Jill Schwanke (Buffalo)'s Obituary
Jill Schwanke, age 65, of Long Lane, Missouri, entered into rest on Monday, December 11, 2023, at Colonial Springs Healthcare Facility in Buffalo, Missouri.
Jill was born on April 15, 1958, in Lowell, Indiana to the late Elmer and Betty (Chance) Schwanke. Jill enjoyed raising cattle and tending to her land on her farm near Long Lane. She worked for Prime for over 20 years as an over the road trucker and lastly as a bookkeeper for the company.
Jill was preceded by her parents, Elmer and Betty Schwanke and one nephew Chris Schwanke. She is survived by her two brothers, Kim Schwanke and partner Jay, and Craig Schwanke and wife Linda, two nephews Kyle and Josh, two nieces Ashley and Amanda, dear friend Chris Ewing, and a host of great nieces, nephews, extended family and beloved friends.
A memorial visitation will be held from 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, December 16, 2023, at Cantlon-Otterness & Viets Funeral Home, Buffalo.
Arrangements are under the direction of Cantlon-Otterness & Viets Funeral Home, Buffalo, Missouri.
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