Jacquelyn Katherine Hammerstein

Jacquelyn Katherine Hammerstein, 83, of Manteno, passed away on Monday, 6, 2023. She was born on October 5, 1939, in Grand Rapids, Michigan, the daughter of Jakob Hoelzgen and Francis Fifelski. On May 17, 1957, she married Thomas G. Hammerstein Sr. She worked as a hairdresser for many, many years. Jacquelyn is survived by her children, Thomas (Cheryl) Hammerstein Jr and Steve (Mary) Hammerstein; five grandchildren, Amanda Boeschel, Elizabeth Monroe, Rachel Boyton, Megan Hammerstein, and Lindsey Hammerstein; and seven great-grandchildren, Jacob, Noah, and Joshua Boeschel, Addison, Delanie, Caleb, and Mason Monroe. She is preceded in death by her parents, Jakob and Francis Hoelzgen; her husband, Thomas Hammerstein Sr; one sister, Geraldine Hoelzgen; and one brother, James Hoelzgen. Cremation rites were accorded. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the wishes of the family.