"I love you my Mimi. I miss you my Bestfriend"
In loving memory of
Jeraldyne Uriguen
August 6, 1935 - January 17, 2021
Jeraldyne Lyons Uriguen (aka Tiger to her friends), age 85, of Papillion, NE passed away on Sunday, Jan 17, 2021 after a courageous battle with cancer.
Jeri was born, raised in Buhl, ID, and lived the majority of her life in Twin Falls, ID. She married her husband, Albert (Abbie) Uriguen, in June 1956 and later became the proud parents to two daughters Cheryl and Abigail. Tragically, however, Jeri was left to be a single mother when the love of her life, Abbie passed away in March 1977 at far too young of age. Despite her loss, Jeri never wavered and embraced the challenges and obstacles to living life to the fullest.
Jeri worked at various jobs throughout the years because of her dedication to politics, kids, and her green thumb; which included working at the Idaho state legislature, substitute teacher and as a florist. Jeri had such a kind and gentle spirit which was displayed to anyone she crossed paths with, especially her family and friends and she always thought of others first before herself. After retirement, Jeri became very passionate about religion and went through the process of confirmation to becoming a member of the Catholic faith in 2000.
In late 2010, Jeri relocated with her daughter and family to Papillion, NE and lived with them until her passing. During her time there, Jeri became an active member at the local YMCA, where she learned how to swim and enjoyed the daily gatherings with her senior friends along with the interactions with her daughter Abby's preschool students. Jeri was especially proud of her achievement in publishing a children's book, entitled " A Tweeter's Tale" a story between an exceptional bird who had a gift to be able to communicate to kids with special needs. Because of Jeri's desire to stay connected with politics she also became an active member in the Sarpy County Republicans Ladies Group attending several functions with her granddaughter Mikaele.
Jeri held many titles throughout her life... wife, mother, grandmother (aka Mimi to Mikaele and Sammy), great-grandmother and friend. She embodied and embraced all of her roles, but none more precious or important then her devotion to being a mom to her children, grandchildren and great-grandchild. Jeri's kindness and love influenced so many lives throughout her journeys, that everyone she touched will forever be grateful for her enduring spirit.
Jeri was preceded in death by her parents, Cecil and Lena Lyons, her husband, Albert (Abbie) Uriguen, her grandson, Dennis Wilson (Denny) and granddaughter, Krissie Scott (Moore).
Jeri leaves behind her two children: Cheryl Moore and her husband Mike Moore, Abigail (Abby) Gabiola and her husband, Jose Gabiola, her grandchildren, Mikaele Gabiola, Sammy Gabiola, and great grandchild, Carmella Rose Wilson, and her mom, Nicci Wilson. She was also dearly loved by many nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins and close friends scattered throughout several states.
There will be no funeral at this time. Jeri's family and friends will gather to celebrate her life at a later date.
Tributes
"Jeri I love you and know that you are with Jesus and all your family that are there in heaven. We will miss you!! You were such a sweet beautiful friend and I cherish our beautiful memories.. See in heaven ??"
"Miss Jeri- I just want you to know that I am so blessed to have met you, Abby and your whole family. We had so many memorable times going out on the town, camping adventures and many holiday celebrations. You and your family were so welcoming as I did not have family local while living in Idaho. I will never forget the love you shared with me and the many wonderful memories we had together. I am thankful to have been able to cross paths with you. Even though our life journeys took us opposite directions I never forgot about you. I am comforted that you are no longer in pain and you are up in God\'s glorious land. Heaven definitely gained a very special angel! Abby, Cheryl and the whole family..may God comfort you through this difficult time. Remember the love your mom had for you and know that she will always be with you! I will keep your families in my prayers-Love you all!"
"Sweet Mom. It?s still surreal that you are in heaven now. I am so glad you are not suffering and in God?s arms, as well as Denny?s. I am blessed that I was lucky enough to have you as my Mom, friend and one of my biggest fans. I love you to the moon and back! Mike loves and misses hyoid too! Hugs and kisses Moma!"
"Jeri was a wonderful friend, she would sit and talk to everyone at the YMCA between workouts in the lobby. She was there for us all. Jeri loved children, if she saw a child cry, she would go to the child to make them smile. My own child called her grandma, Jeri was so sweet she didn?t mind. Jeri loved her family and would always talk about how proud she was of them. Her daughter Abby was my son?s first teacher when he was about 2, Abby was like a saint to us. You could easily tell from knowing both of them that love was strong in their family. Jeri was so strong to do it on her own as a single mother and still raise her children with that much love. When Abby would pass by us in the lobby, Jeri would always proudly say ?that?s my baby!? Jeri is going to be missed very much by all of us that got to know her. Jeri if by chance you can see this in heaven, know that you are loved and will be missed and that you made a difference in our lives. I wish I could go to the YMCA and talk to you for hours."
"Heaven just received an absolute angel and best mother in law God blessed me with for life. Love you forever Mom."
"Mimi taught me to be kind to people. Be sugar , not salt "