December 10, 1985 ~ February 28, 2009
The second of three children, Brittany Lynn, was born in the Caldwell Hospital on December 10, 1985 to Bryan and Lynn Jenista Nispel. On March 23, 1986 Rev. Bill McFall baptized Brittany in the Caldwell United Methodist Church.
Brittany grew up in Caldwell where she was surrounded by family. She played with cousins, spent time with grandparents, hunted and fished as well as played near and in the Chicaskia River. As a very young girl, Brittany earned the nickname “Beamer” because of her infectious grin. As a softball pitcher, the name took on an additional meaning. Brittany loved to play softball and her team, coached by her Dad, went to the state softball
tournament several times.
Brittany attended Caldwell schools, graduating in the class of 2004. A poet, she was a smart student who had plenty of time for harmless mischief. When she would call Chandra and ask her out to lunch, Chandra quickly learned she’d be paying for both of them as Brittany always claimed to not have any money. She was a texting whiz on her cell phone, going too fast for anyone in her family to keep up. She loved driving around in her red “Holly Honda.”
From Caldwell High School, Brittany went on to attain an associate degree from Cowley Community College. She loved children, especially her “special boys,” nephew Kaden Morgan and cousin Allyson’s three boys. Brittany was very good at working with people who face extra challenges. She enjoyed doing things with and for many of the residents at North Field Apartments and they loved spending time with Brittany.
On Saturday, February 28, 2009 Brittany died in Wichita, KS at the age of 23.
She is survived by her mother, Lynn Nispel, and her father and step-mother, Bryan and Marla Nispel, all of Caldwell; her sister and brother-in-law, Chandra and Jeremiah Morgan of Overland Park, KS; a brother Nick Nispel of Caldwell; two step-brothers, Justin Whittaker of Wichita and Brady Moddelmog of Manhattan, KS; and her grandparents, Edna Nispel and Leon and Barbara Jenista, all of Caldwell. Also mourning Brittany are her aunts and uncles, Sandra and J.T. Kelso, Cindy Jenista, Julie and Tim Stuck, Mary Lynn and Mark Jenkins, and Randy Jenista; her cousins, Allyson Krenek, Kelsey Krenek, Austen Krenek, Emily Day, Kami Jenkins, and Tyler Jenkins; her “special boys”, Kaden Morgan, and Caleb John, Jayce David, and Jax Austen Noyes; as well as many other relatives, classmates, and friends.
Funeral services will be held 10:00 a.m. Thursday, March 5, 2009 at the United Methodist Church, Caldwell, Kansas. Memorials may be given in Brittany's name to the Kansas Special Olympics. Friends may call at the mortuary from 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Tuesday, March 3, 2009 and 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Wednesday, March 4, 2009.
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Condolences
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Sannie Wykes
Family and Friends - 03/01/2009
We are so sorry for your loss, you all are in our thoughts & in our prayers. God Bless you and Brittany. Sannie & Bruce Wykes & Family
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Vicki L Morrison
Family and Friends - 03/02/2009
Lynn and Family, I was so sorry to hear about Brittany. There really are no words that can help you at this time but just know we are all thinking of you and wishing for you whatever peace may be found. Vicki Morrison
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Dr. Harold and Tracey Small & Family----Martha Robberson
Family and Friends - 03/03/2009
Dear Nispel Family, Please accept our sincere sympathy on the loss of Brittney. We send our thoughts and prayers to your entire family during this sad time. We will continue to lift your family up in prayer in the coming days.
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Glenn and Lisa Mudd and Family
Family and Friends - 03/03/2009
We are sorry to hear hear about your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
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Nathan & Aimee Dannels and family
Family and Friends - 03/03/2009
Our hearts break for your loss. All of you are in our thoughts and prayers. God bless.
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Hannah and Randy Gerberding
Family and Friends - 03/03/2009
Sending tons of thoughts and prayers.
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Guerra family
Family and Friends - 03/03/2009
We are so sorry to hear of your lose. Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Kim Schroeder (sister of Mark Jenkins)
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Family and Friends - 03/03/2009
Dearest Nispel Family, Heartfelt thoughts are sent your way during this difficult time. May God's love surround you and give you strength in the days ahead. I hope memories of Brittany keep her alive in your hearts. Bless you.
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Cara Cohee-Sivils
Family and Friends - 03/03/2009
I am so very sorry to learn of your loss. I remember Brittany from when she was a very young girl at the Caldwell Swimming Pool. She was a very sweet girl. Words can't express the sorrow I feel for your family. May God comfort you in your time of sorrow. God Bless!
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Jerry, Amber (Countryman) and Noah Schmitz
Family and Friends - 03/03/2009
Lynn and family, We were so saddened and heart broken to hear of Brittany's death. She will never be forgotten. Our thoughts are with you at this difficult time.
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Scribner Family
Family and Friends - 03/03/2009
We are deeply saddened by your loss. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
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Pam Veneklase (sister of Mark Jenkins)
Family and Friends - 03/03/2009
To the Nispel Family: May God stand by you to bring you support, strength and courage in the coming days. Brittany will always be alive through you. Hold her dear in your hearts. May God bless you.
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Sandy Hill and family ( sister of Mark Jenkins)
Family and Friends - 03/03/2009
Dear Nispel family, We are so saddened to hear of your loss. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. May the support of family and friends lift you during this difficult time. God bless.
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Jessica Townsend
Family and Friends - 03/04/2009
Dear Nispel/Jenista family, I am deeply saddened by your lost, Brittany was a very special person. I have fond memories of Brittany following AL and I around when she younger, I will never forget her bright personality and of course her big beaming smile. It's soo hard to understand why these things happen, but please find peace in knowing that she will never be forgotten by the ones whose lives she touched. My prayers are with you.
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Rhonda Buttel (sister of Mark Jenkins)
Family and Friends - 03/04/2009
You are in our thoughts and prayers. May God give you strength for the coming days. Brittany will always be with you. Hold fast to the love you shared.
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Veda, Brenna, Braxton, Christopher and Grant
Family and Friends - 03/04/2009
We are so sorry to hear about Brittany. Her Pretty blonde hair, precious little smile, and easy going disposition always made her so nice to be around. You all are in our thoughts and prayers. We are praying for God's peace and that you know you are loved by your family, friends, and most of all your Heavenly Father. God Bless you always, Veda, Brenna, Braxton, Christopher, and Grant
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Kathryn Vazquez ( Arterburn)
Family and Friends - 03/04/2009
Lynn and family I am so very sorry to hear about your loving daughter. Just know that you and your family will be in my daily prayers. The sun shines so brightly in the day. The stars shine brightly in the night . Brittany shines within our minds and hearts!!
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Garrett & Tally VanZant (McDonald)
Family and Friends - 03/04/2009
We are so sorry to hear about your lose. Brittany was a wonderful person! Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
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Kami Jenkins
Family and Friends - 03/04/2009
Uncle Brian and family, I am so incredibly sorry for not being in Caldwell at this time of need and I am even more sorry for your loss. Brittany as well as all of her family are in my thoughts and prayers. I love you all with all my heart.
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