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Ruth Jean Eck

Ruth “Jean” Eck of Wilmington, Delaware, passed away peacefully on January 27, 2023 at her daughters home in Wilmington.

Born in Pennsylvania in 1929, she was the daughter of John Edward and Ruth Naomi Van Gorder.

She was preceded in death by her husband of 60 years, John, in 2008 and her brother, Edward VanGorder.

Jean is survived by her 3 daughters, Ruth Cadwgan (Gordon), Mildred Jefferies (Scott), and Debra Clark (Bobby). Grandmother to Lois Slusser, Larry Williams, Kerri McCall, Rob Clark, Joshua Clark, Andrew Jefferies, and Jennifer Clark. Great grandmother to Samantha Walsh, Mary Leverette, Ayden Lewis, Kylie Lewis. Great Great Grandmother to Timothy Walsh, Grayson Leverette, and Liam Walsh. She is also survived by her to 2 sisters, Carol Znacko and Mary Ellen Dawson.

Jean was a graduate of Claymont High School Class of 1947. She enjoyed spending time with her extensive family, her even larger church family, and garage sales. She was a joyful light to all who knew her and will be greatly missed.

Funeral Services

Visitation and viewing will be held at Atonement Methodist Church, 3519 Philadelphia Pike, Claymont, Delaware on Friday February 3, 2023 from 9:30-11:00 am. Service at 11:00 am.

Interment is at Lawn Croft Cemetery

Condolences

    James Fierro writes,
    It was a privelege to have known and to have been the doctor of such a wonderful and beautiful person. She will definitely be missed but never forgotten. She now rest in eternal peace with the Lord and her husband John. May the Lord also provide peace and comfort to her family during this difficult time. Sincerely, Dr. James Fierro
    01/31/2023 06:49 pm
    Karen De Jong lit a candle and writes,
    I’m so very sorry to hear about Jean’s passing but rejoice because I know she is with her Lord. I met her years ago when she was in a temp assignment at Du Pont and then saw her again when we joined Atonement. Jean was the embodiment of Jesus’ love and grace. No doubt she will her the words, “Well done good and fair servant”. Rest well, dear lady.
    01/31/2023 09:30 pm
    Ginny Hysock lit a candle and writes,
    I’m so very sad to hear of Jean’s passing. She was such a faithful and sweet person. She is now in the arms of the Father. May she Rest in Peace.
    02/01/2023 01:09 pm
    Vonnie Anderson lit a candle and writes,
    I was so sad to hear of Jean’s passing. I will greatly miss her. She was such a wonderful prayer worrier and dear friend and sister in Christ. My prayers are with her family, may they have peace in knowing that she is now in the arms of our Father in heaven.
    02/01/2023 03:26 pm
    Valerie Ann lit a candle and writes,
    I’m so very sorry to hear of Jean’s passing. I know she is dancing with her Jesus and happy to be home. It’s hard on those left behind. Praying for God’s peace & comfort for the family during this season in life. I praise God for putting Jean in my walk with Jesus. God Bless
    02/01/2023 08:55 pm
    Millie Dyson and Renée Bennett lit a candle and writes,
    We were privileged to know Jean from attending Atonement Church. She has left a lasting impression on both of us... One of love and true Christian character. She was so loving and such a sweetheart!✝️ What a legacy she has made! We know our Father will comfort her wonderful family in the days to come.
    02/01/2023 09:49 pm
    Eileen Hunt lit a candle and writes,
    Prayers for you and your family at this time.
    02/02/2023 04:56 am
    Laura Calzone writes,
    I’m was sadden when I heard of Jeans passing but at the same time I was rejoicing. Rejoicing because she is in heaven spending eternity with our Father and has been fully restored. Jean was a great example of how we at Atonement need to put our Father first. How we should pray everyday and for everyone. Atonement May have lost an icon, but heaven gained a beautiful soul. Hallelujah! Glory to God in the highest! 💙🙏😇🔥✝️🌹🎆
    02/02/2023 10:40 am
    Teresa Turner lit a candle and writes,
    My thoughts and prayers are with the family. I never had the opportunity to visit with Mrs. Eck but know through her beautiful daughters and great grandchildren she was someone quite special.
    02/02/2023 11:15 am
    Cora S Boggs lit a candle and writes,
    My condolence to the family of Jean Eck, she was a very caring person. She always had a smile on her face. She will be sorely missed at Atonement, UMC. God Bless her as walk in her journey to meet our Father in Heaven. Glory be to God. God Bless you Jean Eck as you continue in your walk in to the "Light"
    02/02/2023 11:49 am
    Thomas A Bailey writes,
    As our great Apostle Paul wrote;” to be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord.” I did not know Jean very well, but in the annals of Atonement Church’s history, she was truly an iconic spiritual warrior…..not ashamed of the Gospel of Jesus. Heaven is rejoicing with praise as Jean has graduated from temporal living into eternal living with incredible joy. May God bless and comfort her family with the peace ordained by Jesus in John chapter fourteen.
    02/02/2023 01:21 pm
    Kathy Carey writes,
    Our heartfelt condolences are sent to you, Millie, and your family, May peace and comfort find you during this difficult time. Sending prayers and hugs.
    02/02/2023 02:03 pm
    The Sardone/Thompson Family lit a candle and writes,
    Sorry to hear of Ruth’s passing. You are all in our prayers. Hope you find comfort in the Lord at this difficult time. Love and hugs. Frank, Theresa, Lisa and Ken.
    02/03/2023 10:50 am

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