Denise Rene Jewell, 48, of Kenosha, passed away at her residence Wednesday, January 12, 2011, with her family and friends at her side following a two year battle with cervical cancer. Born on May 23, 1962, in Elyria, OH, she was the daughter of Ralph and Joyce (Jones) Fleming. She lived in Florida from 1968 until 1990 when she came to Kenosha to make her home. On August 23, 1989, she married Brad Jewell in Florida. She had been employed as a Unit Clerk for St. Luke’s’ Hospital Medical Center in Racine, WI. Jewell loved her husband, children and grandchildren and was grateful to have been able to spend time with her fourth grandchild, born three weeks ago. She also loved her extended family at work, was an avid sports fan. Jewell was very involved with CYC Sports, and all youth sports. She and her husband were very community orientated. The family would like to extend a special thank you to Dr. Bradley at Froedtert Hospital, Wheaton Franciscan Hospice and all the Wheaton Franciscan Healthcare staff at St. Luke’s Hospital, the entire staff of Q101 in Chicago, Sherman & Tingle and the Morning Show, April Tingle, John Barth, Diversy Inc. and also all of their family, friends and Pastor Dave Dryer for all of the compassion showed to Denise. Surviving are her husband, Brad Jewell of Kenosha; her three children, Daniel Jewell of Kenosha, Samantha Jewell of El Paso, TX, and Jeffrey Jewell of Kenosha; her brothers and sisters, Ralph (Barbara) Fleming of Crystal River, FL, Rick Fleming of West Palm Beach, FL, Irene Ownes of Punta Gorda, FL, and Raymond (Leslie) Keen of Punta Gorda, FL; her four grandchildren; her best friend and mother-in-law, Carrie Jewell; and also her two dogs, Marley and Daphne. She was preceded in death by her parents and her step father, Doyle Keen. Funeral services will be held on Monday, January 17th, at Proko Funeral Home at 7:00 p.m. Visitation will be held on Monday at the funeral home from 4:00 p.m. until the time of the service. In lieu of flowers, memorials to the family would be appreciated. Also, a memorial benefit to help offset medical costs for Jewell will be held on Saturday, January 29th, at Coins Sports Bar from 3:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m.Proko Funeral Home & Crematory5111-60th StreetKenosha, WI 53144Phone: (262) 654-3533Visit Denise's Online Memorial Book at:www.prokofuneralhome.com
Condolences
Kathy Duberstine
January 19, 2011
Dear Jewell Family. My thoughts and prayers are with you. I am sorry for your loss. Denise was a great person and will be missed greatly.
Steve Nichols
January 17, 2011
Brad and Family our thoughts and prayers for peace and comfort are with you and yours. Love the Nichols
Chuck & Janet Kersten
January 17, 2011
Dear Carrie, Brad and Family,You are all in our prayers that God would heal your sorrow. Denise is now in heaven with no more pain. Someday through Jesus, we can all be reunited with our loved ones in heaven.God be with you all,Chuck & Janet Kersten
Steven and Lisa Eichorst
January 17, 2011
We're so sorry for your loss, our thoughts and prayer's are with your family. May God help you through this time of need, God bless you and your family Brad. Steven and Lisa Eichorst and Jacob Salas
David Leedy
January 17, 2011
The highlight of the past several summers for me has always been the Brewer-Cub outing (and this is despite the Cubs beating the Brewers ever year!). From now on, any time I am watching the Brewers playing the Cubs, I'll think of Denise!!
Jackie McGarry
January 17, 2011
Dear Jewell family. I want so much to be present at the service to honor Denise. I worked with Denise and she made coming to work enjoyable. She had a great energy, great humor, and great compassion. She made me smile when I was sad, supported me through the most difficult time of my life and somehow always knew where my things were when I misplaced them. I will miss her very much. What a beautiful and courageous woman. Unfortunately, the distance and the snow will keep me from attending the service, but Denise, you and your family are in my heart.
Norman Plattenberg
January 15, 2011
Dear Bradley and Family, It is with great sadness to learn of the passing of your wife Denise. We still remember you from years ago and hope to see you in Kenosha in the near future. Love, Norm,Carol, and girls (Plattenberg)
wendy(heinzman) cross
January 15, 2011
BRAD,CARIE AND KIDS,SO SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT DENISE-THINKING OF YOU ALL WENDY HEINZMAN CROSS
Eric Wnuck
January 15, 2011
Brad. I am sorry about your loss. We will pray for you and your family. Eric Wnuck
Donna White..currently in Englewood,Fl
January 14, 2011
For Carrie.....I'm so sorry for your loss, I know you loved her so.I had the pleasure of meeting her in the hospital,she was a beautiful lady.You will carry her in your heart, she will be your angel......Love and smooches, Donna
Irene Owens
January 14, 2011
Brad and family, I wish there were magic words that would take away the sorrow you feel now and replace it with joy. I do hope you know that Denise is rejoicing right now in heaven with family and friends that were already there. Family meant everything to her and she fought very hard to stay as long as she could with you. She will be greatly missed. Please remember how very proud she was of each of you. Love, Aunt Irene
Rhonda Sisco
January 14, 2011
Brad and family, I was never able to meet Denise but I feel like I knew her. She sounds like a wonderful woman and I'm sorry she has gone so young. Remember the precious memories that you have and know that she is watching over you all. She fought a courageous battle and is no longer suffering. My prayers are you and please dont hesitate to call for anything. :)
Chris Andersen
January 14, 2011
May you feel comforted that Denise was loved so much by so many & will be missed. She has left a beautiful imprint in this world. Below is one of my favorite poems, which I hope will give you some peace during this most difficult of times.TRANQUILITYby Wyatt CooperLife itself is brief, and yet each life encloses all eternity. We are, all of us, separately and together, engaged on the same tough journey.Each of us alike tastes of its joys and its sorrows. Each of us gets by as best he can.And we must, whenever possible, reach out to each other, tentatively to touch, with our hands, with our eyes, and with our hearts. We must wish for each other love and laughter, smiles and sunshine, good thoughts and happy days.We must go rejoicing in the blessings of this world, chief of which is the mystery, the magic, the majesty and the miracle that is life.
Jennifer & Joe Kleinhenz
January 13, 2011
Brad & family,We are deeply saddened by your loss. Denise was an amazing woman, taken too early from us. Know that we mourn with you and we hope that your memories give you solace at this time. Denise is watching over you all, and now that sweet grandbaby has a wonderful guardian angel. Love,Joe & Jen Kleinhenz
Robb Estand
January 13, 2011
Brad, Daniel, Samantha and Jeffery, I was never lucky enough to get the chance to meet Denise, but I felt like I knew her through you Brad and everybody else I know that did meet her and talked about her. Losing someone so close to you is very hard, the one thing to remember is that she is no longer suffering and she is now healthy again. One day you all will be together again, until then just remember that she's always keeping an eye on you and one hand upon your shoulder. There's one more angel in heaven. May God bless you all during this hard time and throughout your years. - Robb
Lisa Pascucci-Benn
January 13, 2011
Dear Brad and family~ There seems so little I can say, so little I can do when you have lost a loved one who meant so much to you..... Still, many sympathetic thoughts are being sent your way to let you know how much I care and share your loss today. May the memories of your loving wife and mother bring you peace and comfort in the days ahead.Thoughts and prayers.Lisa
Norma Diaz
January 13, 2011
Brad, words come hard at a time like this. Wishing you and your Family many moments filled with wonderful memories of Denise. Melody was so happy to be able to meet her, that is a moment she will cherish all her life. Blessing to you.
Tony Tranchita
January 13, 2011
Brad and the rest of the family,I am deeply sorry for your loss if there is anything I can do feel free to call.