Jennifer A. Garnick
Jennifer A. Garnick
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On Monday September 15, 2025, Jennifer A. Garnick peacefully went home to be with the Lord. She was 47.
Jennifer was born on February 7, 1978 in Dover, DE to John and Lydia Garnick.
She graduated from Poly Tech High School in 1996.
Jennifer was a self-published author and enjoyed writing short fiction stories. She also enjoyed arts and crafts, making jewelry, and going to the beach.
She was recently preceded in death by her daughter, Sabrina Whilden.
Jennifer is survived by her son, Bruce Whilden, her parents, John and Lydia Garnick, her sister Stephanie Garnick, and her brothers, John Garnick, Josh Garnick, and Alex Garnick.
A memorial service will be held at 4PM on Wednesday September 24th at Rogers Hovatter Funeral Home, with visitation starting at 3PM.
In lieu of flowers, donations in her name may be made to the American Cancer Society at https://donate.cancer.org/ or by following the link below.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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