Service Details
A Service of Rememberance will begin, at the funeral home, on Wednesday, September 12th, at 11:30 a.m.
Visitation will be in the funeral home on Wednesday, from 9:30 a.m. until the time of the service.
In keeping with Lynn’s wish, cremation will follow.
Memorial Suggestions
It was also Lynn’s wish that NO FLOWERS BE SENT.
Instead memorials should be directed to H.O.P.E. Safehouse.
Lynette “Lynn” Nielsen-Eeg, 64, passed away on Wednesday, September 5, 2018, after a courageous battle with cancer. Her loving and caring family was at her side. Lynn was born in Racine on August 21, 1954, the daughter of Oliver and Pearl (nee: Wilson) Cody.
On September 10, 1988, in Atonement Lutheran Church, she was united in marriage to Jonathan Eeg. Lynn was vice-president and founder of H.O.P.E., Safehouse for over 30 years. She rescued thousands of animals, 329 from hurricane Katrina alone. She was the owner and operator of Speed Textile for over 43 years.
Surviving are her loving husband, Jon; step-daughters, Jennifer (Matt) Elster, of Downers Grove, IL, and Nicole Singstock, of Milwaukee; grandchildren, Jonah and Avi Elster; step-brothers, Gary Czechowicz, Rick (Michelle) Czechowicz, both of Racine, Scott Czechowicz, in Northern Wisconsin. Lynn is also survived by numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, other relatives and a host of friends, and many grateful furry and feathered friends. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her dear step-father Murphy Czechowicz.
Jen Fravel-A Ray of Hope Saline County Illinois says
I am so saddened by this news. She was truly a wonderful person. She helped when she could and for that I am so thankful. I cannot thank her enough. Deepest sympathy. You will be dearly missed by your friends, family and all the animals you
Helped.
Susan Capobianco Eisenbart says
Jon there are no words to comfort you. I’m so very sorry. love you my friend ❤
Louise Jennings says
My life’s passion is animals, as was Lynn’s. If even for no other reason than that, I admired her greatly. We are all poorer without her presence. Can you imagine how many furry creatures are running joyfully to meet her on the Rainbow Bridge? Deepest and loving condolences to Jon and the family. RIP, Lynn.
Mary Schacht says
We were best friends during school and our party years. You gave your heart wherever it was needed. You will be remembered and missed.
Laura Luehr says
Wonderful woman, she will be missed by many!
Terri Nelson says
Lynn was dedicated to the animals she rescued. One of the most caring people I have known. RIP Lynn you will be missed. My sincerest condolences to your blood family and your animal rescue family.
Olsen says
Lynn you will never be forgotten for all you did and those you have saved. You blessed us with the best dog saving him from Katrina
We can’t thank you enough. Our boy Smokey will be there to greet you. Love and sympathy Matt & Teri Olsen.
Gabby says
So sorry to hear of her passing…..she was a beautiful woman inside and out…My Heart and Prayers go out to Jon and the Family…May God help you through this rough time….God Bless..Gabby
Vicky Whiting says
You will be missed forever. May your family have peace and hang onto the many good memories. Thank you for teaching me that all animals matter and all animals can be helped. Hug my babies at the bridge.
Julie Krebs says
Lynn will be greatly missed. My deepest sympathies to Jon and the family.
danielle widmer says
Once a friend, Lynn was a friend forever. She was always there for me.
The world will miss this wonderful lady.
Laura Siettmann says
Lynn, I was blessed to have known you and to have worked with you. Not many people leave this world having truly made a difference. You were one of those people.
Sharon Johnson says
The animal world has lost a great friend and hero. Lynn was an amazing person who dedicated her life to providing HOPE to countless of unwanted pets. Unfortunately we’ll be out of town Wednesday but please know Jon, you have our deepest sympathy. Sharon and Don
Robert Klinkhammer says
Will miss her so much. What a fireball, always there ready to greet the new rescues I delivered. I was blessed with Katy from Katrina and that was when I joined H.O.P.E.
My thoughts and prayers are with you, Jon and your family.
Colleen Cox says
Jon and Family,
So sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Del Gross says
I’ll miss you Lynn & the dear best friends I got from Hope. Billy was my frist dog I adoped then was Aggie. I still have Sissey or Java. Some day hope to see you & all our best friends together.DEl
Heather Jirgensen says
Dear Lynn,
You will forever be my hero. I am grateful to have known you and only wish it could have been for much longer. Thank you for all the good you helped bring to the world with your huge heart and amazing spirit. Words cannot express the emptiness I feel of your untimely passing. My heart and healing energy go out to your family and friends.
Anonymous says
Lynn seems like yesterday we all were in school. so many days we hung out in and after. So sad you had this happen to you my friend so happy you weren’t alone. May you rest in Peace. God bless you and yours!
Annette Larson says
Lynn seems like yesterday we all were in school. so many days we hung out in and after. So sad you had this happen to you my friend so happy you weren’t alone. May you rest in Peace. God bless you and yours!