Jennifer Dawn Lancaster, 45, of Land O Lakes, Florida passed away on October 22, 2017 surrounded by prayers and love.
Jennifer was born on January 17, 1972 in Birmingham, Alabama. A daughter of Dana Matthews Hartley and the late Edwin D. Hartley.
Jennifer loved the Lord, her family, and teaching children. She was a director of a preschool for 23 years and touched many lives. She enjoyed shopping, Christian & Country music, and was very passionate about her faith. She created a beautiful collection of crosses that provided her with daily inspiration. Jennifer was a beautiful person whose spirit touched everyone she met and will be missed by many.
Jennifer was preceded in death by her father Edwin D. Hartley and her brother Raymond Jeff Hartley.
Survivors include: her mother: Dana Matthews, her husband: Dennis Upper; six children: Brandon Craig Lancaster married to Meagan Hurin, Joshua Daniel Lancaster, Dennis Matthew Upper, Nicole Marie Upper, Jasmine Marie Upper, and Addisyn Hartley Upper; grandson Caelum Craig Lancaster, sister Mary Edwina Washburn married to William Washburn, nieces Danielle Washburn Bush, Nancy Lynn Upper, and Kendyll Susan Upper; nephews Chad Washburn, William Blake Washburn and Carson Leo Upper; and her best friend Stephanie Susan Williams.
A Memorial Service will be held on:
Thursday, November 2, 2017 at 1:00 pm at
Grace Family Church
Room 201/202
A reception will follow at:
Lake Carlton Arms
Clubhouse 3
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests contributions be sent to:
Gulfside Hospice
Jennifer was not just any boss. She was a lovely person. She gave me a job twice and always stood by me. She had so much love for the people around her. I have tried to process how someone who touched so many people lives could be taken away so soon. There is so much that she has done in her life. Her children will keep her legacy alive and her grandchildren. I send love and positive energy to her family and friends at this time.
Our hearts are heavy and deeply saddened by the passing of Jennifer. She was deeply loved and she and her family are a part of our family. We love them all. Our prayers and sincerest sympathy are with Jennifer’s family and many friends. May God comfort and surround you with His love and peace.
Miss Jennifer (as we knew her) was such a breath of fresh air, always so caring and loving to my two sons who attended Childlife Preschool. I always looked forward to our chats and just catching up on our life experiences and changes. This news of her passing is very shocking and I am so sorry for her family which she loved so much and spoke proudly about. My deepest condolences go out to her family, you are all in our thoughts and prayers ❤️. She will be missed by many.
I wish I could say thank you for raising 3 beautiful children when they needed a Mom the most. My nieces & nephew having you in their life was one of the best things that could of ever happened to them. My prayers & condolences to all her children, family & husband Dennis. God bless & everyone is in my prayers.
My dear friend I thank God for giving me the chance to spend the last moments with you. You are Flying High baby girl looking down on us smiling you will forever be in my heart may you rest in peace. Love you Pamalot the name you gave me
Jennifer, it was a blessing to have met you at Child’s Life. You were excellent as the director there and I was completely comfortable with my babies being there under your caring leadership. Thank you for your compassion when I was going through a very rough time in my life. You were an angel sent by God. Praying for your family as I know they are truly heartbroken. But I know God will see them through. Rest In Peace beautiful lady.