In loving memory of

Jenny Prins
January 3, 1973 - April 24, 2011

Jennifer "Jenny" Elizabeth Prins was born on January 3, 1973, in Redwood Falls, Minnesota to Richard and Cathryn (Harrington) Prins. She was baptized and confirmed at the St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church in Windom. Jenny attended and graduated from Hastings Public Schools in the Class of 1992. She then furthered her education for two years at Dakota Vo-Tech and then continued to live in Hastings where she worked as an assembler for PRO-ACT. In 2005, Jenny moved with her mom to Windom where she worked at the Windom Area Hospital. In May of 2008, Jenny's mom, Cathy, passed away and in November of 2008, she moved to Hugo, Minnesota to live with her cousin Katie Owen and family and passed away there suddenly on Sunday, April 24, 2011 at the age of 38 years.

Jenny will be remembered for her love of reading and listening to music, watching movies, playing Wii games, her collections of Precious Moments figurines and dolls, and most of all, her love for her family and our Lord.

Jenny is survived by her father, Richard Prins of Roseville; one brother, Joshua Prins of Apple Valley; grandmother, Elizabeth "Betty" Harrington of Windom; and many aunts, uncles and cousins.

Jenny is preceded in death by her mother, Cathryn "Cathy" Prins; maternal grandfather, Curtis Harrington; paternal grandfather and grandmother, TM and Jeannette Prins; and two nephews, Josiah Harrington and Jacob Soderman.

Tributes

Georgia and Brad wrote on May 4, 2011:

"Brad and I appreciated meeting Jenny's family. We are sorry for your loss. Blessings."

Tammy Hall - State Farm wrote on May 2, 2011:

"Our deepest sympathy to the friends and family of Jenny. We wish you peace and comfort in the time to come. "

(Robert) and Karen Owen wrote on Apr 30, 2011:

"Jenny-- You have been such a trooper! We've enjoyed having you as part of our family at all of the events for the Owens during these last few years. I got to take you to lots of your doctor/dental appointments and will never forget that you never had a cavity."

Jackie Jurgens wrote on Apr 29, 2011:

"To Jenny's family: So sorry to hear of Jenny's death. I remember her as a little girl. Jenny and my oldest daughter (a new baby) were at the same day-care for a while. And it has been so nice to know Grandma Betty - what a wonderful lady. "

Katie wrote on Apr 29, 2011:

"Jenny was a wonderful lady. I'll never forget how cute it was when Miguel would climb up on Jenny's lap and pull a blanket over their legs and sit with her. She was very good with the kids and will be greatly missed by all of us."

Dan & Linda Ortmann wrote on Apr 28, 2011:

"We are so sorry to hear about Jenny's passing,and we are praying that you will be comforted knowing that she is with Jesus,now,and having all the wonderful memories will also be comforting. May God bless you all! Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you. Love, Dan & Linda"

Lisa Muller wrote on Apr 28, 2011:

"I will remember Jenny as being a very kind and thoughtful person who always had a smile and a hug for me. Keep your memories of Jenny in your heart and hopefully that will help in your loss. God Bless your family."

Barb Karschnik wrote on Apr 27, 2011:

"Jenny was a sweet person who always remembered me and gave me a big hug, even though I didn't see her except when Kris was home. I'm so saddened by her loss and will keep your family in my prayers. "

Janel E. wrote on Apr 27, 2011:

"Jenny was always so pleasant and a delight to have working at Windom Area Hospital. She was always smiling and greeted everyone she met. My thoughts and prayers are extended to her family."