Jodel Kae Wernsman

Jodel Kae Wernsman passed away Sept. 26th, 2020 in White House, Tennessee. Jodi was born September 1, 1961 in Enid, Oklahoma to Henrietta (Kain) and Harold Wernsman. The family moved to Sidney, Nebraska where Jodi attended elementary school and graduated from St. Patrick’s High School in 1979. Jodi attended Kearney State College for one semester. In 1982, Jodi moved to Nashville, Tennessee. She worked for the American Red Cross as a phlebotomist for 18 years. On October 12, 1993, Allyson Marie Williams blessed Jodi with the role of mother. Jodi loved being Ally’s mom. Nothing gave her more joy than seeing her daughter grow into a wonderful young lady. In 2001, Jodi and Ally moved to Sidney, Nebraska after the death of Jodi’s mother. Jodi graduated with her Associates Degree in Health Occupations at Western Nebraska Community College and obtained her Licensed Practical Nursing Degree. While at WNCC she was a member of Phi Theta Kappa, received the 2003 Outstanding Student for Health Occupations Award and the Gina Buttle Achievement Award. While living in Nebraska, Aunt Jodel helped nurture and raise her niece Whitni, and nephews Austin, Tanner, Ryan and Brenan along with her daughter Allyson. Many family dinners, trips and great times were had during this time. In the summer of 2003, Jodi and Ally moved back to Nashville where Jodi worked at numerous nursing facilities during her nursing career. Throughout her years in nursing, she gave compassion and excellent care to all of her patients. Her last position was at the Sumner County Jail Facility in Gallatin, Tennessee. She considered her coworkers as friends. Ill health forced her to retire from nursing in 2013. Many times during these difficult years, Ally and her partner Derrin were there to help however they could. Jodi enjoyed knitting, was an avid reader and loved visiting with friends and family. On March 5th, 2020, Jodi became Nana to her granddaughter Kaisley Kae Hall. Kaisley brought much joy and love to Jodi’s life. There was no greater joy for Jodi then to spend time playing with sweet Kaisley. Jodi had a funny sense of humor and great laugh. She was kind and loving to all she met and will be dearly missed by all who knew and loved her. Proceeding her in death are her parents Harold & Henrietta Wersnman, Grandparents Barney & Anne Wernsman, Fred & Elizabeth Kain, Sister-in-law Dena Wernsman, numerous aunts, uncles and cousins. Left to honor her memory are her daughter Allyson Marie Williams, (Derrin Hall) granddaughter Kaisley Kae Hall, Hendersonville, Tennessee, brother Jeff Wernsman (Tina) Arapahoe, Nebraska, sister Judi Roach (Gary) Guide Rock, Nebraska, niece Whitni Rust (Adam) nephews; Austin and Tanner Wernsman, Ryan & Brenan Roach, three great nieces, two great nephews, extended family and friends along with her friend/sister of many years; Terri Johnson Adams and her husband Jackie. Following Jodi’s wishes, cremation has occurred. Burial services will be held in Sidney, Ne at a future date. Memorial contributions may be made in care of the family and sent to Jeff Wernsman, 1212 Locust Street Arapahoe, Ne 68922. Memorial to be held Friday Oct. 2nd at 10am at Connell Memorial United Methodists Church 113 Church St. Gooodletsville, Tenn. Covid restructions apply, Masks required. ARRANGEMENTS ENTRUSTED TO AUSTIN & BELL 533 Highway 76 White House, TN 37188 (615)672-5000 www.austinandbell.com

Jodel Kae Wernsman

September 1, 1961 - September 26, 2020