"Always loved seeing Jenna at The Harmony, her bright smile, her contagious laugh, and just her kindness that she gave to sooo many people. I'll miss seeing you and talking with you. My heart goes out to the Furseth family and all of Jenna's friends. ?? You'll be missed by many!"
In loving memory of
Jenna M. Furseth
June 20, 1984 - February 18, 2018
Stoughton/Madison - Jenna M Furseth, age 33, passed away on Sunday February 18th from an accidental overdose.
Jenna was born June 20th, 1984 to Dan & Cathy Furseth. She and her older brother Dustin grew up working and playing alongside their parents, grandparents, aunts, uncles and cousins on the family farm. She was proud to be called a farmer's daughter, and her childhood was filled with dance lessons, farm animals (especially cats), 4-H projects, music, church youth activities, choirs, sports, and excelling at school. She especially loved summer Sundays spent with family at the cottage on Lake Kegonsa. At an early age, Jenna learned to play piano and sing, which were talents she enjoyed into adulthood. She graduated from Stoughton high school in 2002 and from UW Madison in 2006 with a Bachelors degree in Scandinavian Studies. Jenna had a love for language, music, and all things creative. She enjoyed spending time throughout her life crafting, drawing, painting and creating beautiful cards and gifts she shared with others. Jenna had a wonderful heart and found joy in helping others. It was only natural that she would eventually work in the food and hospitality industry. Her smile could light up a room, she was always quick to laugh, or to offer a helping hand. Jenna worked, served, and socialized with so many wonderful people over the years, which eventually lead her to meet Brian. Together they had their son, James, in which Jenna found her true passion - motherhood. She loved James more than anything. He brought her new motivation in life, the responsibility of being a parent. James made her smile, and brought her joy. He was all Jenna talked about, and talking about him made her glow. In our hearts we know Jenna would never have willingly left behind her son and those she loved so deeply.
Jenna is survived by the love of her life, her son James Sebak; James' father, Brian Sebak; parents, Dan & Cathy; brother, Dustin (Hannah); nephew, Sander; grandmother, Donna Olson; and many extended relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by paternal grandparents, Arnold and June Furseth; and maternal grandfather, Roger Olson. Visitation will be held from 4:00 PM until 7:00 PM on Thursday, March 1, 2018 at Cress Funeral Home in Stoughton, and from 9:30 AM until the time of services Friday at church. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 AM on Friday, March 2, 2018 at First Lutheran Church, 310 E Washington Street, Stoughton, with Rev. Bill Lehman officiating. Friends and relatives are invited to a luncheon, immediately following the services, in the church fellowship hall. Private burial will take place in Wheeler Prairie Cemetery. A memorial fund has been set up for her son James. The Furseth/Sebak Memorial Fund, c/o McFarland State Bank, 207 South Forrest Street, Stoughton, WI 53589.
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Cress Funeral Service
206 W. Prospect Street
Stoughton, WI 53589
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"Extremely sorry and shocked regarding the loss of Jenna. She will be missed by many. Unfortunately we are not in the area to make a visit to her funeral. Again, so very sorry!!"
"For many days, I have struggled to find the right words to comfort you. There are none. Just know we care . David &Sandey Thompson "
"I would like to send my heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of Jenna. I was so sorry to hear of her untimely death. Jenna was a friend and classmate of my daughter Emily. She came to play at our house as Emily went to hers. I can still hear her laughing when they surprised me with chocolate cake batter on their faces instead of in the bowl. Talk about a ZEST for life....what creativity and imagination this beautiful child had!!! I am so thankful my daughter had Jenna for a friend. When Jenna was visiting there was always something exciting happening! ...No complaints of being bored."
"We are thinking of you and praying for strength and peace for all you now and in the months ahead. I will remember Jenna's warm smile and believe she will watch over and guide you. "
"I had the privilege of knowing Jenna during her days as a student at Kegonsa Elementary School. I will always remember her as a wonderful, bubbly, beautiful child. I write this with great sadness after learning of this news. She made an impression on many people, even on one of her former teachers from 24 years ago. Mr Nick Weisse"
"Our thoughts and love to the Furseths and Olson families. Dave & Peggy Weiman"
"What a beautiful, loving, heartfelt tribute for Jenna. It portrayed her love, creativity and the essence of what was important to her. Barb Harried"
"No words seem right to say in a time of loss such as this! Our thoughts of support go out to each person who will miss her. Jerry and Sharon Wendt"
"Rich and Susan Vedvig and family are thinking of you and this sad tragedy. You have written a loving obituary and we know there will be a time your grandson will bring smiles. Take care and see you soon. Rich Vedvig and family"
"Our hearts breaks for the loss you are feeling and the family and friends she leaves behind. Our prayers and deepest sympathy to all of you today and always, Melody and Dale Mulder and family "
"Our sympathies to the Furseth Families "
"Jenna was a good friend of my daughter Laura. Oh they laughed together, such beautiful girls! They're together again with the whole gang too y'know, Tootie and Arnie, Emma and Ervin! Someday we'll know why. In a dream the night we lost Laura she said to me, ' Hey Dad, it's ok I'm up here now ' . Jenna is too. My heart goes out to Dan & Kathy & Dustin."
"Beautiful girl, beautiful spirit. Always has been, always will be. My thoughts and love to the Furseths and Olson family."
"Dan and Cathy, Our hearts are breaking for you. Praying for your comfort and peace. Andy and Susy"
"Our heart and prayers go out you to and your family. Jenna was a beautiful girl inside and out. She will be miss by many.
Nick ,Roxanne Hull & family"
"Ill never forget how nice Jenna was to everyone she met. I just saw her not to long ago and she was showing me pictures of her son. Heaven was given a new angel to watch over us. RIP old friend- Heather"
"Our deepest sympathies to the Furseth family."
"I am so so sorry for your loss. "
"I am so so sorry for your loss. "
"Our sympathies go out to all of your family. We were so sorry to hear of you loss. You are all in our prayers. Carl and Janet Furseth Larsen."
"My deepest sympathies to Kathy, Dan and Dustin. "
"I remember her as such a wonderful girl! My heart aches for your family."
"Jenna's smile was so warm and full of kindness it stayed with you all day. She is deeply missed and our sincerest condolences to Brian, James and all of Jenna's family and friends."