Jean L. DeLaney
May 21, 1931 - February 26, 2022
Jean L. DeLaney, 90 years old, passed away peacefully with family at her side on February 26, 2022 at the Clarissa C. Cook Hospice House in Bettendorf, IA. Jean had previously lived in the memory care area at Atria Senior Living, Louisville for the past 4 years. Jean was born on May 21, 1931 in Saginaw, MI to Peter and Anna Jacobi. She moved to Louisville, KY in 1951 where she lived the rest of her life until the recent move to Iowa. She was a mother, homemaker and volunteer for many non-profit organizations. She raised 3 children. Jean was a believer of independence and responsibility and passed these traits to her children. She was especially devoted to the protection and growth of her daughter Cheryl. Various volunteer activities included the Louisville General Hospital gift shop, Civitan Women’s auxiliary, Cedar Lake Lodge, Council on Developmental Disabilities, and Day Spring Baxter. Survivors include her son Terry L. Richter (Qing), daughter Cheryl L. Richter, and son R. Brian DeLaney (Maggie), 5 grandchildren, 7 great grandchildren. She is preceded in death by her parents, brother, sisters, husband, Robert H. DeLaney, and grandson Mathew P. Richter. Visitation will be Saturday, March 12th at Ratterman & Sons Funeral Home, 3800 Bardstown Road, from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm with the funeral service following at 2:00 pm. Expressions of sympathy may take the form of a contribution to Day Spring and online condolences may be shared at www.ratterman.com.
Jean L. DeLaney, 90 years old, passed away peacefully with family at her side on February 26, 2022 at the Clarissa C. Cook Hospice House in Bettendorf, IA. Jean had previously lived in the memory care area at Atria Senior Living, Louisville... View Obituary & Service Information