Jennie Jean Eck, 84, of Henderson, died Sunday, Feb. 28, 2021, at Henderson. She was born Nov. 18, 1936, in rural Hamilton County to Reinhart J. and Lillie (Friesen) Peters. Jennie was a member of Bethesda Mennonite Church, and on April 27, 1956, she was united in marriage to Mahlon Eck in Henderson.
Jennie helped run the family farm alongside her husband. She also enjoyed being involved with Mission Circle, baking, sewing, crafting, camping, and gardening.
She is survived by her sons Nathan (Sally) Eck, and Anthony Joe Eck, both of Henderson; daughters Joy (Frank) Steckly of Beaver Crossing, and Dawn (Marty) Meinzer of York. She is also survived by nine grandchildren, 10 great-grandchildren, several nieces, nephews, and a host of friends.
She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, and two brothers.