Dana S. Jannotta Obituary
We announce the death of Dana S. Jannotta of Hot Springs, Arkansas, born in Albuquerque, New Mexico, who passed away on July 21, 2026, at the age of 46. Dana will be remembered by family members, friends, and others whose lives were connected in meaningful ways. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
She was predeceased by: her father Eugene Jannotta. She is survived by: her husband Mike Gerlach; her mother Susan Smigiel (Robert); her children, Morgan and Blake; her siblings, Devin Jannotta (Jamie) and Robbie Smigiel (Brittany Stejskal); her nieces and nephews, Keagan, Declan, Noah, Kinlee and Melody; and her siblings-in-law, Jen Widlowski (Bob) and Steve Gerlach.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to Anderson Humane, 1000 S. La Fox Street, South Elgin, IL 60177, or to the Trio Animal Foundation, 516 North Ogden Ave. Suite 199, Chicago, IL 60642, honoring Dana's enduring passion for animal care and protection.
