Eugenia P. "Jeannie" Vanover

Eugenia “Jeannie” P. Vanover, 73, of Delaware, passed away suddenly on March 7, 2026. Born on July 10, 1952, in Baltimore, Maryland, she moved with her family to Delaware where she spent the greater part of her life surrounded by family, friends, and community.

Jeannie attended I.H.M. Middle School and was a member of the first graduating class of Concord High School. She went on to earn a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Delaware. She began her career in hospitality as a manager at the Dutch Pantry, later worked in various roles at the DuPont Country Club, and eventually built a career in hospitality and country club software. In retirement she remained deeply involved with Immaculate Heart of Mary parish, devoting many hours to the aftercare program and other activities, where she found special joy in the lives of the children.

Known as the life of the party, Jeannie brought warmth and laughter wherever she went. She cherished time with family and friends, playing games, working on puzzles, traveling, scrapbooking cherished memories, and tending her garden and flowers. She loved her many pets, whom she called her “critters,” and held a special affection for birds, often replying with a smile that she was simply “wingin’ it.” Her generosity, humor, and remarkable ability to stay connected with people left a lasting impression on everyone she met.

Jeannie was preceded in death by her longtime partner, Earl Shafer, and her parents, Eugene and Estelle Vanover. She is survived by her daughter, Katie Saturno (Pierre Santini); her son, Tommy Saturno (Jennifer Saturno); her grandson, Solomon Kerner; her sister, Marguerite Pennington (Michael); her brothers, Edward (Jeannie) and Donald Vanover (Patricia); and many beloved cousins, nieces, nephews, and dear friends. Her warmth, generosity, and joyful spirit will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her.