Jill Swoboda, 44, of Kenosha, passed away on Friday, October 8, 2010, at St. Catherine’s Medical Center. She was born on July 22, 1966, in Kenosha, the daughter of Joseph and Jane (Routt) Swoboda. Jill graduated from Tremper High School in 1984 and attended Carthage College, Gateway Technical School and graduated from Kenosha School of Cosmetology. She was employed as a hair stylist at Nu Kutz for over 15 years and was presently employed at Great Clips on the North side of Kenosha. She loved working and taking care of animals. She is survived by her mother, Jane Yde; her step-father, Peter Yde; a brother, Jon (Paula) Swoboda of Kenosha; two sisters, Jan (Glenn) Fenske of Somers and Jody (Dave) Dome of Kenosha; aunts and uncles, Carol (Joe) Scheidt of Dunbar, WI, and Jon (Linda) Routt of Rockford, IL; eight nieces and nephews, other relatives, friends, and her special pets, Maggie, Brandie, Jackie, and Sammie. She was preceded in death by her father, Joseph Swoboda; and grandparents, Joseph and Sylvia Swoboda and Carl and Irene Ott. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, October 12th, at Proko Funeral Home at 7:00 p.m. Interment will be private. A visitation will be held on Tuesday at the funeral home from 5:00 p.m. until the time of the service. In lieu of flowers, memorials to the family would be appreciated.Proko Funeral Home & Crematory5111-60th StreetKenosha, WI 53144Phone: (262) 654-3533Visit Jill’s Online Memorial Book at:www.prokofuneralhome.com
Condolences
Shawn Gaddy
October 29, 2010
I am shocked and taken back by the news of Jill's passing. My heart felt condolences goes out to her entire family.I am sorry for your loss. God bless and God speed.Shawn Gaddy and family
Jane Ottum
October 14, 2010
I am shocked to belatedly of Jill's passing. Shocked beyond belief. Love and sympathy to Jane and family.
Hilel Swerdlin, MD
October 12, 2010
Our deepest sympathy to Jill's family and friends for this tremendous loss. We will miss her weekly visits along with her warm smile. She will be in our thoughts and prayers always.Dr. Hilel Swerdlin and Staff
Bruce Long
October 11, 2010
Jon and Jane and Family,I am deeply sorry to hear about the death of Jill she was so young, My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I will end with this phrase."Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, love leaves a memory no one can steal"
Sandy Dodge
October 11, 2010
Dear Jane and family, As Jill's neighbors for I think 12 plus years(can't remember if its more) we are truly shocked by Jill's passing. We are truly sorry for your loss and we will miss her tremendously. She was always a kind person. We also had lots of good times too. One in particular was when she had nine puppies loose in the house while she was at work. They somehow got loose and finding all of them took awhile. I think Noel helped them hide. There are too many memories to list but we will fondly remember her. Mike, Sandy, Deanna and Tim Dodge
Devery Little
October 11, 2010
I met Jill in 2001, when my family moved to Kenosha from Florida, and I went to work with her, Jane and Jan. I loved working with all of them. Jill and I always worked the same shift, so we had lots of time together. Every time we were together, we would laugh. No matter what. We even spent Christmas with her family that first year. Lots of memories. I loved Jill, she was a shy person, not very outspoken, until you got to know her. Then you better watch out. She loved her animals, and she knew a lot about animals, and we shared lots of stories about them. They were her babies.Jill, you were so funny. She always knew how to tell me how to get anywhere in Kenosha, except she did not know the names of streets,like 75th or GreenBay road. She only knew them by what business was on that street. She knew what was on every corner. And that is exact how she told me how to get around. I love it.After my family moved to Alabama, she called to tell me that she would fly down to visit us, but she was afraid that she would get lost, either in the airport, or get flown to another place. I remember her taking classes and had taken classes forever. This is just how she said it. I would help her study when we weren't busy. I know we spent more time laughing than studying. God must have a plan for her in heaven, since she was taken so early in her life. Of course, we don't know why, but will miss her forever. I loved you Jill, and I love this family. I will miss you!
Kim Moyes
October 11, 2010
When I first met Jill 22 years ago she gave me the best advice ever. She said" You will come across people who you may not get along with, but just remember to do your job, and focus on the people who make you smile." Well Jill...YOU made me smile. From your kind heart with animals and your awesome laugh. You will be missed so much. You and your family will be in my prayers for a long time. My deepest and warmest sympathies.
Andrea Tallman
October 10, 2010
I am sorry for your loss, Jill was a great person and a very friendly beautician and will be missed very much. I was shocked to hear she passed away I had just seen her at pick and save about a week ago. may god be with you and your family.
christy hernandez & mary and larry matson
October 10, 2010
dear jane and family: our thoughts and prayers have been with you this past week and we are deeply sorry for your loss. She was a great person and will be greatly missed. Our condelences to you and your family.
linda knudtson borneman
October 10, 2010
Dear Jane and family, I am so sorry to hear about Jill... She was a great person... I feel your pain deep in my heart... She will be truly missed and never forgotten..I have so many great memories i will cherish forever... if you need anything please call me i will be there for you... my deepest symphty..Linda Knudtson Borneman