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Jennifer Eckert Obituary
Jennifer C. Eckert, 49, formerly
of Reading, passed away Sunday, May 7, 2017, in Buckeye, Ariz.
Born in Reading, she was the daughter of Joyce C. Zabodyn (deceased) and Frederick C. Zabodyn, and step-daughter to Janet Zabodyn.
Jennifer attended Smith College in Massachusetts, where she graduated cum laude with a BA of Medieval Studies, and then to Fordham University, where she earned her MA in Medieval Studies.
She taught Latin and was the Dean of Students for a
preparatory academy in Arizona.
In addition to her father, Jennifer is survived by her daughter, Elizabeth Duesterhoeft of Reston, Va.; one brother, Christopher H. Zabodyn; one step-brother,
Frederick C. Zabodyn Jr.; and one step-sister, Brenda C. Homan.
Services and Interment will be private at the
convenience of the family.
In lieu of flowers, please send donations in Jennifer's memory directly to Trivium, where she taught, at triviumprep.greatheartsacademies.org to help fund their access to Latin supplies, a goal Jennifer was working
toward during her time there, or to www.826national.org/donate.
Lutz Funeral Home Inc., Mount Penn, is in charge
of arrangements. For online condolences, please visit www.LutzFuneralHome.com.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Jennifer Eckert
4 Entries
Cynthia Smith-Cullen
May 24, 2017
Jennifer was a dear friend of mine from high school. She was smart, witty, and full of laughter. We drifted apart as we walked out own paths. I haven't had contact with her for many years. but have often thought of her with love and prayed life was treating her kindly. I am sad that her light is no longer shining among us here on earth. Apparently her light has brightened many lives. May peace find those who are grieving by sharing memories of how she brightened their lives.
cindy zabodyn
May 22, 2017
just found out yesterday what happened to jennifer, so sorry aunt jan and uncle butch,sending love and prayers to you both and the family, hugs to all of you
Karen Lundy
May 15, 2017
Jan & Fred,
So sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
susan griesemer
May 14, 2017
LYZ,
I am so sorry for the tragic loss of your mother.
Your PopPop talks about you often. Please let him know if we can help you in any way. May you be comforted by your
memories.
Susie Griesemer
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