Jennifer was such a blessing to Marilyn and Bill. May her memory be eternal. 
🥰
Angie

Jen was my friend for over a decade. I liked her humor and her heart so much that I bought a house next to her and we spent many nights around her and Ty’s dinner table as I became a new mom. We miss our “Gigi” so much. A day has not gone by that I haven’t wanted to text her. My favorite memory, that I am so grateful to have, is when she surprised me with tickets to see Elton John for my birthday. I didn’t realize it would be our last night out together, but it’s a vivid memory—- and her smile will forever be in my mind when I hear my favorite music. 

To Bill and Marilyn, thank you for raising such a beautiful soul. I loved her very much. I am so sorry for your loss. 

What a Beautiful younglady! I met Jen at the pub several years ago. Anytime she would walkin her smile would light up the log (a table where we all sat). Always loved seeing her. I miss that smile ,her humor and her company.  My condolences to Miguel ,her Mom and Dad and to the rest of her family.  Gone to soo .

I miss you dearly my friend. You brightened the world. I must say that I'm not much for words during memorials, but I love you, Tyson, and Miguel. Miguel, brother, I am and will always be here for you if you need to bend an ear, share recipes, or just to hang out. Peace and good health to everyone who was Jen's friend. 

Jennifer 
It has been most important for me to follow your family time and teaching career that your mother and father shared over many years.  I also will always remember the vacations you took to beach and your special visit with my mother in Pebble Beach.   I will really miss the trip I hoped to take this year to visit with you and the other family members in California and Arizona.  Hugs to your mom and dad. I wish I could be there. 

Thank you for being you, bright, cheerful and always with that wonderful smile. I remember taking you up the rigorous trail to the top of Anderson-Watson peak in the north cascades and looking over majestic Mt Baker.  That’s how I ll always remember you, tall, majestic, rock solid. Love you always. Uncle Jim. 

My forever-memory of Jennifer Kanzler was made one day in my first year as after school coordinator when I was disparaging over a student who was giving me nothing but trouble. Jennifer walked up and caught the tail-end of my rant and asked who I was talking about. I told her and her face broke into that slow, sparkling signature grin and she said, “Oh, I LOVE her! She’s always got something to say and she just makes me laugh.” I figured that if Ms. Kanzler could find that student lovable, I just needed to look a little harder at who that student really was. And it helped. Our Tiger world was richer for her contributions and is a little darker now in her absence.
With love, Eileen Swift


I had the great fortune of having Ms. Kanzler as my teacher, she was always so sweet and helpful, and if anything ever happened she was always so understanding. She would give the best hugs and I would always love helping her afterschool. I never would have imagined this would happen, but now I remember to tell the ones you love that you love them every day.  Fly high Kanzler, we love you!

When I had first met Mrs. Kanzler, it was actually the first day of school. I was in her homeroom. I was unexpectedly moved to a different homeroom. She was very nice to me about not having the right homeroom. She was a very beautiful and funny lady. She made me laugh a lot when it was time for Club Rush. 

My memory of Mrs. Kanzler is that she was a very nice person she liked to talk to us in the class and see what was going on in our lives she always made sure we were ok and she always thought of others that's my memory of mrs.kanzler.

Jennifer, our beautiful, bright, capable and witty daughter, left us much too early.  
As her parents, we are proud she accomplished her dream of being a teacher.  From the age of 4, she played teacher to all the neighbor kids , we knew we were raising a dedicated teacher. Teaching English, Social Studies and Computer Science, she left behind a legacy of children.
Jennifer was an extraordinary daughter and will remain in our hearts forever.


I had the great fortune to work with Jen since she arrived at Computech.  Her devotion to students and staff was inspirational.  She was a gifted visionary, who taught both students and staff how to use technology.  Time is our most valuable commodity and Jen gave it freely.  When I needed help planting trees in front of the school, Jen offered her assistance.  When I see all the trees that line Belgravia, I will think that in some way, Jen is still there watching, protecting and giving comfort to our staff and students.  I hope Jen's family and friends will find comfort in knowing that during her time on Earth, she affected the lives of many.  Jennifer will be greatly missed.  I am lucky to have known her and to call her my friend.

I feel like I have a thousand memories of Jennifer. Those that I'll always hold near are the countless times I was able to watch her teach, the joy she had in working with her students and with others, getting to know each of them. She had a great ability to develop meaningful relationships with her students and was a heart of the Edison Computech staff and school. She will be greatly missed. 

Jennifer was one of those people that you'd go out of your way to visit, say hello.  Her distinctive and mischievous smile, the way she paid attention to others, and her finely honed sense of irony will no longer be there to greet us. My heart goes out to those close to Jen. Remember her, and smile.  

I once slipped into the 5th graders line during lunch because they got to get their food before the sixth graders.  When she and the other teachers saw me, she jokingly said, "have fun repeating the 5th grade!" to which I jokingly replied, "Yep, and I'll see you again next year to do this all over again!"  Ms. Kanzler exploded with laughter and worry as she exclaimed "Get back over here!" as she pulled me back into the line with my classmates. 

This former (unintentional) class clown remembers her laughter ringing through the hallways and in the classroom from the games and competitions we played.  Although many of us kids had not figured out how to ask for help, she was very aware and her natural presence made it easier to approach.   Sometimes, when I would hang out in the classroom (sometimes because of detention) I'd help with clean up or setup for events.  

The once "shortest 6th grade class" she's ever had will miss her dearly. 

Fly high Mrs. Kanzler you were such a good teacher m. You even help pay for my camping trip when my parent didn't have the money. I will never forget what you taught me in sixth grade. RIP

I always enjoyed every visit with Jennifer.  Such a smart, kind and caring woman, and lots of fun to be with.  My heart breaks for Bill and Marilyn as they grieve this unimaginable loss. Prayers for them, Miguel and all of Jennifer's friends.

How can we ever forget her sweet little voice saying” Aunt Sue and Uncle Jerry”. I can hear it in my head now.  Living so far apart, every visit was precious. She was a beautiful child, young teen, and young woman.  We treasure our baseball trip we spent together in San Francisco. Our hearts and prayers go out to Bill and Marilyn.

Jenn and Miguel came to visit us for a week last year and it was then that we met Jenn for the first time. She was such a lovely woman, and they were so lucky to have found each other, especially in this last year. Our hearts go out to her family, to Miguel, and to all the people whose lives she touched. She was a very special woman, so loving and giving. She will be sorely missed. 

Jen was one of the first to welcome me at Computech.  I was lucky to have her in my corner and help me settle in. She had a great sense of humor and a joy in working with her students. She was always looking for ways to make things better for everyone.  I enjoyed our conversations and hearing about the projects she was always tinkering with.  She was a great person to have as a teammate, a teacher and a friend.  Jen will be missed sorely, as she is off on a new adventure.   Farewell my friend. 

I haven't seen her in 13 years, but I do remember her being an amazing instructor at Computech Middle School.  I truly enjoyed her class.  May she rest in paradise.  She will be missed by all the lives she has impacted.

Jen always had her smile you could count on to brighten your day!  It was always a pleasure to sub for her classes at Computech!   She will be missed.  May she Rest In Peace.

I’m saddened to hear about Jennifer. We worked together in her pre-teaching days. A special and memorable person. Condolences to her parents and loved ones.

Mrs. Kanzler was one of my teachers at Computech Middle School. She was always so kind to me and I always felt like I belonged in her class. Her loss is truly heartbreaking but she’ll forever be remembered as an amazing teacher and part of the Tiger family. 🐯 

-Season Nañez 



Jen was always generous with her time, her knowledge, her laughter, her insight, her students and her colleagues. She made me a better teacher and her school a better place. We will miss her very much.

I offer my sincere condolences to the family of Jen, and to all of her friends, colleagues, and students. I taught with Jen for the last few years at Computech. Our paths didn't cross all that often, but she was kind of like the mama Tiger of the staff, at least to me she was. I always knew that she had the best interests of her colleagues and her students at heart, and she wouldn't hesitate to go to bat for any of us. I feel her loss deeply and our school will never be the same without her. My prayers are with her family.

Ty and Jennifer were our alter egos in another life.  We loved you guys and spent so many New Years together with Greta and black beans.  So many 4th of Julys in Cayucos and so many memories of music, smiles, beer and art making and laughs.  The world has changed but your loss truly makes it hit home.  You have impacted so many young lives and knowing you are no longer in our world creates such sorrow for us.  Thank you for the many wonderful memories.  
Much love,
Tom and Nancy

OBITUARY

Jennifer Louise Kanzler

6 August, 1968 – 23 December, 2020

Whitehurst Sullivan Burns & Blair Funeral Home

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