Jadonna Lee (Conrad) Essenpries, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her family on July 10, 2026, at the age of 89. In accordance with her wishes, there will be no funeral service. Family and friends are invited to celebrate Jadonna's life at a Celebration of Life on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the Downey Carriage House in Adrian.

Born on February 6, 1937, to Clarence Floyd and Della Pearl (Wilkerson) Conrad, Jadonna grew up in Rich Hill, Missouri. She dedicated her career to caring for others as a nurse, a profession that reflected her compassionate heart and quiet strength. While she spent much of her life serving others, her greatest joy was always her family. She was a devoted wife to her beloved husband, Ronald Dean Essenpries, and together they raised 7 children and built a family that became her greatest pride.

Jadonna found happiness in life's simple pleasures. She loved spending time at the family lake house, relaxing on the swing on her back deck, crocheting, creating pottery, and listening to Willie's Roadhouse. More than anything, she treasured the moments spent surrounded by those she loved.

Anyone who knew Jadonna knew she was a woman of few words, but when she spoke, her quick wit, dry sense of humor, and perfectly timed sarcastic remarks could leave everyone laughing. Her quiet presence, unwavering love for her family, and unforgettable personality will be deeply missed but fondly remembered.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Ronald Dean Essenpries; her daughter, Sherry Lynn Widner; her brother, Eldon Conrad; and her sister, Beverly Dunlap. She is lovingly survived by 6 children, Sheila (James) Wackerman, Doug (Rose) Essenpries, Dick (Shari) Essenpries, Teresa (Roger) Dyer, Tracy (Jason) Chamberlain, and Ronielle (Brandon) Bettels, 22 grandchildren, 49 great-grandchildren, and 5 great-great-grandchildren, along with many extended family members and friends who will cherish her memory.

Though our hearts are heavy with her passing, we find comfort in the countless memories she leaves behind. Her legacy of love, strength, humor, and family will continue to live on through the generations she helped shape.