Jean Marie Appleton, 61, passed away peacefully while surrounded by her family on February 17, 2023. Jean was born in Des Moines, Iowa on September 9, 1961 to David and Barbara Makinson.
Jean enjoyed traveling, reading and playing the piano. She was a hardworking mother who always made time to spend with family and friends. Jean was loved by many and will be missed deeply.
Jean was preceded in death by her father, David Makinson and significant other Frederick “Tony” Michael.
Left to cherish her loving memory are her children, Anne, Joe and Sarah Appleton; grandchildren, Alisha, Arianna, Cameron , Autumn and Nova Appleton; mother, Barbara Johnson; brother, John Makinson; sister, Ann Johnson; many more extended family members and friends.