Jeri Lyn Hagen

"I’m one of Jeri’s long lost cousins from Minnesota. Was shocked to hear the news of her passing. DeShane, my deepest sympathy to you and your son Chase and the rest of the Hagen family. May God bless her and keep her in his loving care. Take care and God bless Darelyn Hanson"

"DeShaun & family, Although I have not seen your Mother since I retired, I remember her very well. She was a very proud Mother. You were always in her conversations, no matter what the subject we were discussing. I saw all your pictures, which she just happened to have w/her! I felt like I saw you grow up. You were her pride & joy. I was truly surprised to read of her death in the paper. Please know she was a truly wonderful person & you were her #1 reason for living. My prayers & most sincere sympathy is w/ you & your son @ this time. Dianne Clothier RN"

"DeShaun and family: I was so sorry to hear of Jeri’s passing. She and I were friends at Carl Hayden High School. She may have mentioned me to you as I was known then as "Gumby". She was outgoing, friendly and always willing to help out on school projects and activities. Although I have not had the pleasure to have met you she spoke of you on the few times we would reconnect. She was so proud of you and obviously loved you greatly. May you find comfort in the knowledge that she was a very special person to so many people. God bless you. Sincerely, Gloria Ybarra"

"DeShaun, Your Mom and I were close friends for over 16 years while at the VA. She will be missed so much! My most sincere condolences for you and your son’s loss. Your Mom and I attended your High School graduation and she was so proud, then and always! God Bless you and keep you and your son, knowing that she will always be at your side! When I read Sunday’s paper tonight, I was so saddened about the news and my missing her service. My prayers for you and your Mom’s family will be repeated many times in the years to come. Much love, Ute"

"DeShaun,.... I am so sorry for your loss... You probably don’t remember me... Your mother lived with me in highschool, and again when you were born... my home was your first home.. Although your mother and I did not stay in constant contact, I heard from her with each and every one of your accomplishments throughout your life. I know how much she loved you and how very proud she was of you. You and your family are in my prayers. I am deeply saddened by your mothers passing. God Bless you and keep you. God speed, Jeri, I love you."

"I look forward to seeing her again in Heaven."

"DeShaun, We are sorry and saddened by the passing of your mother. I have worked with Jeri off and on for the past 25 year. Although in the past few years I only saw her on rare occasions, you were always the highlight of the conversation even though I had never met you. You sure brought joy and happiness to her. Our prayers are with you and yours at this time. Ted & Micki Barker"

"DeShaun: I am deeply saddened to hear about Jeri’s passing and send you & Chase my sincerest condolences. I remember when I first moved to Arizona and did not have any family or friends, Jeri was so friendly and welcomed me to the VA. She always supportive of me and loved to share her comfort food, especially when she cooked her famous meatloaf & mashed potatoes. I will always remember her kind words, giving nature, and laughter."

"DeShaun, I am so sorry for your loss. Jeri was so sweet and thoughtful. She always knew how to make me and others feel special, especially when we needed it most. My thoughts and prayers are with you, Chase and your family."

"DeShaun, I am so very sorry for your loss. Jeri so loved you and Chase! She was never at a loss for words and was always helping someone. She loved being a mother and friend. She always wanted to do her very best at work and anything she did. She will be greatly missed."

"DeShaun, I am so sorry for the loss of your mom. I worked with Jeri for 6 years, she was always calling or texting me to let me know which store had cake mixes on sale. And who could forget her hams at thanksgiving? She was a wonderful lady with a heart of gold and will truely be missed."

"DeShaun, I am sorry for your loss. I worked with your mother and she was very proud of you. I had contact with her via emails and was a very encouraging lady. She asked often about my son and would encourage me to love and support him and always spoke how she loved and thought so much of you. I pray you are comforted through this difficult time. Brent"

"Deshaun & Family: Please know how sorry I am of the loss of Jeri. I worked with Jeri for over 20 years. She was my friend as well as my co-worker. She loved her family very much. Deshaun, there could not be a prouder Mom than yours. She was so proud of your miltary service. Than along came Chase. Oh what a proud Grandma. She loved all of you so much. We will feel her loss at the Va. I’m also sorry that I will not be able to attend her service. God Bless."

"I am so sad to hear about Jeri’s death. It seems as though I have known her forever at the VA. Jeri will be missed by so many people. She was always pleasant and helpful, and she was a very kind person. She left your family and her family here at the VA too soon. Please accept my condolences and know that you and your family are in my prayers."

"DeShaun, I am so sorry to hear about your mom. You are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Your mom was a very kind and loving person. I will never forget the things she has done for me, or the time that I spent with her. Shan"

"DeShaun: I will so miss your mother. She was such a part of my life at the VA, not only as a supportive member of my staff but such a friend to me and my own family. She was a bright ray of sunshine bringing joy to everyone during the holidays with her "ham" and remembering us all on our birthdays. You and Chase were her joy and she was so proud. I will be on travel and unable to attend her funeral but I will remember her always, She holds a special place in my heart."

"DeShaun our thoughts and prayers are with you at the loss of your mother. She was a wonderful person who thought the world of you and Chase. The many phone conversations we had over the years always centered around you and Chase. She was especially proud of your military service and how you have grown to become a man and awesome dad. I will always cherish our conversations when she would call to inform me of the temperature in AZ when we were freezing in Minnesota. Of course I would get even by calling her to let her know I was sitting in the boat on a beautiful summer day at the lake. Cherish the memories and remember you have family that is here for you. " Life Isn’t Always Fair but GOD is Good" He will help us through this difficult time. Craig Hagen"

"Jeri was a great friend and a wonderful mother. I will miss her pranks at birthday time over Beth and Bill’s radio station. We worked in the VA, together, for many years and her passing is definitely a loss to the VA family. DeShaun will have lots of wonderful memories of his mom to keep him strong. He will laugh and cry as he remembers. We will all miss her."

"JUST WANTED YOU TO KNOW THAT SHE WAS LOVED HERE AT THE VA. BY MANY AND THAT SHE WILL BE MISS. ALTHOUGH I NEVER HAD A CHANCE TO MEET YOU, KNOW THAT YOU STILL HAVE FAMILY HERE. MAY GOD KEEP YOU DOING THIS SAD TIME IN YOUR LIFE."

"Dear DeShaun, My thoughts and prayers are with you during this very difficult time. I’ve known your mother for almost 30 years and feel as though I watched you grow into a man that your mother was extremely proud of. You and Chase were the "lights of her life" and brought her immense love and happiness. I will think of her as living in the hearts of those she touched - to remember is another way to love. Dodi Messer"