Dear Entwistle and Bossard families,

Over the last weeks, I have thought often of Jenny. One thought kept recurring. She was such a kind person. Proverbs 31:26 came to mind. " She opens her mouth with wisdom, And on her tongue is the law of kindness." That was Jenny. Kindness ruled her words. Even in the times when forced to disagree with someone or to "take someone to task," she could do it nicely.

But kindness wasn't the law that governed only her words. It ruled her life. That's why she listened to others. That's why she prayed for them. That's why people gravitated to her. They saw in her a caring heart.

Jenny is one of the best examples I've ever known of someone who displayed the attributes of love mentioned in I Corintihians 13: "Love . . . is kind; love does not envy; love does not parade itself, is not puffed up; does not behave rudely, does not seek its own, is not provoked, thinks no evil; does not rejoice in iniquity, but rejoices in the truth; bears all things, believes all things, hopes all things, endures all things."

During her lifetime, Jenny Bossard Entwistle honored God and loved others. I am so blessed to have known and been influenced by her for so many years.

I'm so sorry for your loss at 57 that is too young to leave us I know that she is doing good things with God

Though I'm sorry to say I was unable to get to know her well, I know that Jenny will be greatly missed by many. Her friendliness and warm smile made us feel so welcome when we moved to this community a few years ago. My condolences to your family.

My friendship with Jenny lasted over 50 years. That's really unusual, especially when--for over half that time--Jenny and I lived over 600 miles apart. I have MANY fond memories, but here a few things that stand out.

Jenny was a hard and conscientious worker. Any job that needed to be done was to be finished on time and done well. Whether that was mowing grass (often in tandem with Tim and Tom), practicing piano, making Christmas wreaths, or even feeding pigs, it would be done well if Jenny was involved.

Jenny loved her family. As children, Cindy and I spent as much time as we could at the Bossard home for the very simple reason that we loved being there. There were always interesting projects that someone was tackling, hours of laughter and/or concentration over board games, and lovely, long chats. When Rebekah, Ryan and Sean were young, the Entwistle family visited us in SC. We so enjoyed that. One memory that's locked into my mind is of Jenny, surrounded by little children, reading a book to as many as she could snuggle around her. And then, just two years ago, I stopped over to visit Jenny for a few hours while in PA for a quick visit to my parents. It was the weekend before Matthew's birthday. All of her children were home for the weekend to celebrate with him. Everyone was working at projects, and Jenny was SO happy. We chatted while she entertained her little granddaughters and told me how blessed she was.

Jenny was the quintessential friend. She listened. She encouraged. She cared. She knew how to ask probing questions that really made you think, especially if she felt that the path you were considering wasn't the best. Rather than tell you that, Jenny would pose a question. "Why do you think that's best?" "Have you talked with others?" "Have you prayed about this?" Jenny wanted the best for her friends, and gave of herself and her time to help them.

As I prepared to write this, I pulled out my Maplewood High School year book for our Class of 1977 and read Jenny's words to me. As was typical of her, Jenny downplayed difficulties, thanked me for being her friend, and expressed great confidence about the future. Some of her closing words were: "I feel sure that commencement won't end our friendship. Many kids (classmates) we will never see again. I'll see you here lots more plus in glory forever. I am convinced that we will achieve the 'impossible' task of remaining friends--close friends."

Jenny was exactly right. Our friendship lasted, and will be rekindled in heaven. Until then, she will be greatly missed.

Dear Precious Jackie and Scott we are sorry for the loss of your sweet beautiful sister Jenny. Our hearts hurt and pray for you and all the family! May our God of all comfort be with you and bless you greatly as you grieve her passing and rejoice in her union with our dear precious Lord. May your hearts be comforted with the resurrection promise and hope of joining her and our Lord. God bless you dear precious beloved.

Ken & Tammy Clement

We had Co-op together. My daughter and Matthew shared classes. Our heart goes out to him and the rest of the family. She was so kind. Praying for your family.

My prayers and love are with you all

Though I have only known Jenny and her family for the last month, they are a group of individuals whom which I will never forget. I believe that God works thorough people and I know there is a reason that I met all of you. Jenny, your smile and kind spirit could light up any room. You will be deeply missed. My deepest sympathies are with the entire family during this very difficult time. Love to you all.