Jeannine was a very loving and dedicated wife, mother, daughter, sister, aunt, and friend. She had an incredible beauty both inside and out. She was known for her kind and caring heart, sweet friendship, quiet strength, sincere loyalty, and deep compassion for others. She always displayed a positive attitude, fabulous sense of fashion, and a gorgeous smile that brightened every room she entered. Jeannine lived each moment to the fullest and took joy in many things such as taking walks on the beach, making trips to the mountains, listening to live music, dancing like there’s no tomorrow, cooking delicious meals for her family, making everyday life better with her contagious laughter, and delighting in caring for others. During the last year of Jeannine’s life, she fell head over heels in love with her husband, David, and became a devoted mom to the world renowned furry friend, Hims (Friend).
Jeannine was a longtime member of Cape Fear Christian Church in Wilmington. Her life was a living example of selfless love, dedication, kindness, and faith. We take comfort in knowing she was a faithful follower and baptized believer in Jesus Christ, and is now in Heaven with her Savior.
For more than 20 years, Jeannine worked at Olan Mills Portrait Studios. She was the favorite photographer for countless families living in and near New Hanover County. She had a sharp eye for capturing just the perfect pose of precious milestones for so many. The last few years, Jeannine worked at GHA Autism Supports. She was a wonderful advocate for individuals with autism. She demonstrated a nurturing and compassionate attitude and made such a positive impact. She was adored by all of her clients and co-workers.
Jeannine is survived by her husband David Jernigan, son Anthony Redmond, mother Connie DeGraw, sister Sharon Robie (Rick), brother Art Stroman (Sara), niece Alyssa Robie, and nephews Ricky Robie and Dylan Stroman.
She was preceded in death by her dad Will Stroman III, stepfather Maurice DeGraw, nephew Michael Stroman, uncle Larry Stroman.
Family and friends are invited to attend visiting hours on Wednesday, 12/4/2019 from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm at Coble Ward-Smith Funeral and Cremation Service located at 3915 Oleander Drive. This will be followed by a graveside service on Thursday, 12/5/2019 at 11:00 am at Greenlawn Memorial Park located at 1311 Shipyard Boulevard.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Jeannine’s home church: Cape Fear Christian Church, 811 North College Road, Wilmington, NC 28405.
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