Jacqueline "Jackie" R. Brashi

Jacqueline "Jackie" R. Brashi, loving mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend, passed away on Saturday, October 16, 2021 at the age of 75. She was born in Madison on January 9, 1946 to Dennis and Evelyn (Doughty) Cotts.

Jackie worked for the State of Wisconsin for over 25 years, retiring from the Department of Public Instruction. She loved playing games, reading, going out for lunch with friends, spending summers by the pool, and backrubs (receiving them of course!).

Jackie is survived by her two daughters Lisa (Alan) Romeis and Staci Brashi (Steve Bohan); sister Beverly Marshall; grandchildren Sharontae Brashi, Aysha Romeis, Annaliese Romeis, Errol Romeis, Brittney Bohan, Justin Bohan, and Hailey Litterer ; nieces and nephews Mike Tuggle, Rick (Judy) Upham, Joe (Lynette) Upham, Kristi (John) Haley; Laura (Kevin) Baggett, Ann Dorn, and Joey (Jess) Brashi; her former spouse and friend John Brashi; and many other relatives and friends.

Jackie was preceded in death by her parents, sister Katherine, and niece Kathy.

Jackie has touched the lives of so many with her unconditional love, generosity, and kindness. She is now in a place where she will feel no more pain and a place where love, peace, and happiness prevail.

The family would like to thank of all the caregivers who cared for her during her struggle with cancer including friends and families from The Landing, Oak Park Nursing and Rehabilitation, Agrace HospiceCare, and SSM Oncology Center.

A celebration of Jackie's life will be from 12:00-4:00 PM on Sunday, October 24, 2021 at Breakwater, 6308 Inland Wy, Monona, WI 53713.

"We will miss your smile, your laugh, your sense of humor, your presence, and most of all, your love."