While Michigan State Police homicide investigators work to solve the mystery of who shot Jennifer Ann Scavone on I-75 early Saturday as she drove home from work in Greektown, family members, co-workers and friends post tributes to the 32-year-old Sterling Heights mother of four.
Scavone's "smile that lit up any room" and her devotion to family are mentioned repeatedly at a public memorial page hosted by Wujek & Calcaterra & Sons funeral home, site of a Saturday morning funeral in Sterling Heights.
"She wasn't the type of girl that would ignore you or be mean if you weren't the coolest or most popular," recalls middle school classmate Lisa Lynn of Roseville. Others mention "the love you had for your children" and that she "was there for me when I needed."
A state courtesy patrol driver found Scavone inside her bullet-riddled GMC Yukon SUV with the engine idling about 3:40 a.m. Saturday on northbound I-75 near Mack. "The investigation is moving along,” Lt. Michael Shaw of the state police said early this week.
These are among mourners' reflections Wednesday:
"She had a fierce passion for loving her darling children. . . . The world is a much darker place now that we have suffered the loss of such an amazing person." – Ashley Dunn of Melvindale, co-worker
"You were taken from us way to soon. You will be so deeply missed. Your children will be loved and well taken care of by all of us." – Karen Scavone Emmendorfer of Detroit, aunt
"Jennie and I have been friends for nine years. Derek [her son] and my son played soccer together and also went to school together. . . . I am blessed to have known such a wonderful person and call her my friend. You always had a smile that went on for miles." – Sherri Lach of St. Clair Shores, friend
"The world needs more kindhearted, spirited, cheerful, delightful, friendly people like Jennie. We will miss her." – Scott Van Peeren of Roseville, cousin
"I went to Roseville Junior High School with Jennie back in the day. . . . I remember her having such a beautiful smile and being a very sweet-hearted girl. She wasn't the type of girl that would ignore you or be mean if you weren't the coolest or most popular." – Lisa Lynn of Roseville, schoolmate
"You were so sweet and kind to my children. The love you had for your children is something that amazes me and will forever. To watch you with Derek was a beautiful sight to see." -- Jennifer Catlin, St. Clair Shores, youth soccer league friend
"Jennie is a sweet person with such a big heart. I can remember great laughs and great times." -- Kellie Ehresman of Sterling Heights, friend
"Our children attended school and soccer together. From the first day we spoke, I thought you were such a kind and loving individual who loved her family very much. You raised a wonderful family, Derek is so much like you." -- Shabana Sheikh of Fraser, friend
"Jennie had a smile that lit up any room. It was impossible to be in a bad mood when she was around. . . . She loved her family and bragged about them every time I saw her. She has taught me a million life lessons in the three years we worked together and I have become a better person from knowing her." – Jennifer Finley of Riverview, co-worker
"You were so very sweet to my children when they were in your care. I never had a worry when you were taking care of my children. . . . You were always there for me when I needed you." – Dawn Adragna of Eastpointe, friend
"I've never met anyone like her. She was the sweetest, caring, gentle person. She would always make you smile, even if you didn't want to." – Lacresha Holland of Mount Clemens, co-worker
"I am so glad I had the pleasure of knowing her and working with her." –Tonia Guzik of Warren, co-worker
"I met Jenny about five years ago at the [Bouzouki Lounge]. . . . She was the sweetest person that I've ever met. Even if she was in a bad mood because the night didn't go well, she always had something to smile about." – Shannon Galvan of Adrian, past co-worker
"I am thankful I have some great memories that I will never forget. You always had a smile no matter what." -- Aimee Giacchina of Seville, Mich., friend
"Jennie always had a smile on her face and an open heart. She brought tremendous happiness to everyone she encountered." – Paige Peltier, friend
-- Alan Stamm
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