Joni Leigh Beaudry, Child of God, passed from this world on June 9, 2016.
Joni was a devoted wife, magnificent mother, considerate friend and a relentless volunteer. Joni was the beautiful bride of her loving loving husband Eric (Jakubowski) of 24 years.
She was the compassionate and caring mother of five children, Max (21), Will and Alexis (19), Isabelle (16) and Zachary (14). Joni was born and raised in Alvarado, Minnesota to loving parents Terry (Alice) and Sharon. She is survived by her sister Becky (Jeff) and brother Mike (Cindy) and nieces and nephews.
She was a special woman; humble and persistent, loving and giving, nurturing and always there for others. Joni was taken from us, but lives on in her kindness, actions, and friendships. Joni selflessly chose to be an organ donor and help save the lives of others, speaking to the measure of her character.
A Gift of Hope organ donor flag was flown over Advocate Lutheran General Hospital in honor of her gift.
Visitation will be held on Tuesday, June 14, from 2-9pm at St. Mark Lutheran Church, 200 S. Wille Street, Mt. Prospect.
Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, 11:00 AM at St. Mark, with visitation from 9:30 AM until the Services.
Joni will be buried next to her mother, Sharon, in Alvarado after a lifetime of hard work.
In lieu of flowers, please direct donations to Adult Down Syndrome Center (Park Ridge,IL), St. Mark Lutheran Church (Mt. Prospect,IL), and Kirk School (Palatine, IL).