Jennie Dufour

Jennie Dufour obituary, Sacramento, CA

Jennie Dufour

Jennie Dufour Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Sep. 12, 2025.
Sacramento - Jennie Dufour, a long-time resident of Redford and Dearborn, Michigan, passed away peacefully on September 14, 2024, in Sacramento, California, surrounded by her closest family. She is survived by her sons, David and James, five grandchildren, and two great-grandchildren.

Known for her culinary talents, warm social spirit, and accounting skills, Jennie will be dearly missed.

She rests at St. Hedwig Cemetery in Dearborn Heights, Michigan, alongside her parents, Frances and Kazimir, and her brother, William Shakut. Her memory will be cherished by all who knew her.

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