This memorial website was created in memory of the life of our loving Mother, wife and friend, Jennie Buttermore, 64, born in Ohio on June 16, 1949 and born back to Heaven on January 9, 2014. We will cherrish her forever.
Jennie was born in the small town of Utica, Ohio to a beautiful 5"2, eyes of blue lady we called "Peaches". Her and her older sister Ruth were often found playing in the town, running along the railroad tracks and visiting the ice creme store. They share many memories there together. I believe it was here that she developed her love for children, family, the arts and life.
After the passing of her beloved mother she moved to Pennslyvania where she attended highschool. A natural beauty with a breathtaking smile, Jennie gained recognition in beauty pagents and latter captured the eye of a handsome man named Jim. Jim recalls seeing her for the first time, struck by her beauty saying "she looks like Jackie Onassis". Jim and Jennie married and began their lives in Greensboro, PA.
Jennie continued her love of the arts, opening up her basement to her Cermaic making and painting. She produced impressive work, and sold her items from her home. She gave life to 4 adoring children; Tracy, MaryAnn, Jaime and Jimmy.
Jim wanted to provide a wonderful lifetime keepsake for his family and purchased a lot at Big bear lake in WV. Every summer, Jim, Jennie and their family could be found at big bear. Skating at the rink, watching the deer, picniking parties, pizza, snacks and marshmellow treats by campfire and as the kids got older, teen center dances and lots of "crusin". Jennie took delight in each stage and loved to watch the children develop into the fine, caring and loving adults they are today.
Countless memories were made in their Greensboro home, where they still to this day reside. Halloween parties, easter hunts, summertime pool fun, even pony rides took place at this home. From breathtaking lawnside weddings to porchside talks and driveway basketball - this home was never short on love. She extended this love out to anyone in need and there was never shortage.
Jennie continued her love of dolls, with an amazing collection, loved to find an occasional indian head knickle, watch steelers games with her loving family and continued with her artwork in many shades and forms. She shared every ounce of her love and passion with her family, unconditionally... memories that remain sealed in the hearts of her husband, her sister, her children, nieces and nephews, grandchildren, great grandchildren, countless family and friends.
Thank you Jennie for sharing your journey with us and for showing us what family, love and art is all about!
Forever with us,
Your family
Dr. Maya Angelo:
"I gave birth to one child, a son. But I have thousands of daughters. You are black and white, jewish and muslim, asian and spanish speaking. Native americans and aleut. You are fat and thin, pretty and plain, gay and straight, educated and unlettered and I love all of you. Here is my offering to you; Letter to my Daughters"
Paul lesako funeral home
204 fowling avenue carmichaels, Pa.
Sunday, January 12. From 2-4pm service to follow.
Any monetary donations can be made to the Paul Lesako Funeral home
