Jennifer Ann Paravicini

Born on September 7, 1962, in Gary, Indiana, Jennifer moved to Sarasota with her parents, Carl and Lynn Horvath, in 1973. She graduated from Riverview HS, Class of 1980.

On October 25, 1986, Jennifer married her best friend, Fred Paravicini. Together, they built a life centered on family, love, faith and shared memories, celebrating their 40th wedding anniversary just one day before her passing.

A proud mother to Jacklyn and Scott, Jennifer also treasured her role as grandmother to Kinsley, 6, and Kyla, 20 months, the daughters of Scott and his wife, Amber.

Jennifer is survived by her loving husband, Fred; her children, Jacklyn and Scott Paravicini; her daughter-in-law, Amber; her granddaughters, Kinsley and Kyla; her father, Carl Horvath; her sisters, Carla Koleff (Mike) and Lisa Ashley (Mike); her brother, Tim Horvath (Patti); her sister-in-law, Teri Zook; and her brother-in-law, Mark Paravicini. She will also be dearly missed by her many nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, and cousins. She was preceded in death by her dear mother, Lynn Horvath on September 12, 2020.

Throughout her working life, Jennifer enjoyed opportunities to connect with and serve others. She began her career as a hairstylist and later worked in a school cafeteria for the School District of Manatee County, where she served students and staff for many years before retiring in 2023.

Jennifer valued her family, her friendships, and the many connections she made throughout her life. She especially enjoyed attending her children's sporting events, cheering on the Florida Gators, and following auto racing, particularly stock car and drag racing.

Above all, Jennifer will be remembered for the love she shared with her family and friends and the place she held in their lives. She will be deeply missed and lovingly remembered.

A celebration of Jennifer's life will be held on November 14, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. at Mill Creek Baptist Church, 12713 Upper Manatee River Road, Bradenton, FL 34212.