Jennifer Tye
Obituary
Jennifer Jean (Hill) Tye was born on July 27, 1959 to Richard and Patsy (McCracken) Hill in Trenton, MO. She grew up in Trenton, where she attended school and graduated from Trenton High School in 1977. She attended the University of Missouri-Columbia and St. Luke's School of Nursing, graduating in 1982 as a registered nurse.
Jennifer married Doug Tye November 27, 1982 in Trenton and the couple made their home in Springfield, MO until relocating to Tulsa in 1989.
Jennifer was a member of Boston Avenue United Methodist Church. In addition to being a homemaker, she also volunteered with the Red Cross and at her children's schools in the Jenks School District.
Jennifer was a loving mother and wife. She was devoted to her family and friends and will be dearly missed.
Jennifer leaves behind her husband, Doug; her children, Brett and Matt. She is also survived by her mother, Patsy Hill; her sisters, Jeri Anne Herington and her husband, Marty, and Julie Hill; nieces, nephew, aunts, uncles, and cousins. Jennifer was preceded in death by her father, Richard and her infant daughter, Katherine Hillary.
A memorial service will be held 1:00 PM Saturday, May 22, 2010 at the Boston Avenue Methodist Church. A reception at the church will follow the service.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests contributions in Jennifer's memory to Big Brothers and Sisters of Oklahoma, 5840 South Memorial, Suite 111, Tulsa, OK 74145 or the Hill Scholarship Fund c/o Wesley United Methodist Church, 113 E. 9th St., Trenton, Missouri 64683.
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Tributes & Memories
You had such an impact on my life. I miss you every single day.
I'll never forget the unconditional love and support you gave me.
Matthew Tye
I am so sorry to hear of Jennifer's passing. She was in my nursing school class, and lived right across the hall from me in the St. Luke's dorm. I remember her fabulous laugh, and how much she loved Doug. I am so sorry for you. - Tori Thank you, Tori (Kyle) Howk 11/15/2010 03:27:58 PM
Tori Howk
Brett and Matthew -- your mom was so incredibly proud of you two. I'm sorry for your loss. She will be remembered as a loving mother and friend. Andrea Davis
andrea davis
Doug and Family, I am so sorry to hear of Jennifer's passing. We were born a day apart and grew up together. You are in my prayers!!!
Randy Johnson
So sorry for you loss. I have known Jennifer all her life in Trenton. My thoughts and prayers are with the family at this time. Sharon Ferris
Sharon Ferris
I am so sad. I remember performing the wedding and now I share my prayers during your time of grief.
Larry Linville
So sorry to hear about Jennifer..she always had a kind and bubbly spirit..always a smile for anyone. The world needs more people like her.
Ralph Henderson
I am deeply saddened to hear of Jennifer's passing. My deepest sympathy, thoughts and prayers go out to Doug and the family.
Danette Lear
Doug, I am so sorry to hear of your loss, We are thinking of you and your family. Tim
Tim Allnutt
Mary Bones
Doug, You and the boys are in our thoughts and prayers.
Natalie Williams
Doug, You and your boys are in our thoughts and prayers. Jerry Lou, Andy, Ashley, Allyson, Alyssa & Glen Rowland
Jerry Rowland