Condolences
OUr sympaties to the family of a wonderful, well loved woman. She was well liked by four generations of Baker women in my family! We will miss her
Even though I didn't know Jan very well she always took time to talk with me. Just wanted you to know that I am thinking of you, her family.
I had Jan as my P E teacher when I was a senior at CCHS. We were just 5 years apart in age and it made us more friends than teacher/student. We had some good times discussing our future husbands (Art & Frank). I am truly sorry for your loss. I will always remember her. Sincerely, Maxine
I just found out about this sad event and I wish to pass on my condolences to the family. I am deeply saddened by this as I truly cared for Mrs. K. She helped me out many times through some very tough years for me between Jr. High and High School. I am so sorry for your loss and rest assured she will be missed even as far away as the Islands.
Mom texted me with your sad news, I'm just so sorry for your loss I know you guys were so close you will miss her horribly, Mrs K meant so much to so many. She was one in a million.
Dear Kim, Liz, Scott & Mr. K I am sorry for your loss and sorry I was unable to be there with you today. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. She will be missed greatly. Sharon & Luke
We were saddened to hear of Jana's death. Even though we didn't know her well, she was always very pleasant to be around. I always admired how pretty & neat her hair & clothes were, along with her beautiful smile! May your HAPPY memories of your loved one help all of you to "Heal". God Bless all of you & the newest Otter Lake Angel in heaven.
She was one of my favorite substitute teachers! I really got motivated around her. I loved her so much and will miss her terribly. She will be missed by so many and the Carlinville community will never be the same.
I am saddened by the news of of Mrs. K's passing. Mrs. K was like a mentor to me my first two years of teaching way back in 1976-78 when I began my teaching career. I have fond memories of working with Mrs. K. She was such a dedicated person; not only to teaching, but to her family. May her love fill your hearts forever with fond memories.
Mrs. K was so kind and jolly. I can still hear her laughter. What a special lady.
My thoughts and prayers go out to the family. God Bless...
Linda Rudolph
To the Konneker family:
I am truly sorry to hear that Mrs. K has left us. She was a wonderful person, and I was blessed to have her influence my life through her teaching.
Jan was a wonderful person with personality to match. They must have needed another smile in heaven. My thoughts and prayers to the Konneker family.
There will never be another Mrs. K. She was an awesome teacher. She pushed her girls to the limit, yet you could see a twinkle of love in her eyes as she was pushing. I will always be thankful that she did not force us to take showers with the little 12" X 18" towels.
Thanks to your family for sharing her with all of Carlinville. A wonderful example for us all.
My prayers are with you. Janie Ashworth
To the Konneker Family:
As one who worked many years with Jan as part of the Carlinville schools, I want to extend condolences to you all. What a wonderful legacy she left after working with all the students who were fortunate to have her as a mentor and friend. I will always remember her as one who was tough and demanding, but with a heart of gold and a caring demeanor that reached many of her students--as reflected from the many messages from former students in this memorial book. She was a great teacher and person.
Art, Kim, Liz & Scott You have my deepest sympathy. Jan was a very special & amazing woman. She will be truly missed by all who knew her. You are in my thoughts & prayers.
Konnekers: As you all, who know me, know The Konneker home was my second home and all the Konnekers my family. I always loved Jan. Please tell Art and the kids they have my prayers. God must have a class for her to teach. Lenna
To the family of Mrs. K(Grandma). She was such a great woman that told it like it was. Made of steel with a heart of gold. There needs to be more teachers like her now days. I am greatful that I had her for a teacher. What amazed me was after all these years she still new my husband and I's names. Heaven was blessed on July 13th!
Carlinville has lost another great one! Losing someone so special and so unique is something difficult to endure. Rely on the support of friends and family to help you through this sad time, but continue to remember the good times. Mrs. K was so full of life (and a few other things)--I am so sorry for your loss. I know how painful it is to lose your mother. No words can take away the hurt or fill the void that exists. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
To the entire Konneker Family, Please accept our deepest sympathy as you go through this difficult loss. Jan was such a jewel and will be greatly missed by everyone. Our love to you all.
Tom & Beth
I last saw Jan in the front lot of CMS the last few days of school. She always had a kind hello and a "What are you up to?" I always think of her and smile. I also fondly remember what I will call "Janisms" and laugh!! I thank God that my boys had the privilege of knowing her while at CMS. It was also a privilege for me to work with Jan. I have to believe she continues to pray for us in God's arms. My prayers to all the Konnekers and family.
Dear Art and family We were saddened to hear of Jan's death. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this very difficult time.
to the jana konneker family sorry to hear of her passing mrs k has touched so many people ,we have losted a true very careing one of a kind person. not only has the passing hit hard on the family ?.but the whole area.? and so many grad, of carlinville high.? my thoughts and prayers be with you.
Mrs. Konneker was a very special individual who had such a postiive influence on all of her students. Having been lucky enough to learn from her and enjoy her wonderful wit was really a honor. Sending my thoughts and prayers to her loving family as she will be greatly missed.
to all the family; Certain people just seem to enhance the world with their lives. Jan was one of those special people who will be truly missed. She offered so much to all those who knew her. Her love for family was immense. You are all in my prayers and thoughts during this very difficult time.
Jan Geninaati
There is a new "angel" in heaven -- Jan was such a special person. She will be missed by all who knew and loved her. You are in our thoughts and prayers. May God's grace be sufficient to see you through this difficult time.
Liz & Bart we are so sorry for your sudden loss. We could tell that she loved being at the lake and she will be missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
If asked who were my favorite teachers there were 3 Mrs. Konneker was at the very top. And I agree with what everyone else has written. She was a fine lady.
Mrs Konneker was a totally wonderful lady.. Loved her... My thoughts and prayers are with you!
This is from one of my favorite songs...
"I've heard it said that people come into our lives for a reason, bringing something we must learn. And we are led to those who help us most to grow, if we let them and we help them in return. Well, I don't know if I believe that's true, but I know I'm who I am today because I knew you..."
Jan touched so many lives. We will always love her.
To the Konneker family, you are in my thoughts and prayers. I had Mrs K. in high school and loved her for her passion she had with her students. She will truly be missed .
The Armour Kids feel like we have lost our other Mother. Jan was a gem. Thank You, Art, Kim, Liz, and Scott for sharing her with us. We will miss her dearly.
Art, Kim, Liz, Scott and families, We are so sorry for your loss, the loss of a truly treasured, respected and valued member of the community. She touched many many lives in such a positive way. Anyone who had the opportunity to learn from her, or know her in any way is truly blessed. Our heartfelt sympathy and friendship at this time and in the days ahead...
She will be missed by so many. She touched our lives as a teacher and a friend in a myriad of ways. We all have such great memories of her. My sympathy to her family in bearing such a great loss.
No words can describe such an extraordinary lady, the only thing we can say is not only did she touch our hearts, but that we are BLESSED to have known Jan, she was truly a gift from GOD! Our deepest sympathy and prayers are with your family at this difficult time!!!
MY PRAYERS ARE WITH JANS FAMILY.I KNOW SHE WILL BE GREATLY MISSED.SHE WAS AN AWSOME TEACHER.SHE WILL ALWAYS BE WITH US IN MEMORY AND IM SURE SHE WILL BE WATCHING FROM HEAVAN.
My heart goes out to the family , and prayers for comfort from God, lean on Him. I will always have a special place for Mrs K. in my heart, never will there be anyone who cared more for her kids.
My deepest sympathy goes to the Konneker family! Mrs. K will greatly be missed. Art and Jan were great friends with my Grandma and Grandpa and Jan was like a grandmother figure to me! I know right now that Jan and my Grandma Hampton are in Heaven enjoying their time together again!!! May God bless you and your family through this difficult time!
My thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of great sadness. Mrs. K was a great member of our school system and our community and she is missed deeply already.
Jan was a wonderful lady. I know she will be missed by many. My thoughts and prayers are with the family during this difficult time.
My deepest sympathy to the Konneker Family. Jana was actually my first friend in Carlinville when I came to teach at the High School. I will miss her wonderful sarcasm and her great laugh. She was a great friend. My prayers are with you.
Mrs. K wasn't just my favorite teacher, she was my friend and like a mother to me. She was an example to me in school of the kind of person I needed to grow up to be, and she has always been an example to me since then. I can't begin to explain how much I will miss her! Who will be there to pick on me & tell me, "Don't do as I do, do as I say"? She was a very dear friend, and my heart goes out to you, her family.
she will be sadly missed our thoughts and prayers are with the family
My thoughts and prayers to the entire family!! The world will just not be the same...Mrs. K touched so many lives. I hope that fact brings some comfort in this sad time.
Mrs. K was one of a kind and will be deeply missed. Words can't express how sorry I am to the Konneker Family! My Prayers are with you.
To the entire Konneker family, II extend my deepest sympathies. What a treasure she was....Oh, we all have such fond memories. With kind regards, Marjie Best
To the Konneker Family .....
I'm so sorry to hear about Jan's passing. She was a great lady and well respected. One of my favorite teachers! You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Jan will be missed greatly at the Middle & High School. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
One of a kind Mrs K was!!! I feel like I have been blessed to have known her! Our thoughts and prayers are with her entire family......Our school distrit will not be the same without her. RIP Mrs K.
To the Konnekers: So sorry to hear of your loss. Jan will be greatly missed. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Art, Liz & Kim-Words can't express how sorry we are right now. We love you all.
To the Konneker Family: So sorry for your loss. She will be remembered fondly by many as an inspiring and caring educator.