Jean A. Cunnien

Jean "Jackie" Ann Cunnien, 68, died Wednesday, December 7, 2011, at her home in Winona, MN. Jackie was born February 23, 1943, in Winona, MN, to James and Jeanne (Thompson) Cole. She married Richard Cunnien in 1964 in Minneapolis and were later divorced. Jackie lived in Lexington, KY, where she worked as a supervisor for the County Health Department. Jackie also began her professional artistic career as a painter and paper maker in the oriental tradition. Wild Goose was her home studio. In 1996, following her mother's passing, Jackie returned to Winona, MN, where she continued her professional career as an artist. Jackie was a very special woman who adored her grandchildren.Survivors include her three children, Erin Foley of Louisville, KY, Cole (Heather) Cunnien of Canton, MI, and Adam Cunnien of Richmond, KY; six grandchildren,Grace and Parker Foley, Haley, Julia and Madison Cunnien, and Morgan Cunnien. She was preceded in death by her parents and brother, Douglas "King" Cole.Private family graveside services will be held in Lexington, KY. Hoff Funeral and Cremation Service - Hansen Goodview Chapel is assisting the family with local arrangements. Please share a memory of Jackie with her family or sign her online guestbook at: www.hofffunerl.com