Bristol: Age 56 passed away on May 3, 2016. Jeanine Lee Rogers was born on May 5, 1959 in Canandaigua, NY. Jeanine grew up in Bloomfield, NY where she graduated in 1977 from Bloomfield Central School where she was a 3 sport athlete and excelled in art. She graduated from Ithaca College with a Bachelor’s degree in Physical Education. She worked as an educator and very successful track, soccer, and basketball coach for the Bloomfield district for 35 years. She had a very positive influence on the hundreds of students she taught and coached loving every one of them. Her unique talent as a coach encouraged developing athletes in the respective sport while still ensuring each athlete had fun. As a former athlete noted “Coach Pestle makes running in circles fun.”
Jeanine had a love of photography and always had her camera ready. Whether it be a holiday, sporting event, vacations, nature scenes or pets, Jeanine captured the moment and then lovingly created memory books and calendars for family, friends, and athletes. Her artistic talent was also evident in any party with the perfect decorations making every gathering extra special and unique. She was a generous soul who was the life of the party. She always showed up with her megawatt smile sporting the latest fashion trend perfectly accessorized. Dessert was another trademark of hers and many of us have gained a few pounds due to her love of sharing her creations, especially her famous chocolate chip cookies.
Her many interests included regular poker games, softball, attending country music concerts, spending time with family, the Dallas Cowboys, hanging out with friends at her pool, reading a good book, visiting her family in the 1000 Islands, gardening, shopping, and arts and crafts.
Jeanine filled many roles during her life; coach, teacher, athlete, wife, sister, daughter, favorite Aunt and leader. Jeanine’s outgoing personality made you feel right at home the moment you met her. Her spirit will remain with everyone she knew. Heaven watch out, because you got a good one!!
Survived by her husband of 31 years, Greg Pestle, her parents Marty & Roger Hawkins and Gene Rogers & Kathy Cooper, siblings Doug (Jennifer) Rogers, Mike (Nancy) Rogers, Andrea (Dave) Smith, Rick (Jennifer) Hawkins and Bobbi Jo Siccardi. Brothers and Sisters-in-Law David (Linda) Pestle, Scott (Cathy) Pestle, and Matt (Laurie Beth) Pestle. Also survived and loved by many nieces and nephews who looked to her as a second Mom and big sister Olivia & Levi Rogers, Benjamin & Meredith Rogers, Noah Smith, Trevor, Ryan & Emma Hawkins, Austin VanOrden & MacKenzie Siccardi, Casey Pestle, Lindsey, Taylor & Kali Pestle, Haley & Mia Pestle, Katie and Michael Warren and her two beloved cats Mr. Whiskers & Bella.
Friends may call on Saturday, May 7th from 2:00 to 6:00 pm at the Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral Home, 8624 Main Street, Honeoye, NY. A memorial service will be held on Sunday, May 8th at 2:00 pm at the Bloomfield High School Auditorium, Oakmount Avenue, Bloomfield, NY. Donations may be made to the Jeanine L. Pestle Scholarship Fund, c/o CNB, PO Box 208, Bloomfield, NY 14469. To send condolences please visit: www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com
I’m saddened to hear the news of Jeanine’s death. Too many people have left us too soon. My memories of her are slow pitch softball. What a great time we had competing. And she was a real competitor. May God hold you in the palm of His hand, close to His heart and comfort you and your family. You and your family will be held in prayer.
With heartfelt sympathy. She had such a positive influence on my children during their school years. Our thoughts and prayers go out to all of her family and friends.
Greg and rest of Pestle Family and also friends of Jeanine’s:
Thoughts and prayers are with you all as you mourn the loss of Jeanine
To Greg and family, our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time. Coach Pestle was totally devoted to all the children she coached and taught them so much, especially to have fun. She was always enthusiastic and very thoughtful. She will be greatly missed. She was a great coach and mentor.
With sympathy, The McWilliams’ Family
On behalf of the coaches and athletes of Section Five Track and Field please accept our condolences. She has been such a presence in Section Five for many years. We will miss her.
The coaches and athletes of Section Five Track and Field.
I was very saddened to hear this news. I wasn’t aware of Couches struggle with Cancer. She was by far a pillar in my life during school and sports. Although I never felt the need to “fit in” couch always made me, and so many others, feel like we were all star athletes. That we could do ANYTHING we put our minds to. I will always remember her couching me in the Pentathlon for track, helping me improve my 100 hurdle gate from a 4 step to 3 step between each. Something that she always told me was hard to do and many could not at that level. She made me feel amazing, loved, happy and fearless! I’ll never forget the love I felt from her in Soccer. I might not have not the best skills but I had the passion and she always encouraged that regardless the skill that might have lacked on the field with me out there, ha ha 🙂 I will also never forget the beaming light in her eyes and smile seeing her years after school and college and how she instantly recognized me and was happy to run into me.
All of my love and thoughts to all her family and friends during this time. Heaven surely did get a great one, but her impact will never be forgotten!!!
Greg and family,
I am so sorry for the loss of your loved one. She was my favorite substitute teacher in school as well as an amazing person. Her smile, her energy, sweetness as well as her personality has always brightened my day. She will be missed dearly.
Our condolences to all of you. May your memories get you through the hard times ahead.
We are still in disbelief. Jeanine was a fantastic person as a friend, teacher, coach, teammate, sister, wife, aunt, daughter, daughter-in-law ~ ah the list goes on. Her smile will light up the Heavens!!! She will be missed by so many. Our thoughts, our prayers and our cares to those she loved.
Greg and family, I am very sorry for your loss. My prayers to you during this difficult time.
So sorry to hear about Jeanine. We were rivals in high school, and her Bloomfield teams always beat us. She was a gifted athlete and good person. My thoughts are with Greg and the rest of the family.
May you rest in peace
Greg and family,
Peace and prayers to you and yours during this difficult time. We will be praying for all of you.
Fondly,
The Bill Fitzgerald Family
It is so hard to find the words. What a loss for her family, friends, community, colleagues and all the students whose lives she has touched and would have touched. I keep thinking that such a vibrant person cannot be gone…
My sincerest condolences are offered for all of us who loved her.
I am overwhelmed with shock and sadness for the Pestle family. My hearts and prayers go out to all.
So very sorry to read about Jeanine. She was a former student, then a colleague and a great friend. She gave her all no matter what she was doing. Jeanine was always so very nice, friendly and had a beautiful smile. Prayers and thoughts go out to her wonderful family. I am sorry and sadden that I will not be able to attend the services but I will be thinking and praying for all
Rich and Cecilia Colosi