Jean Lemmon passed away peacefully in the home on Saturday, November 19, 2022.  She was born in Baltimore, MD to John and Lucille Pence who preceded her in death.  She is survived by her Husband of 60 years, Jim Lemmon.

Raised in Seneca, Missouri, Jean earned her BSN from Burge School of Nursing in Springfield, MO.  Worked from Chicago to Northwest Arkansas doing multiple roles from Charge Nurse in Labor and Delivery to finishing her career as a dialysis nurse.  Her career choice and her commitment to being a wife and mother exemplified her nurturing spirit.  She enjoyed serving others and was active in PEO.

She is survived by her Husband Jim; daughter, Lori Cypher and husband Mike;  their children, Becky, Vicky, Rachel, Missouri, Ben, Susie, and Joe Cypher;  her son, Jim Lemmon and wife Kristy; their children Zach, Cole, Jakob and Lucy Lemmon.

There will be a small graveside service Saturday, November, 26 ^th at 2:00 p.m. at the Seneca, Missouri Cemetery.  In lieu of flowers the family wishes to honor Jean's lifelong commitment to nursing by having donations sent in her honor to the Burge Alumni Scholarship Fund, c/o Cox Health Foundation, 3525 S. National Ave., Suite 204, Springfield, MO 65807.  Jean was a 1962 Burge School of Nursing graduate.

Arrangements are under the direction of Bella Vista Funeral Home & Crematory.  On-line condolences may be made at www.funeralmation.com.