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Remembering Audrey Louise Jandernoa

Audrey Louise Jandernoa, age 5 of Grand Rapids, went home to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on Friday, January 26, 2018. She was preceded in death by her great grandparents, Don and Patricia Jandernoa, Gordon and Merna LaHuis, Joe Borek, Jean LaHuis, and Thomas Zoellner. Audrey was the beloved and cherished daughter of Carl and Kelly Jandernoa. She will be dearly missed by her brother, Tommy and sister, Samantha “Sammer”; grandparents, Mike and Sue Jandernoa, Tom and Margaret LaHuis; many aunts, uncles and cousins. Audrey was a shining example of love for one another to so many relatives and friends. She was a vivacious, fun loving child who took great joy in experiencing all aspects of life and took her world by storm. Sweet Audrey Lou was unstoppable and spread her contagious smile to all she met. The funeral mass will be celebrated on Wednesday, January 31, 2018, at 11:00 am at St. Robert of Newminster Catholic Church, 6477 Ada Dr. SE, Ada with Fr. James Chelich presiding. Relatives and friends may join the family for a Celebration of Life from 5 to 8 pm on Tuesday, January 30 at St. Nicholas Cultural Center, 2250 East Paris Ave. SE, Grand Rapids, with a vigil service at 7:30 pm. The family will also receive visitors one hour prior to mass from 10 to 11 am at church. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Thomas the Apostle School – Inclusion Program.

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February 07, 2018 7:40am

Dear family, I'm so sorry for the loss of your precious little Audrey. May the God of all comfort give you peace to help you cope during this difficult time. We look forward to seeing our dead loved ones again in the righteous paradise here on earth very soon. Acts 24:15; Psalm 37:29 [url=https://www.jw.org/finder?wtlocale=E&pub=we&srcid=share]https://www.jw.org/finder?wtlocale=E&pub=we&srcid=share[/url]

— LM

February 03, 2018 1:34am

My heart is aching for all of you. I never met Audrey, but seeing all her Facebook pics and her beautiful smile I felt like I knew her. Looking at her always brought a smile to my face. I believe that she is smiling down on you and having fun with our greatest God. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. She will live on in all of your wonderful memories. She certainly was loved. She is your special Angel. Gerry and Patti Wojtaszek

— Patti Wilterdink Wojtaszek

February 02, 2018 4:32pm

Our hearts are broken for your extreme loss. We are praying for your family and offer our deepest sympathy and our love. Your beautiful daughter Audrey touched the world with her life.

— Tim and Amy Royer

February 01, 2018 9:00pm

Carl and Kelly, My heart goes out to you and your family during this difficult time. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

— Colleen Drake (Carnegie)

February 01, 2018 4:21am

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during these difficult times. Blessings to all. Mimi and Stephen Conner Wuskowhan Family

— Mimi and Stephen Conner

January 31, 2018 3:31pm

Kelly and Family ~ You are in my prayers! I pray that you find peace and comfort in knowing your beautiful Audrey is smiling down on you from heaven.

— Kristi (VandeZande) Menzel

January 31, 2018 12:15pm

My deepest sympathy to Marg and Tom and all of your family. I've always enjoyed seeing Audrey's precious smile on Facebook. May God bless all of you and hold you in his arms at this time.

— Geoff Brown

January 31, 2018 11:35am

Susie_ I was devastated to see Audrey's announcement. I pray the Lord will hold you and your family close at this challenging time.

— Sj King

January 31, 2018 8:30am

I had the pleasure of meeting lady Audrey at Holly and Steve’s house. She is a bright light that has a smile that could launch a thousand ships. You are all in my heart. What a special girl. She’s still with you.

— The Berkel Family

January 31, 2018 7:58am

Thinking of you and your family and wishing you grace and peace now and the days ahead. Our son Evan attended preschool with Audrey a couple years ago. It was always such a joy watching her walk out of class each day with the biggest smile on her face when I was there to pick Evan up . I admired how much she seemed to care for classmates at such a young age. We will keep your family in our prayers. Mike, Sara , Thys & Evan Vanderwoude

— Sara VanderWoude

January 31, 2018 7:19am

We are heartbroken to hear of the loss of dear Audrey. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

— Sarah Calnan

January 31, 2018 5:22am

I only met her once, but I remember that smile and her great enthusiasm. Keeping your family in my prayers.

— Micki Benz

January 31, 2018 4:57am

Our deepest sympathy and prayers go out to your family. May God bring peace and comfort to your entire family. > The Meguire's and the GPO Family

— Kevin and Patti Meguire

January 31, 2018 4:47am

Thinking of you and offering you hope and comfort in this sorrowed time.

— Dominique, Bob, and Nicole DeNooyer

January 31, 2018 4:06am

We are sadden to hear of your loss of your shining light in your lives. Our deepest prayers for the whole family in this time of sorrow. Jason, Rachel, Holly & Jared Jandernoa

— Jason and Rachel Jandernoa

January 31, 2018 3:01am

Carl and family: I am so sorry for the loss of your beautiful daughter. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

— Bruce Heeren

January 30, 2018 5:36pm

There are no words when someone so full of love and life leave us. Audrey had such a love of books and voracious curiosity about the world. This is how I will remember her gentle spirit.

— Michelle Gallery

January 30, 2018 5:34pm

There are no words when someone so full of love and life leave us. I am so grateful to have known Audrey and her kind spirit. I will remember her love of books and voracious curiosity about the world.

— Michelle Gallery

January 30, 2018 5:32pm

There are no words when someone so full of life and love leave us. I am just so thankful for knowing Audrey and her kind spirit, love of books, and voracious curiosity of the world around her. She is deeply missed.

— Michelle Gallery

January 30, 2018 4:22pm

Dear Sue and Mike, So sad to hear of your precious grandchild's passing. May God hold you close. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Warmly, Marilyn King Lawrence

— Marilyn King Lawrence

January 30, 2018 4:11pm

Carl, Kelly, and family, We are so sorry to hear of the passing of your daughter. Our prayers are with you.

— Chris and Jen Stoddard

January 30, 2018 3:26pm

You and your family are in so many of our thoughts and prayers. May you be surrounded by lots of love from family and friends. Courtney and Greg Gabridge (Schiefler) ❤️

— Courtney Gabridge (Schiefler)

January 30, 2018 2:29pm

We are so saddened by the death of Audrey. Although we did not know her, her photo says it all...she was obviously a delightful, fun-loving child who won everyone's heart who knew her. Our prayers are with the entire family.

— Jim and Ginger Jurries

January 30, 2018 1:40pm

Our hearts are broken for your family, Marcy and I and our family are praying for Audry and your family. Mark, Marcy, Lindsy, Brayton, Roger and Brittany. We love you all.

— Mark and Marcy Belanger

January 30, 2018 1:28pm

Carl, Kelly, and family, Our thoughts have been with you nonstop since we learned of Audrey's passing. We pray you find some comfort in your faith, family, friends, and the knowledge she is in the company of angels.

— Greg & Caroline Deja

January 30, 2018 1:20pm

Kelly, Carl, Tommy and Sam- We are heartbroken over the loss of sweet, precious Audrey. Our prayers are with you and your family. May God comfort you during this difficult time. Our deepest sympathy, The Dean family.

— Vivian, Diego, Joanna, Mike and Vivian

January 30, 2018 12:26pm

May God hold your family in the palm of His hand as He welcomes sweet Audrey into His Kingdom. Prayers of Peace and Love, The Butka Family

— Dave, Shawn, Kyle and Trey Butka

January 30, 2018 12:12pm

Our hearts are broken over the loss of your sweet Audrey! The light that came from her smile will never go out. Hugs and prayer to the whole Jandernoa family. Much love! Brad, Anne, Grace, Caroline and Maggie

— Anne McGovern Pinter

January 30, 2018 12:08pm

Kelly, Carl, Sue, Mike and Families, our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.

— Franco and Alessandra Bianchi

January 30, 2018 11:51am

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

— Keith, Cara, Kacie, & Colten Debbaudt

January 30, 2018 10:46am

I'm so very sorry for your loss. I pray that you can find strength in faith, family, and friends to get through such a loss. My prayers are with you and your entire family.

— David Young

January 30, 2018 10:34am

Kelly, Carl, and Family ... My brother (Bill Morrissey) told me about the sudden death of Audrey. How very sad!! I can only imagine the grief and sorrow that your family is experiencing! I am holding you in my heart and praying to God that you all will be held in His arms. Blessings! Pat Morrissey

— Patricia Morrissey

January 30, 2018 9:21am

I briefly met Audrey last summer during summer school. She smiled and my heart melted. Heaven gained a smiling angel. My deepest condolences.

— Cristina Buechler

January 30, 2018 8:58am

I so regret that I was never able to meet sweet Audrey but I know how loved she is by the way everyone talks about her and the way she lit up Alexis's life. Our family is praying for Audrey and all her family during this difficult time. She is wrapped in God's love now <3

— Meghann Vantatenhove

January 30, 2018 7:44am

Carl, Kelly, and family- Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. May loving memories of Audrey bring you peace, comfort, and strength. Nick & Chelsea Mascari

— Nick & Chelsea Mascari

January 30, 2018 5:53am

Kelly and Carl, Sue and Mike, My deepest condolences for your precious loss. My thoughts and prayers go out to you all.

— Emily VanderLaan

January 30, 2018 5:17am

From the sidelines of lacrosse games to the pool, each time I saw Audrey my day shined brighter. Her enthusiasm for life was contagious. We are so sorry for your loss. The Shelden/Foster family

— Jocelyn Foster

January 30, 2018 5:11am

Dear Jandernoa family-- We are so very sorry that you had to say goodbye to your beloved shining light of joy. May peace find you and love surround your in your time of sadness. With much love, Keri, Dan, and Kenny Dutkiewicz (Hungerford)

— Keri Dutkiewicz (Hungerford)

January 30, 2018 4:55am

Carl, Kelly, Sam, & Tommy, Our hearts go out to you and your family. We are deeply sorry for the loss of Audrey. Know that we are remembering and honoring her. God bless.

— Jeff & Monique Eardley

January 30, 2018 4:53am

Mike and Sue and Family, Holding you all in our thoughts and prayers. What a loss but what a life your Audrey lived and shared with so many.

— Rob and Shari Rodriguez

January 30, 2018 3:47am

Kelly, Carl and Family - Wishing you peace, comfort and courage as you face the days ahead, and loving memories of Audrey to hold forever in your heart.

— Tadd, Elma, Hayden and Charleigh

January 30, 2018 3:40am

I am so sorry for your heartbreaking loss. We are praying for your entire family

— Jessica (Stein) Ferris

January 30, 2018 3:33am

As parents of our own angel that left us far too soon, we grieve with your family; but we know the blessings a beautiful little one like Audrey must have provided and we join the celebration for the gift she must have been. God be with you now and in the months and years to come.

— Doug Luciani

January 30, 2018 2:40am

Audrey Lou! You and your family touched my heart in ways you'll never know! You guys are all so special. There was no greater joy than walking into your home, being greeted by smiles bigger than the world, watching you grow, and watching your family love on you! I still have the post-it note that Sam gave me to help me remember to do all the things I needed to do! I am so thankful for your life and the love that is so present in your family. You will be so very missed sweet love! Hugs and prayers to the entire family!!!!

— Cheri Kay Sessions

January 30, 2018 1:05am

Dear Jandernoa Family, Our thoughts and prayers go out to you. May your family's love bring you comfort and peace while you cherish Audrey's short life. Joe & Val Schmieder

— Joe & Val Schmieder

January 30, 2018 12:53am

Carl, Kelly, Tommy & Samantha, We are so deeply sorry to hear about your loss. Words cannot express our sympathy. Audrey’s bright smile and love for life will surely be missed. She had such a gift for warming SO MANY hearts. Our prayers are with you and your entire family. Matt & Bethany Brown

— Matt & Bethany Brown & kids

January 29, 2018 11:49pm

Our heartfelt condolences to your entire family. Be assured of our thoughts and prayers as you mourn her loss and celebrate her life and all those she has touched.

— Mark and Kathy Morrow

January 29, 2018 4:12pm

Your family is in our thoughts and prayers. May the Lord hold Audrey in the palm of his hand. God bless. The Robinet Family

— Michael and Michele Robinet

January 29, 2018 2:36pm

Our deepest, deepest sympathies to you all Our hearts ache for you and we send our love and prayers.

— Madelon Hassberger

January 29, 2018 12:05pm

Kelly, Carl, Tommy, and Samantha, Audrey has touched all of our hearts with her contagious love and joy, we are thankful to have known her. We are wishing all of you peace and divine comfort as you go through this difficult time. Love and blessings to you all, Erich, Becca, James and Seth

— Becca and Erich Harvey

January 29, 2018 11:49am

Kelly, Carl and Family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you!

— The Grinstead Family

January 29, 2018 11:37am

You are all in my prayers!

— Megan Downer

January 29, 2018 10:08am

Our hearts ache from hearing this news. Our deepest sympathy for your family. Stay close and surround yourself with friends and family -Lynn & Molly Loechli

— Lynn & Molly Loechli

January 29, 2018 8:45am

We all send our deepest love and prayer to you all. The kids and I loved swimming with Audrey this summer-she touched our hearts in such a beautiful way and we are grateful to pass that along to others. I imagine her huge heart, smile, and zest for life will be carried forward by every single person who met her and your beautiful family. Praying for you all. Romans 8:18.

— Ariel Juberg

January 29, 2018 8:23am

Dear Carl, Kelly and Family. I am so sorry for your loss. My God guide you through this difficult time. Audrey will be missed by all but will always be in your memories. My thought and prayers will be with you and the entire family Love Cathy Hendricks

— Cathy Hendricks

January 29, 2018 8:07am

Our deepest sympathy and prayers to cover you in God's most immense love! Audrey is resting in the arms of the Good Shepherd now! May profound peace and comfort surround you!

— Eric and Mary Ann Bridge & Family

January 29, 2018 7:41am

Carl, Kelly, and Family- Our thoughts are prayers are with you during this difficult time. We all know God has a plan, but its so hard to see Audrey pass so suddenly. We pray that God gives your family the strength you need and will see you later this week at the service to celebrate Audrey's life. God bless you all. Dave and Carol Distel

— Dave Distel

January 29, 2018 7:33am

Our thoughts and prayers are with you here at R-Athletics. Audrey always lit up the room with her smile when she came to gymnastics class. I absolutely loved having her in class, and I am so glad I had the privilege of knowing her. We all are so sorry for your loss.

— Abby Shaw

January 29, 2018 7:24am

My sincere condolences. Tumi loses a friend he still talks about even after he left Ada elementary. We pray for comfort for you and the whole family. God bless

— Esai Umenei ( Tumi's Dad ) and Family

January 29, 2018 7:14am

Carl, Kelly, Tommy, and Sam I am so thankful that we had the chance to know Audrey. She was such an incredible force!! I am praying, along with countless others, for strength right now. There are just no words to really explain how sorry we are. Please know that we are in constant prayer for each one of you. Dan, Sara, Bryce & Sydney

— Peterson Family

January 29, 2018 7:00am

Carl Kelly Tommy and Samantha I am deeply sorry for the loss of your beautiful sweet loving Audrey. I know she was a bright ray of sunshine to everyone she encountered in her short life. Jesus has a beautiful baby angel. May God protect you and keep you strong in this time of grief. I’m praying for your family to hold on to each other and fill your hearts with peace and love. Sincerely, Katie Kemperman

— Katie Kemperman

January 29, 2018 6:45am

No words can describe our anguish for your family. Know we are lifting you up in our prayers...you are not alone, our faith family is by your side giving you strength to feed on when you feel you can’t go on. May her memory be eternal!

— Catherine Gage

January 29, 2018 6:44am

Our thoughts and prayers are with your family. Melanie and Norm Collins

— Melanie and Norm Collins

January 29, 2018 6:32am

Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

— Chuck and Arlene Lowery

January 29, 2018 6:28am

Audrey you are dancing with the Angels and spreading love in your Heavenly Home. Kelly, Carl and Family we are holding you close in our thoughts and prayers. Love, Uncle Marty and Aunt Barb

— Barbara Helmus

January 29, 2018 5:35am

Kelly, Carl, and family- Ariel and I are so very sorry for your huge loss. Our hearts are broken with you. May God continue to wrap His arms around your family. with love,

— Peter & Ariel Juberg

January 29, 2018 5:18am

Dear Kelly, Carl, Tommy, and Samantha, may God give you the strength and courage to go through this unimaginable time of grief as you mourn the loss of sweet, precious Audrey. Audrey was such a bright light of love and happiness, our lives were richly blessed to know and love her. May God be your refuge and strength, we love all of you so much! Praying for you dear friends.

— Mike, Alissa, Elleana, Averly and Selah Hollander

January 29, 2018 4:21am

Although we only had the privilege of meeting sweet Audrey a handful of times, her beautiful smile and fun loving spirit were contagious. It was obvious that she lit up your life. Carl, Kelly, Tommy, Samantha, and the entire Jandernoa and LaHuis families, we are deeply sorry for your immense loss. All of our thoughts, love and prayers are with you all.

— Katie Millman (Bowen)

January 29, 2018 4:17am

Our deepest sympathies and condolences. Audrey was a shining light and will be greatly missed. We are all praying for you and your whole family. May God comfort and give you his everlasting peace and love.

— Chris,Molly, Will, Kate, and Jack Nawrocki

January 29, 2018 4:14am

Giving love so abundantly, Audrey will always be the model of the joyful loving with which each of us should love one another. Holding you in our hearts, Ken and Noreen Hungerford

— Ken and Noreen Hungerford

January 28, 2018 9:57pm

Dear overseas family, Deepest condoleances. I'm so sorry for your loss.

— Patricia Lahuis

January 28, 2018 7:10pm

Dear Kelly, Carl, Tommy and Samantha, The sadness is so deep, there are hardly words. Yet tenderly we reach out to offer prayers, love and comfort. May God protect you and strengthen you during this time. We join our Church family surrounding you with love and comfort.

— Cecilia Cunningham and Katie, Devon and Mary Grace

January 28, 2018 4:37pm

God bless Audrey and all of the Jandernoa family-we are keeping her and all of you in our prayers.

— Brandon, Alec, Ashley, and Jack Stewart

January 28, 2018 4:13pm

We are so sorry and have been thinking about you all nonstop. Hold on to one another to get through and know her spirit is with you always~

— Matt & Julie Mead

January 28, 2018 3:54pm

Carl, Kelly and family, So sorry to hear this...my heart goes out to you with this terrible loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and everyone around you that loved Audrey. Sincerely Jim and Jessica (Burt) Carey

— Jessica Carey

January 28, 2018 3:30pm

Mike and Sue: Sue and I are praying for you and your family in this time of grief and loss. Audrey sounds a lot like one of our granddaughters, Hazel......always lighting up the room wherever she goes and never a question of who is really in control. We take great comfort knowing your family is strong and your faith......even stronger. Audrey will certainly be missed. But your memory of her.....and all her joyful and hilarious antics....never forgotten. I’m imagining she is, right now, the cause of a deep belly laugh by Jesus. Comfort and blessings to you as you celebrate Audrey’s short but very significant life. Mike and Sue Shirkey

— Mike and Sue Shirkey

January 28, 2018 3:01pm

Dear Kelly and family, My heart is broken for you at this time. May you find peace through the grief and sorrow that comes with such a loss. It’s easy to see what a radiant light Audrey was for you all! Love and continued prayers for your family.

— Karrie (VandeZande)Hutchinson

January 28, 2018 2:27pm

Sending sincere condolences to the entire family; especially Kelly, Carl, Tommy and Samantha. May you all cherish the special memories shared.

— Katrinia Herp

January 28, 2018 1:52pm

Kelly, Carl, Tommy and Samantha, Please know we are praying for you daily and we are hear to help in any way we can. Our hearts are saddened over your loss of sweet Audrey. Jennifer and Todd

— The Dalrymples

January 28, 2018 1:42pm

Our prayers go to the entire family.

— Michael and Lynda Howe

January 28, 2018 1:39pm

Kelly, Carl and Family, My heart is breaking for you. I’m so very sorry for your loss. You will be in my prayers. Audrey sure had a contagious smile. Pure beauty and joy!!

— Shannon McKinley Rapp

January 28, 2018 1:37pm

Carl, Kelly, Tommy and Sam- No amount of words could ever encompass the impact Audrey had on my life and so many others in her short time here on earth. She made the world, and the people blessed to have shared it with her, a better, more loving and accepting place. She exuded pure joy and genuine happiness in everything she did. But most importantly, she loved without questions or reservations. I love you all dearly. Forever in our hearts and minds.

— Brittany Kemperman

January 28, 2018 1:19pm

Jandernoa Family I am so sorry for loss of Audrey! Her smile could change your mood from sad to happy. May God lift and hold your family and friends. Matthew 5:4 “Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted” ~Lisa Baker, Campus ECC~

— Lisa Baker

January 28, 2018 1:03pm

My heart hurts for you so much. There are not enough words and hugs to make you feel better. I wish there was. Audrey was my son’s first friend. And the first person he announced he wanted to marry. I feel privileged to have so many smiling photos of them together.

— Ensenst Family (Brycen Ensenat)

January 28, 2018 12:52pm

Our deepest condolences at this difficult time. We will keep your family in our prayers. May God's grace heal your hearts.

— The Lewakowski Family

January 28, 2018 12:51pm

Our deepest sympathy and prayers are with you and your family. We are praying Yehovah's shalom peace be upon you!

— Ken and Teresa Howe

January 28, 2018 12:49pm

May you take comfort in knowing that you have an angel to watch over you now. I extend my most sincere condolences..

— Michelle Levandoski Mohr

January 28, 2018 12:47pm

So profoundly sorry for the loss of such a precious life.

— Deb Ryan

January 28, 2018 12:44pm

I am so deeply sorry for the loss of your precious little girl. I never had the honor of meeting Audrey personally but I could see her beautiful spirit through that infectious smile in all the pictures Jen & the girls would post. My thoughts and prayers are with your entire family and all who were blessed to have your sweet Audrey in their lives. 💗

— Jill Trudeau (VanderLaan)

January 28, 2018 12:40pm

Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.

— Karen and Phil Delrue

January 28, 2018 12:36pm

Carl, Kelly Tommy and Sam, No words can express our sorrow for you. There are words or actions we could give to lessen this pain. We pray you will feel God's embrace in this breathless time. We pray for comfort and peace. We love you all so much. Her smile was infectious and pure. She was a gift to anyone who was blessed meet her.

— Siert and Terrie Bergman

January 28, 2018 12:31pm

I am at a loss for words. Your family is in my thoughts. Hoping you find peace and comfort soon.

— Angela Rivas

January 28, 2018 12:20pm

We've never met but please know we grieve with you. I can tell your Audrey was a bright soul to those around her. God bless & may you find some peace.

— Traci & Jonathan Scott

January 28, 2018 11:40am

My prayers go out to the entire family and to all those who loved Audrey. May you feel God’s warm embrace during this difficult time. Matthew 5:4

— Tiffany Tuori

January 28, 2018 11:12am

Sweet Audrey Lou! She smiled up the entire world. Her heart and soul were so pure and so perfect that they were ready to enter her eternal home. She learned in her short journey, what we all are still learning... Love is truly the only thing that matters. Her light will continue to shine in all those who were blessed to know her. We are forever changed because of her!

— Jeremy & Tricia Worrell

January 28, 2018 11:12am

Carl, Kelly and family- We are heartbroken over the loss of sweet Audrey. We will continue to lift your family up in prayers. Our deepest sympathy, The Wolf family.

— Nate, Lisa, Jeremy, Jenna,Connor and Cara

January 28, 2018 10:58am

Kelly, Carl and Family: Our deepest sympathy and prayers are with you. Audrey’s life had such a profound impact on so many of us. May God wrap his loving arms around you today and may you feel the peace of His love knowing she is with Him. God bless and hugs.

— Christine and Alex Lentine

January 28, 2018 10:54am

My thoughts and prayers are with the entire family for peace.

— Renwick Brutus

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