About This Memory Space
This page was created for Jackie Kay Kurker's family and friends as a place to remember them, to share stories, and to keep their memory close in everyday life.
It is cared for and added to over time by the people who knew them, and everyone is invited to contribute, whether that is a story, a photo, a few words, or a simple note.
Many families visit places like this not just once, but again and again, especially on quiet days or meaningful anniversaries. This page is here for those moments, wherever you are.
A place to return to when you want to feel close again, to remember a moment, or to leave a few words for others to read. Over time, it grows through the voices of everyone who knew and loved them.
Light a Candle Growing
Light a candle to honor Jackie Kay Kurker's memory. Each lighting keeps their memory burning bright for 23 hours.
Candle lit burns 23 hours. Come back and light it again after 23 hours to keep the memory burning.
Limited to 5 lightings per hour to prevent abuse.
Memory Wall Growing
Stories, photos, and memories shared by people who knew Jackie Kay Kurker. This is the heart of this space—a collection that grows as more people contribute.
No memories posted yet. Be the first to share a story or memory.
Life & Legacy
Jackie Kay Kurker crafted a life rich with creativity, warmth, and profound connections, leaving an indelible mark through her design talents, boundless affection for family, and gentle spirit that embraced everyone she encountered.
Born in Indianapolis on October 3, 1943, Jackie grew up in her beloved hometown, forging deep roots there while embracing adventures in Fort Wayne, St. Louis, Omaha, Roanoke, Virginia, and Bonita Springs, Florida. A distinguished alumna of Ladywood School, she channeled her artistic eye and passion into interior design, becoming a certified ASID professional whose work transformed spaces with elegance and insight. Guided by a steadfast faith, generosity, and empathy, Jackie navigated life's journey with an infectious laugh, radiant smile, and a habit of offering hugs, hand-holding, and heartfelt 'I love you's that made others feel truly valued. Her presence radiated kindness and acceptance, instilling core values in those around her while cherishing every moment of connection.
As a certified ASID interior designer, Jackie poured her heart into the home furnishings and design world, a realm she adored. Her expertise brought beauty and functionality to countless spaces, reflecting her keen aesthetic sense and dedication to creating environments that nurtured comfort and joy for families.
Photos of Jackie's Life
Family & Loved Ones
Jackie's world revolved around nurturing her blended brood of eight children—her own Mike, Chris, Lisa, and Kim, alongside stepchildren Dawn, Sheri, Dan, and Kevin—forming the spirited 'Eight is Enough' Kurker/Meyers clan that sparked her deepest fulfillment. She showered them with unwavering support, sage counsel, and endless pride, while her four siblings—Michael Scott, Richard Scott, Marcia Lieber, and Sheri Gregory—shared in the enduring ties she cultivated. Grandchildren, nieces, nephews, and steadfast friends rounded out her circle, all enriched by her compassionate hugs and affirming words that made every gathering a haven of love.
Remembered by Friends & Family
Tributes from Jackie's circle weave a vivid tapestry of her gentle influence, underscoring her role as a beacon of empathy, joyful laughter, and steadfast family devotion that lingered in every heart she touched.
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