Jennifer R. “Jenny" Hattan
January 26, 2009
Hattan, Jennifer R. “Jenny”, 36, died Monday, January 26, 2009. Memorial service will be 1:00 P.M., Saturday, January 31, at Botanica, The Wichita Gardens. Jenny graduated from Kapaun Mt. Carmel High School in 1990 and received her Bachelors Degree from Florida Atlantic University. She had a passion for cooking, was a certified personal trainer and her talent for landscape design served her well. She had a strong affection for “puppy schmuppies”, a wonderful sense of humor and an infectious laugh. Jenny will be deeply missed. Survivors: parents, Judy Zuercher (Greg Rupp) of San Jose, CA, Jim (Terri) Hattan of Wichita; sister, Jill Hattan of Wichita; nephew, Elliot Hattan; grandfather, Bill J. Zuercher; uncles, Bill C. Zuercher, John Hattan, Jerry Hattan; aunts, Jan Aaron, Leslie Sublett, Debbie Hattan and Elaine Hattan; cousins, Lee Michelle Mattingly, James Mattingly, Andy and Alex Rohr, Andrea, Zeph, Brian Liam Hattan; step-sisters, Taylor, Kendal Morgan Lovett; and her beloved dog Oliver. In lieu of flowers, memorials have been established with Higher Ground, 247 N. Market, Wichita, KS 67202, Lifeline Animal Placement and Protection, (LAPP), 310 W. 45th N. Wichita, KS, 67204 and Botanica, The Wichita Gardens, 701 Amidon, Wichita, KS, 67203. Downing Lahey Mortuary East.
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Judy and Family, I wanted to share a story with you about how special Jenny is to me. I want to start by telling Judy that I am Jane Luellen’s Neice and let you know I am also Brian Gaddis’ sister-in-law. three years ago I was pregnant and the doctor put me on bed rest because my water broke early every day Jenny came over to check on me and would make me some kind of wonderful soup that she would make. Then when I went into labor which was not a happy time because we knew he was not going to make she was at the hospital with me and my family and got to see my son. It meant so much to me that she was there for me even though we did not know eachother well. She is very special to me and I will miss her. Your family is in me prayers. Jenny Gaddis
Terri, Lori Primm informed me of your loss as she thought she might need a sub. You have my sincere sympathies. I have shared with you that I have raised a precious child who lives in a very ‘fragile world.’ We have often considered the fact that we might lose her at a young age. We have been blessed thus far. My prayer is that all of you will find peace and comfort. Her struggle is over. God Bless you all, Dale Retter
Dear Jimmy and Family, We are so sorry to learn of your loss of Jill. Our prayers are with you. May you have fond memories of good times past.
Words are not adequate to express the sorrow and grief that we share with you in the loss of your precious daughter and sister.No one can know the depth of pain unless they have also experienced it.Please know that our prayers are with you.If there is ever a need to meet and share the ‘journey’,we are available.May the Lord surround you with His comforting hands.
Jill, I feel confident that Jenny is with Molly and they are both praying for us as we pray for them. God bless you and your family. All our love and prayers, Ann, Timmy, Jamie, & Libby Spradlin
I’m so sorry to read of Jenny’s death. I went to preschool with her at Wichita Collegiate. I was 3 yrs old and she was 4. I have not seen her since then but have never forgotten her. She is listed in my baby book under ‘first friends’. I can remember playing with her at preschool- I was a very shy little girl & I think I followed her around a lot. My prayers have been with your family.
Jill, I’m so sorry for you and your family at this time. If there is anything I can do for you, please let me know. I lost a sister a year ago and it was the hardest thing I have ever lived through. Being a tiwn, I’m sure makes it even harder. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Julie Polo CLub Apartments
I am so sorry for your loss. I have such great memories of Jenny and Jill and the fun times we had together as kids. May God hold you in his arms and comfort you all during this trying time. Our thoughts and prayers are with everyone. Jenny will be missed.
Dear Jill, Elliott, Judy, Jim and the rest of the Hattan Family, I can only imagine what you feel, how hurt you are, what loss you feel. I am so very sorry from the bottom of my heart. I pulled out some old photographs yesterday and saw Jennys smiling face and remember all the laughs we had shared. As I look back, those moments and her friendship were so very dear. She had such an easy way with people and her laugh was contagious! I know that the last few years were very challenging for her. My hope is that her restless spirit is now at peace. I will be praying for that. I wish I could be in Wichita on Saturday. Jill, although Im at a distance, please let me know if there is anything I can do. My heart and my tears are with you, Chrissie
Dear Judy: I just learned the news of Jennifer’s death. I am so very sorry for your loss. It sounds like she was a wonderful young lady, just like her mother when we met many years ago. My prayers are with you.
JIM AND FAMILY, WORDS CANNOT EXPRESS THE SADNESS I FEEL FOR YOU AND YOUR FAMILY AT THE LOSS OF JENNY. YOU ARE IN OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS AND I KNOW THAT YOU HAVE DONE AND DID EVERYTHING YOU COULD TO HELP HER. I LOOK FORWARD TO ,I HOPE, SEEING YOU NEXT WEEK! RIC
Dear Jim, Please know our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. We are so very sorry for the loss of your beautiful daughter. Love Sandy & Connie DiPasquale
I’m sorry for your loss. The few times I got to hang out with Jenny she always made me laugh. (Well, except for the one time she conned me into taking one of her fitness classes, that was just painful!) I remember one time we were both living in Riverside and she took pity on my bachelor lifestyle, and invited me over for some homemade pizza. However, the dough was all gooey and made a big mess that we laughed about. I had to drive to KC the next day, and she wouldn’t let me leave until she gave me a comedy cd to listen to on the way to entertain me. One of the last times I saw her I think she was painting her basement and enjoying listening to records on an record player she’d been given. I’m glad for the time we were able to spend together.
Dear Judy, Jim and Jill, I was so very, very sad to open the paper today and read that your precious Jenny had died on Monday. My heart is aching for all of you and the rest of your beloved family. I remember so well babysitting the girls that one summer when you were all still together. Jenny was such a sweet, funny goofball and Jill was so serious and had such a great, dry sense of humor. I adored babysitting for both girls so much – they were so much fun and so mature for their age. I have seen Jill and Elliot out at Collegiate and I knew Jenny was here in town, but I never got to see her and I am so sorry for that. It was just fun to realize that these very bright, fun-loving young ladies had grown into beautiful young women and I want you to know that I will always cherish my memories of the time I spent with the girls. Jill – every time I see you on TV, I think how proud your dad and grandpa must be – you are such a great role model for young business women today! You are all in my prayers and thoughts as you hold each other up during this very difficult time. Please know I am with you in spirit. Much love, Joan
I’m so sorry for you loss. Jenny was beautiful inside and out and she always made me smile. I’m praying for your entire family.
Jill, I am so sorry for your loss. My heart goes out to you,Elliot and family. With much prayers and love, Debbie & Family
Dear Judy: Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Our deepest sympathy. Ann & Keith Parker
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family
I am sorry for your loss-She was a very wonderful girI and I have been thinking of little else these past few days- Jim Hattan is one of the finest people I have known in my 72 years
Judy and family, I am very sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you.
I JUST WANT TO SAY IM SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS JENNIFER WAS AN AWESOME PERSON I MET HER AT MY STORE WE KIND OF HAD THE SAME VIEWS IN LIFE I CANT BELIEVE SHE IS GONE THIS IS SO UNEXPECTED I WILL TRULY TRULY MISS HER.
Jim – I am so sorry for your loss. I am keeping you and your family in my thoughts and prayers through this difficult time.