to hear about Jill. She was such a cute little girl and so bubbly. I feel so sorry for Jameson having to grow without Momma. Our prayers are with you and your folks."
"You are all in our thoughts and prayers! Walt and Dar Elbert and family"
"We hold the Fehr, Johnson, & Elbert families in our thoughts and prayers. There are just no words to console you in this time of grief. I hold such wonderful memories of Jill in my heart. Such a kind & beautiful spirit. Love to you all Ed, Julie, Amanda, April, Austin "