He graduated from Fenton High School in 1969. Jeffrey embarked on a commendable career journey as a United Auto Worker at AMC/Chrysler from 1973 to 2007. In 1976, he experienced one of his most cherished milestones - marriage, to Linda Spangler (Genthner)

Jeffrey had a great passion for watching his grandsons baseball games and grand daughters competition dance. He also held a fondness for watching the Chicago Cubs and Chicago Bears games. Also a love of classic cars.

He left his footprints in two cities, residing not only in Harvard, Illinois but also in Burlington, Wisconsin in the Lily Lake area.

Jeffrey's life may be encapsulated in years, but his spirit will live on. May he rest in peace.