Feb. 26, 1952 – June 15, 2012

Jeanne Lee Rookstool, age 60, passed away at her home in Bend, Oregon, on June 15, 2012. Jeanne was born February 26, 1952, in Ontario, Oregon, to Lester Rookstool and Donna Gooing. Jeanne was the oldest of four children; she had one sister and two brothers.

As a young child, the family moved to Klamath Falls, and Jeanne attended Klamath Falls schools.

Among many other jobs, Jeanne very much enjoyed working at the Frontier Store and Klamath Kowboy Korral.

She loved selling boots, saddles, silver and western wear at the Spotted Mule in Eugene and Bend. She also worked in real estate in Klamath Falls and spent some time working for AmeriTitle in Redmond and Bend.

The legacy left behind by Jeanne includes her seven daughters and thirteen grandchildren.

She was a very loving mother and always worked very hard to support her daughters. Some of her happiest times were spent with her family.

Her interests include guns and shooting, hunting and camping, the outdoors and family reunions and get-togethers.

Jeanne was a lifetime member of the National Rifle Association and a very devoted member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. She was a proud American and always very patriotic.

Jeanne was preceded in death by her father, Lester Rookstool; and her mother, Donna (Gooing) Moden. She is survived by her sister, Lezlie Bricco; brothers, Chris Rookstool and Jack Rookstool; seven daughters, Likelee One (Blackman) Snook, Raury Anny Blackman, Trusty Jane Blackman, True Lee Blackman, Honoree Dawnee (Whitlatch) Brown, Crisalez Jaclee Crume and Aquila Beam (Crume) Reed; 13 grandchildren and many other loved ones and friends, whose lives have been touched by her.

An intimate family gathering was held to celebrate Jeannes life.

Jeanne bravely battled multiple sclerosis for a great portion of her life. She was also very patriotic and passionate about gun ownership rights.

In her honor, donations may be made to the National Multiple Sclerosis Society, the Wounded Warrior Project or the National Rifle Association.

Jeanne Lee Rookstool