On Valentine's Day, the world welcomed a special soul who would go on to exemplify the true meaning of love throughout her life. Jennifer Lynne Sporrer, daughter of Lawrence and Mildred (Eich) Sporrer, was born February 14, 1968, in Carroll, Iowa. The youngest of eight children, she grew up on a farm one mile east of Manning.

She attended Special Education classes at Manning and was an honorary member of the class of 1987. Jenny had a deep affection for animals and spent countless hours admiring children's books filled with colorful illustrations. Her passion for purses was unmistakable to all who knew her; she possessed an extensive collection and had an impressive knowledge of each one. Jennifer's desire to acquire more purses was well-known among her friends and family, adding a touch of lightheartedness to her character.

Throughout life, Jenny faced challenges with strength and grace. Despite living with disabilities, she embraced each day with a contagious laughter that touched the hearts of those around her. Her resilience in the face of adversity serves as an inspiration to us all. She was a cherished member of Sacred Heart Church in Manning throughout her lifetime.

Jenny passed away peacefully on Monday, June 24, 2024, at Accura Healthcare of Carroll attaining the age of 56 years, 4 months, and 10 days. She was preceded in death by her parents; sister, Donna (Robert) Gaffney; brother, Loran Sporrer; brother-in-law, Nolan Tillman; aunts and uncles: Lucy (Leo) Irlmeier, Helen (George) Eischeid, Evelyn (Adolph) Langel, Alvin (Marie) Eich, Ray (Thelma) Eich, Herbert Eich, Sally (Jerry) Schenkelberg, Sister Ricarda Eich, Inez (Bud) Ohlinger, and Vernice (Alma) Sporrer.

Left to cherish her memory are her six siblings: Patricia Treinen (Richard) of Sioux City; Marilyn Tillman of Santa Fe, New Mexico; Alice Sporrer of Sioux City; Larry Sporrer (Gema) of New York; Lynn Sporrer of Atlantic; nieces and nephews: Theresa Treinen, Julie Treinen and Ray Tucker, Sarah (Rick) Rocha (Treinen), Bethany Cheatham, Noel (Becky) Sporrer; great-nieces and nephews: Kayla Treinen, Seth Hurlbert, Katlynn Tucker; Trent and Elizabeth Rocha; Tyson, Jace, and Elyse Cheatham; Cash, Kale, Talli and Lola Sporrer; one great-great-nephew, Brenden Hurlbert; and two aunts, Kay Loughran of Breda and Dorothy Schon of Glidden.

Jenny’s Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 a.m. with Visitation held from 9:00 am. to 10:00 a.m. all held on Friday, June 28, 2024, at Sacred Heart Church in Manning. Interment will be in Sacred Heart Cemetery in Manning. In lieu of flowers and plants, donations can be made to New Hope Village in Carroll.

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