Jenn Lynn Arlene Eckard Obituary

Jennifer Lynn Arlene Eckard, lovingly known as "Jenn," was born on November 3, 1980, and passed away on Saturday, September 20, 2025, at the age of 44.

Jenn was preceded in death by her father, Mark Dixon Silva, and is survived by her mother, Dawn Marie Smith (Luke Swanson).

She leaves behind her cherished son, Christian Mark Thomas Silva (Serandin), who brought her great pride and joy.

She is also survived by her three younger sisters; Jessica Marie Wright (Paul Wright), Jacqueline Grace Payne (Kacy Payne), and Justine Monique Smith. Her partner, Crystal Dawn Snyder, whose love and devotion steadied her through life. Jenn was a proud and loving aunt to five nieces, Lillian Marie, Ellie Avery, Laila Sue Grace, Edeana Chastity and Kinsley Mae and two nephews, Easton Luke and Colter Dixon, each of whom held a special place in her heart.

Jenn will be remembered for her love of dark humor, crafting, reading books, cooking for friends and family, and celebrating her favorite holiday, Halloween.

Services will be held privately.

She will be deeply missed and forever loved.

Arrangements by Sturtevant Funeral Home, Portsmouth Blvd. Chapel.