Jessica Lynn Taskonis, beloved daughter, sister, and mother, age 52, of Racine, WI, passed away unexpectedly of cardiac arrest on November 28, 2024, leaving a huge void in her family. She was born in Racine on March 7, 1972 to William and Ruth (nee: Ballewske) Schmidt. Jessica attended Burlington High School before graduating with her Bachelor of Science Degree from Herzing University. She was employed by Ascension All Saints Healthcare as a Manager of Employer Solutions.

In 2019, Jessica was diagnosed with breast cancer. In true Jessica form, she fought the good fight to beat cancer. In celebration, she gifted herself a Mazda Miata MX-5 which fulfilled her "need for speed" and renewed zest for life.

Jessica became a devoted mother to Taylor in 2004. Taylor was her pride and joy. She always said, "Taylor's birth changed my life for the better."  Taylor has always felt her mother's love and support. Jessica took special joy in having many adventures with Taylor, traveling, hanging out with her friends and creating memories that last a lifetime.

Throughout her life, family and friends were very important to Jessica. She openly shared her love and zeal for life with all those around her. She will be missed by many.

Surviving are her daughter, Taylor; father, William (Lenora) Schmidt; mother, Ruth (Lane) Donahue; sisters, Nicole (Jeremiah) Curtis and Monica (Mike) Cucciare; nephews and nieces, Logan and Adysson Curtis, Elaina and Nico Cucciare; Taylor's father, Matt Taskonis; and many loving uncles, aunts, cousins and friends who will never forget the love Jessica brought to their lives. Jessica was preceded in death by paternal grandparents, Walter and Mary Jane Schmidt; and maternal grandparents, Glenn and Anna Ballewske.

Service Details

Services celebrating Jessica's life will be held in Draeger-Langendorf Funeral Home on Saturday, January 4, 2025 at 5:00PM with Pastor Josh Petersen officiating. Visitation will be in the funeral home on Saturday from 3:00PM until the time of service.

Memorial Suggestions

In lieu of flowers, memorial remembrances directed to the family would be appreciated.