Jeanine Rose (Taylor) Tiemann, 82, of Lawrence, Kansas, entered God’s Kingdom on Wednesday, January 31, 2024 at home surrounded by family following a short battle with cancer.
She was born to Willard and Lorna (Gier) Taylor on January 16, 1942 in Salina, Kansas. She was their only child. As a youth, Jeanine attended schools in Ada, Kansas, Burwell, Nebraska, and Lincoln, Kansas, graduating from Lincoln High School in 1960. She attended Fort Hays State and Kansas Wesleyan Universities, working toward a degree in Music. An avid learner, Jeanine took organ and voice lessons throughout her lifetime. She also attended classes and read books on religion, history, music, viticulture, and many other topics that piqued her curiosity.
In 1961, Jeanine married Robert E. (Bob) Tiemann in Lincoln, Kansas. Jeanine and Bob went on to have three children, Wendy, Dale, and Gail. The couple were married 46 years, residing in Lincoln and Salina, before Bob’s passing on January 31, 2008. Jeanine retired to Lawrence in 2014, spending time with family and making fast friends with neighbors and fellow church members.
Jeanine’s faith was foremost in her life, and she served God through playing the organ, singing in and accompanying choirs, helping with Sunday and vacation Bible schools, and serving her community. She also worked in several different fields, including long-term care, bookkeeping, retail, and education.
Jeanine loved to cook and was known for her incredible home-cooked meals, cookies, and cinnamon rolls. She was also passionate about connecting with others and could visit with anyone, friend or stranger, swapping stories about their interests and lives.
She is survived by daughter Wendy Picking and husband Bill; son Dale Tiemann and wife Deneen; daughter Gail Tiemann and husband Blair Strawderman; grandchildren Matthew Tiemann and wife Taylor; Lydia Picking; Daniel Picking and wife Elizabeth; Malorie (Tiemann) Elliott and husband Clint; great-grandchildren Ryleigh and Hudson Elliott; and numerous cousins, nieces, and nephews.
Jeanine was preceded in death by her husband, parents, and stepmother, Clara O. (Kline) Pearce Taylor.
Funeral services will be at 10:00 a.m. Saturday, February 10, 2024, at First Presbyterian Church, 2415 Clinton Parkway, Lawrence. Lunch will follow in the parish hall. Interment will be at 3:00 p.m. Saturday at St. John’s Lutheran Church Cemetery, Lincoln, with refreshments afterward at the church.
Friends may visit the family from 6:00–7:00 p.m. February 9th at Rumsey-Yost Funeral Home, 601 Indiana Street, Lawrence.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorials to St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital, the American Cancer Society, or the Douglas County Visiting Nurses Association sent in care of Rumsey-Yost Funeral Home, P.O. Box 1260 Lawrence, Kansas 66044.
Online condolences may be sent at www.rumsey-yost.com.
Jeanine was a wonderful sister-in-law and aunt to us. We have very fond memories of her. She will definitely be missed! Our deepest condolences to Wendy, Dale and Gail! Our hearts go out to you. Love you all, Marlene, Steve and Pat Seabourne
She’s the best neighbor you ever could ask for. She lived across the street from my grandpa. Arch passed away in April and my family appreciated her help and support. I had my best friend Travis accompany her to from and during my grandfather’s funeral. I don’t think I ever told Jeanine that I appreciated her. I regret it. So thanks Jeanine for being there for everyone and I will always remember you and your sweet little ways. I can’t attend the service but needed to tell her family that she is the best neighbor ever and I will never forget her.
My deepest condolences to Wendy, Dale, and Gail. I have many fond memories of your parents when we were growing up. I hope you find comfort in God’s love. Sincerely, Ben and Leslie Bolte
What a sweet lady Jeanine was. We remember her beautiful flowers, delicious cookies, and how she loved her nomes. She will be missed. Truly a lovely lady. Deneise Ousdahl
Jeanine was a strong person. I remember her yard work including her riding lawn mower
What a lovely photo of your mom. My heart and thoughts are with you. I hope there will be some periods of quiet for you this week when you can reflect on and enjoy some happy memories and times with your mom that can sustain you and buoy you up through your grief.