Jeanne Marie Werth
January 2, 1957 ~ May 24, 2026
Born in:
WaKeeney, Kansas
Resided in:
Pueblo West, Colorado
In Loving Memory of
Jeanne Marie Werth
Jeanne Marie Werth, age 69, passed away peacefully on May 24, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family. She was born in WaKeeney, Kansas, and graduated from Trego County High School in 1975. That same year, she married her high school sweetheart and the love of her life, James. Together, they raised four daughters and a life to be proud of.
Jeanne was a woman of quiet strength who gave her whole heart to her family. Alongside James, she created a home filled with love, laughter, unwavering support, and a deep faith in God that will carry their family forward for generations. She took great pride in her daughters and found endless joy in her grandchildren and their accomplishments.
Jeanne developed a strong relationship with her parish family at St. Paul the Apostle in Pueblo West. You could find her ushering at the 7:30 am Mass most Sunday mornings. She also taught religious education classes when her daughters and grandchildren were receiving their Sacrament of First Reconciliation and Eucharist.
Jeanne’s hard work, determination, and leadership carried her through a successful career at McDonnell Douglas, Boeing, and United Launch Alliance, where she rose through the ranks and eventually retired from a management position. She took great pride in the career she built.
In her free time, Jeanne found joy in camping, painting, crafting, baking, sewing, fishing, and she especially loved preparing incredible meals for her family. Her meatballs were award-winning, and her sourdough starter had just celebrated its first birthday. Jeanne also had a love for travel, and a life-changing trip to Italy with her family three years ago brought her countless cherished memories and drew her even closer to her Catholic faith. Her incredible spirit and zest for life was inspiring to all around her.
Jeanne is survived by her husband, James Werth of Pueblo West, Colorado; her daughters and sons-in-law, Rebecca and Steve Drew of Las Vegas, Nevada; Andrea and Jeremy Alvarez of Pueblo, Colorado; Jamie and Jason Wunneburger of Richland, Washington; and Ashley and Jermey Martin of Richland, Washington. She was an incredible grandmother and is lovingly remembered by her ten grandchildren: Kaleb, Madeline, James, Amelia, Clara, Stella, Jack, Alexandra, Hunter, and Isla, all of whom adored her.
She is also survived by her mother, Jackie Steckline of Ogallah, Kansas; her siblings, Darryl Steckline of Ogallah, Kansas; Sandy and Kevin Bittel of Highlands Ranch, Colorado; Brenda and Mike Zemanick of Inman, South Carolina; Ron and Cynthia Steckline of Claremore, Oklahoma; Lori and Ray Dechant of Dodge City, Kansas; LaVon and Tony Wagoner of Paola, Kansas; and Amy and Justin Choitz of Hays, Kansas; her mother-in-law, Cordula Werth of Park, Kansas; and numerous in-laws, nieces and nephews.
Jeanne was preceded in death by her daughter, Emily; her grandson, Joshua Drew; her nephew, Curtis Dechant; her father, Leroy Steckline; her sister-in-law, Karen Harvey; and her father-in-law, Edward Werth.
Funeral services will be held Friday, May 29 at 10:00 AM at St. Paul the Apostle in Pueblo West, Colorado. Burial will take place on May 30 at St. Michael’s Cemetery in Collyer, Kansas.
Services
Funeral Mass: May 29, 2026 10:00 am
St. Paul the Apostle Catholic Church
1132 W. Oro Grande Drive
Pueblo West, CO 81007
719-647-1500
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May the road rise up to meet you. May the wind be always at your back. May the sun shine warm upon your face; The rains fall soft upon your fields and until we meet again, May God hold you in the palm of His hand.
From all of us that work with you on a daily basis and I’ve enjoyed seeing Brenda over the years, we’re all very sorry for your loss and know that Jeanne is at the side of the Lord and watching over you and the rest of the family
We love you! Uncle Mark and Aunty Bernie
I remember moving to NY and being so upset moving away from everyone we knew and then we meet The Werth Family… Jeanne made us feel so welcomed and we have some great memories!! Sending our love and deepest sympathy
Prayers to the family. 🙏 🙏 🙏
Thank you Todd, I hope you & your family are doing well!
Jeanne, you have been a wonderful Wife, Mother, Aunt, Woman and all around amazing person. You have left us far too soon and so unexpectedly. I pray that you are at peace and no longer in pain. You are Loved and missed by so many of whom had the opportunity to be in your presence and feel the warmth you brought to the world. Words cannot express the sadness we all feel at this moment. But we will do as best we possibly can to take solace and gratitude knowing that you are watching over and protecting your Family and Loved Ones forever and always. Rest peacefully Jeanne.
Love from the Petays Family.