Jennie K. Dinneen
Thursday, July 14, 1949
Date of Death:
Wednesday, September 20, 2023
Age:
74 years old
Visitation
Date: Tuesday October 03, 2023
Time: 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Location: River Park Chapel at Macken Funeral Home [ view map ]
Second Visitation
Date: Wednesday October 04, 2023
Time: 11:00 am
Location: St. Pius X Catholic Church [ view map ]
Memorial Mass
Date: Wednesday October 04, 2023
Time: 12:00 pm
Location: St. Pius X Catholic Church [ view map ]
Livestream of Memorial Mass
https://www.youtube.com/live/1tKoWtXdpu0?si=YVtpn0-1WGz2P5xq
Thursday, July 14, 1949
Date of Death:
Wednesday, September 20, 2023
Age:
74 years old
Thursday, July 14, 1949
Date of Death:
Wednesday, September 20, 2023
Age:
74 years old
Jennie K. Dinneen
Jennie Katherine Clark was born July 14, 1949, to Wayne and Jane Clark, and departed September 20, 2023, surrounded by family in her home.
Jennie’s childhood home was strategically located close to both St Pius X Church and Assisi Heights. She and her four siblings had a modest upbringing that valued family and faith above all. These were the cornerstones to coping with life’s hardships. She carried those core values with her for the entirety of her life.
Jennie married Daniel Dinneen on February 3, 1968. The first four years of raising their family occurred when Dan was serving in the Navy. They were very mobile in those years, they moved nine times before returning to the place they would call home. Once the sacrifices they each had to make during that difficult time were completed, they were finally able to form a unified alliance and live together on their own terms.
Jennie was a dedicated ‘high functioning’ workaholic! In addition to running her own daycare while her kids were young, her jobs included stints at Mayo Clinic, Mayo High School, Region 10, and eventually IBM.
Jennie started her job at IBM as an entry-level secretary in 1978 and steadily advanced until retiring in 2003 as a Senior Human Resources Specialist. Jennie climbed the corporate ladder from the ground up, along the way earning the respect and admiration of her colleagues for her tireless work ethic. Her retirement was short-lived, she was reeled back in to run Excite Youth Camp for Girls. She was a role model and mentor to many girls and young women.
Passions include her lifelong faith, family, supporting her children in every way possible, spending time with many close friend groups, her hobbies (quilting, sewing, knitting, downhill skiing and especially Book Club), volunteering with Junior Achievement and time spent doting on her grandchildren, Connor and Eleanor.
When Jennie had her annual physical in 2016 she knew that she just “didn’t feel right’. It was during the following year that she was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s Disease. Even as her health declined Jennie was still able to knit over 100 hats to donate to her favored charities.
Daughter Bonnie’s death in 2018 had a profound effect on Jennie. Jennie was with Bonnie every step of the way in her three year battle with cancer. Jennie’s own cognitive health began to deteriorate during this same timeframe. Of all the difficult problems Jennie tackled, this was the one she, nor anyone else, could solve.
Survivors include her loving husband of 55 years Daniel, son Patrick, son-in-law Nathan Hedrick, grandchildren Connor and Eleanor Hedrick, siblings Rusty (Denise) Clark, Ellen (Jim) Carey, Pat (Andrea) Clark, and Mickey Clark. Daughter Bonnie Hedrick, parents Wayne and Jane Clark, and sister-in-law Shelly having predeceased her.
One of Jennie’s favored farewells was “thanks a million”. She lived a selfless life choosing to always serve others’ interests over her own. She will be missed by those fortunate enough to have been touched by her life. She lives on in the hearts of all who loved her, as well as those she mentored and supported in pursuing and achieving their own dreams and aspirations.
The family would especially like to thank Mayo Hospice for assisting Dan in taking exceptional care of Jennie, Visiting Angels, especially Jennie’s favorite Angel (you know who you are) and the staff at Mayo Clinic Hospital, St. Marys Campus, Francis Building 2C, for providing care during her stay in July.
The funeral service will be held at noon on Wednesday, October 4, 2023, at St Pius X Catholic Church, with visitation beginning at 11.a.m. An additional visitation will be held from 5 – 7 p.m. on Tuesday, October 3rd, in the River Park Chapel at Macken Funeral Home.
To view a livestream of the service: https://www.youtube.com/live/1tKoWtXdpu0?si=YVtpn0-1WGz2P5xq
In leu of flowers memorials can be made to the Alzheimer’s Association at 3261 19th St NW #201 Rochester, MN 55901 or Unbound at 1 Elwood Ave Kansas City, KS 66103.
Thanks a million Jennie. You left us with so much.
Condolences
The family of Jennie K. Dinneen has received the following condolences.
I am so sorry for your loss! I worked with Jennie at IBM and she was professional, helpful and delightful. I saw her at Pax Christi after she retired and it was always a pleasure to talk to her. Peace and comfort to all!
So sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Dear Dan and family,
It was my great honor to visit Jennie and get to know you and family. It was a wonderful and hard experience for someone that I give care to. I know there are no words that can ease your pain. I am so sorry. My heartfelt condolence for the loss of your wife, mother and grandmother. I pray your faith will give you strength. Sending healing prayers and comfort during this tough time! Please let me know if there's anything I can do!
Respectfully yours,
Myung Barloon (Visiting Angels)
Dan and Family,
With deep condolences, you are in my prayers and thoughts.
Dan and family,
We extend our condolences in the loss of Jennie. We hope that you can find some comfort in your many special memories and in the thoughts of the happy years you shared.
Dan and Family,
We are so sorry to hear of Jenny's passing. I remember well her visits to the station and the kindhearted nature she always brought. Our hearts grieve alongside you in your losses and pray good memories, friends and family will see you through this difficult loss. Sincerely Erik and Andrea
We were so sad to hear this. DeVon and I offer our deepest condolences.To Dan and family...we know she is busy in heaven.
Like other IBMers I was blessed to have worked with Jennie and experienced the joy she brought to the workplace. Dedicated, hardworking and had a way of keeping some high ranking executives in check. Beautiful person inside and out?.
So sorry to hear about Jennie’s passing. My thoughts and prayers to you all.
connie Lusk and Lusk boys
I worked with Jennie at IBM and remember her wonderful personality. She was dedicated to her work and a true pleasure to be around. She will be missed.
I worked with Jennie at IBM and remember her wonderful personality. She was dedicated to her work and a true pleasure to be around. She will be missed.
- I'm so sorry for your loss. I'm sharing in your sadness and praying for you all during this difficult time.
It was an honor to have met Jennie and your family. God Bless you all as grieve her loss. - Sincerely,
- Nelly
I was sad to read of Jennie's passing in the obituaries. I worked with Jennie at the Regional Development Commission in the 1970's, where she spoke so lovingly about her little Bonnie and Rusty and husband Dan. I am sad she had to go through cancer herself after losing Bonnie to this horrible disease. God bless your family as you grieve her loss.
Dan & Family,
Sherrie and I are saddened to hear of Jennie’s passing - we express our sincere condolences on the loss of both Bonnie and Jen. May God’s loving hand touch you, guide you and grant your family strength. Matthew & Sherrie Mueller.
Dan & Family,
Sherrie and I are saddened to hear of Jen’s passing - we express our sincere condolences on the loss of both Bonnie and Jen. May God’s loving hand touch you, guide you and grant your family strength. Matthew & Sherrie Mueller.
Dan and Family,
Jennie was a good friend and colleague for many years at IBM. I will always be particularly grateful for her kindness to me and my children when I was going through a difficult time personally years ago. I'm sure your hearts are broken, but I hope with some time your wonderful memories will quiet the sadness right now.
With sympathy,
Mary Hanton
Dan, Pat and Connor,
I’m so very sorry for your loss. It was a pleasure getting to know your family. You are great people! Dan stay busy and God bless you all.
love,
Heather (visiting angels)
My sincere condolences to Dan and family. It was sad to hear of Jen’s passing. Deb and I are sorry for your loss.
Dear Dan, Patrick & Clark-Dinneen families. I am so sorry that you all have lost a real jewel. I have been so fortunate to have had Jennie as a wonderful friend for so many years (since jr high). My heart breaks for you all, but knowing how many delightful memories I will hold close, I am sure Dan, Patrick and her family has even more of those special memories to help heal your hearts. Those memories are a forever treasure. With sincere sympathy…Janet
My sincere condolences to Dan and family. It was sad to hear of Jen’s passing. Deb and I are sorry for your loss.
Dan and Family, our deepest and sincere condolences with the loss of Jennie .
Jennie was a great friend and energetic person bringing joy and pleasure to everyone blessed with her friendship.
Sincerely, Jill and Dick Lueck