In Memory Of
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Jackie Lynn Sylak-Deters
Seneca, Kansas
05/14/1970 - 02/09/2026
Jackie Lynn Sylak, 55, of Seneca, Kansas passed away February 9, 2026 after her courageous battle with ovarian cancer.
Jackie was born on May 14th, 1970, in Warren, Ohio the daughter of Susan “Sue” Bloom and Stephen “Danny” Sylak. She grew up in McDonald, Ohio graduating from McDonald High School in 1988. After high school she moved to Florida and worked as an Apartment Manager. While living in Florida, she was blessed with a daughter, Emily Kate. Jackie later moved to the Kansas City area working sales for Baron Mini. She then moved to Seneca, KS where she worked for 17 years at the United Bank & Trust. She has always truly enjoyed helping her customers with a friendly smile to brighten their day.
On September 19th, 2009, she married Richard F. Deters at St. Mary’s Catholic Church, St. Benedict, KS. They celebrated 16 wonderful years of marriage. Their steadfast love for each other was evident. To this union, their son Finn Ferdinand was born.
She was a member of the Northridge Church in Seneca. She loved serving in youth ministry and had a true passion for sharing God’s word. In addition, she was also a volunteer for the Flint Hills Foster Teen Camps in Manhattan, KS.
Her favorite bible verse: Philippians 4:8 “And now, dear brother and sisters, one final thing. Fix your thoughts on what is true, and honorable, and right, and pure, and lovely, and admirable. Think about things that are excellent and worthy of praise.”
Jackie will be remembered as a bright light in our lives with her beautiful smile and always making friends wherever she goes. Her children are her rays of sunshine. In her free time, she enjoyed flower gardening, walks on the beach, attending their son’s football games, driving her kite blue mini cooper, time with friends drinking tea, sharing scripture and she especially enjoyed her local town’s favorite Sweet Pea’s Bakery.
She is survived by her husband and two children: Emily Wilhelm (friend Jake) of Kansas City, MO and Finn Deters of the home. Her parents Susan “Sue” Bloom and Stephen “Danny” Sylak of Ohio. Surviving siblings are Danielle Watson, Daniel Sylak, Amanda Henry and Jeremy Darrah.
A visitation for family and friends will be on Friday, February 13th from 4:00 – 6:00 p.m. at the NorthRidge Church, Seneca, KS. Funeral will be held on Saturday, February 14th at 10:30 a.m. at the NorthRidge Church, Seneca, KS. Burial will follow at the St. Mary’s Catholic Cemetery, St. Benedict, KS.
Memorials may be given in Jackie’s memory to Finn Deters Education.
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I am so sorry for your family’s loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Deepest sympathy and prayers to you and your family. Our hearts and love are with you and your family.
Jackie will always be remembered for her smile. I first met her at a woman’s retreat for FBC Topeka. I was surprised she came to the retreat when she only visited the church from time to time. We bonded quickly. Although we only saw each other 3 or 4 times a year, we had a strong connection. Jackie was a picture of the love of Christ. Jackie loved everyone!. It broke my heart to see her fighting against this deadly disease. My heart sings for joy now because she can stop fighting and is pain free! See you later Jackie!
Heartbreaking to hear of this loss. Jackie volunteered with our Flint Hills Foster Teen Camp and was such a warm, loving support for the campers and to the team.
Death is a seperation, The body returns to the earth and the soul returns to God. [Ecc 12:00 7] The one who gave life . Farewell my friend u will be miss.
Jackie was an angel… just beautiful… ✝️God, teach me to laugh again; but never let me forget that I cried ✝️
I am so thankful that she found me… and we met… all of her friends are blessed to be loved by her… Richard and Finn, you both are in my prayers 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻
I was shocked to hear of jackie’s passing. she was a neighbour of my parents, and had some heartfelt things to say when my dad passed in 2018. she also worked at united bank and trust, and helped me out several times at the bank. she was such a sweet person. condolences to the family. she will be missed!
Richard:
I was shocked to learn of the loss of Jackie. My heart and prayers go out to you and your son.
It was wonderful watching Jackie grow from a toddler to a wonderful young lady. We have many memories from all of her visits to Grandma and Grandad Bloom’s in Pennsylvania.
She will be missed
Uncle Roger
My deepest sympathy to Jackie’s whole family. My sweet cousin who loved the Lord, I am glad you are not fighting such a hard battle any more. The battle left is all of us missing her.
My deepest condolences to the family! I met Jackie at Eden Valley Lifestyle Center. We quickly became kindred spirits and the ‘big sister she always wanted’, she said. She became my little sister that I just adored! She was a light and magnet for Jesus! I admired her laughter and joy in Jesus, although in a battle for her life. She loved Jesus, life, her family and her flowers! I will deeply miss her! I look forward to reuniting with her on resurrection morning! We have this hope in Jesus Christ! In the mean time, I will stand in the gap, praying for her family and the things she was praying for. And like her, I will encourage as many as I can to give their hearts to Jesus!