Jennifer Claire Ireland

Jennifer Claire Ireland, 27, of Blue Springs, MO, passed away Sunday, February 4, 2007 at North Kansas City Hospital. Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:00 a.m. Saturday, February 10, 2007 at St. John LaLande Catholic Church. A Celebration of Life Service will be 7:00 p.m. Friday, February 9, 2007 at First Baptist Church of Blue Springs. Burial in Floral Hills Cemetery. Jen was born February 17, 1979 in Cape Girardeau, MO to Dennis G. and Jan F. (Kohlfeld) Bles. Jennifer was a devoted and loving wife, mother, daughter, sister and friend. She touched many lives during her battle with cancer. Her grace, dignity and courage was an inspiration to us all. Jennifer is survived by her husband Chris Ireland; daughters Emma Claire, 4 years, Peighton McKenzie Paulette, 22 months; mother Jan Velander and husband Bob; father Dennis Bles and wife Tina; brothers Jason and Jordan Bles; sister Robin Velander; niece and nephew Lilly and Dylan Velander; maternal grandparents Leo and Blanche Kohlfeld; paternal grandfather George Bles; many special aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. Jen was preceded in death by her grandmother Vernita Bles. Visit www.jenniferirelandfoundation.com for memorial contributions and further information.