Jennifer Schultheis Cates

Jennifer Cates Obituary

Jennifer Schultheis Cates, 45, a resident of Zachary and native of Moon Township, Pa., ended her battle with brain cancer at home Saturday, Oct. 8, 2011, at 12:45 p.m. Her family was by her side, where they have been since the beginning, while her favorite college team, the Oklahoma Sooners and quarterback Landry Jones, was throwing a touchdown pass. She is survived by her loving and caring husband of 18 years, David Bret Cates; her two sons, Doug Johnson (G.P. operations) and Pfc. David Cates, Louisiana National Guard; her mom, Myrt Schultheis; sister, Jill Hernan; and her niece and nephew; Heather and Ryan Hernan, all of Zachary. Also survived by her grandmother, Dorothy Young, Moon Township; father-in-law; Darryl E.O. Cates, of Westville, Okla.; and numerous other relatives who loved and will miss her. Preceded in death by her dad, Bill Schultheis, who was of Zachary; grandfather, William Young Sr., who was of Moon Township; uncle and aunt, Bill and Joan Young, who were of Glenfield, Pa.; and grandparents; Freeman and Betty Jordan, who were of Tulsa, Okla. There will be a memorial tribute to Jennifer on Saturday, Oct. 15, at 4620 Lane Ave., Zachary. Friends of the family are invited to come and share their memories of Jennifer from noon until 8 p.m. In lieu of flowers, Jennifer's family requests that you make donations in her name to Cancer Services of Baton Rouge, 550 Lobdell, Baton Rouge, LA 70806 or St. Joseph Hospice of Baton Rouge, 10615 Jefferson Highway, Baton Rouge, LA 70809. Throughout her ordeal with cancer, Jennifer never lost her sense of humor, her caring ways or making her family laugh. She loved being outside watching her hummingbirds, waving to her former co-workers at First Student as they passed by, and watching her dog Sadie look for lizards. We will always have our memories, thank you GiGi for giving us some unforgettable ones. The family would like to thank Dr. Michael Castine, Dr. Michelle Cosse, Lane Home Health, St. Joseph and the Zachary Fire Department for their care and assistance.

Published by The Advocate from Oct. 12 to Oct. 14, 2011.
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My prayers are with you through this difficult time. Please accept my condolences

d ainsworth

October 13, 2011

This is from Mark and Peggy Smith and Families we knew Jennifer well she was always there .My Families want her love ones to know she was a supper special girl we will all miss you our (Jen and tonic)this was her nickname give by my husband when she would act silly.By BY our Jenny our love will always be with you.

Peggy Smith

October 12, 2011

She was truly a fighter and fought this battle in an incredible way. She will be remembered.

Tracie White

October 12, 2011

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.

Donna Richard

October 12, 2011

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