Jennifer Zichi
April 24, 1954 ~ July 20, 2023
Jennifer (Joseph) Zichi, 69, a lifelong resident of Jacksonville, passed away on Thursday, July 20, 2023. She was born on April 24, 1954, in Jacksonville, FL to James Michael Joseph and Clara Mackoul Joseph. She graduated from Robert E. Lee High School after which she earned her AA Degree from Florida Junior College (Jacksonville). She became a paralegal for several prominent local attorneys. She went on to work at Hope Haven Children’s Clinic where she met her loving husband Joseph “Joe” Zichi, with whom she shared 30 years of marriage.
Jennifer is survived by her devoted son, Kelly Joseph Lupo (Sarah Kassab), Jacksonville; daughters, Amanda Zichi Armstrong (Chris), Gainesville, FL and Jenny Zichi Zark (Brian), San Diego, CA; beloved “Sitty” of grandchildren Taylor and Liam Lupo, Jacksonville; Allison and Hudson Zark, San Diego, CA; Ross and Claire Armstrong, Gainesville, FL; her sisters, Judy (Joseph) Chalhub (Leon), Palm Beach Gardens, FL and Cynthia (Joseph) Perry, (predeceased husband, Gary), Jacksonville. Jennifer was a loving niece of her surviving Aunts Vera Mackoul Brown, Madelaine Mackoul Cosgrove and Uncle Jerry Mackoul (Jean). She was predeceased by Uncles Al Mackoul (Tiffie), Edward Mackoul (Bette), Riley Mackoul (Mary Ann), Fred Mackoul (Sylvia) and loving aunt of Amy Chalhub George (Mark), Independence, OH; Jennifer Chalhub Brown, Palm Beach Gardens, FL; Christy Chalhub Roberts (Jason), Carmel, IN; James Leon Chalhub (Gina), Marshfield, MA. Jennifer leaves behind numerous cousins and an innumerable friend. She never knew a stranger. Her smile lit up every room. She tried to look her best, always wearing her favorite red lipstick. Jen’s favorite pastime was cooking for anyone and everyone. Still, she was devoted to taking care of herself, exercising every day, whether at the gym, at home or in her mind when her body wouldn’t allow her to continue. Loving child of God may your memory be eternal.
Arrangements will be announced. In lieu of flowers, please donate to The American Cancer Society (cancer.org), (800) 227-2345 or to Haven Hospice (beyourhaven.org), 4200 NW 90th Boulevard, Gainesville, FL 32606-3809. (877) 457-1627.
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My deepest sympathies. Jennifer was a dear friend and I was blessed to know her 40+ years. She was the most giving, loving and beautiful friend. I loved to hear her voice and the way she always said goodbye.
Until I see you again, love you Jennifer.
Dearest Joe and family,
Thank you for sending this. Also thank you for mentioning her red lipstick. I visualize Jennifer at boys hoe when first becoming friends, with that smile that shine brighter than sun, outlined n red! I love her always.
Our deepest condolences to the entire family. Jennifer was a very beautiful soul with a smile that would brighten up every room she enters. She will be deeply missed, may God provide you all with the strength to cope with this unfortunate situation. You will be in our thoughts and prayers.
I am so honored to have taken care of Jennifer. I know her loved ones hearts are broken. What a beautiful soul!
What a beautiful woman inside and out. From the phone conversations to the hilarious texts, there are no words to express how much you will be missed. Your beautiful smile is forever embedded in our minds and hearts. We’re praying for your spirit and for those who have gone before you. We’re praying for all you’ve left behind and for the strength to endure this loss. We love you!!💕
Although I met Jennifer through Joe, she was the one who initially decided that we would become close Friends, That was a good thing. But it did not stop there. before I knew it, She adopted me into her Families (No small feat!). She did have a smile that would light up a room, but it didn’t stop there. To me, she was like a diamond, multifaceted! just when you think you know her, you find yourself looking at another beautiful facet, one that she had not shown you before. l will never forget her as she has long held as piece of my Heart.
Jennifer was more than special. She was exceptional. She made everyone she came in contact with feel special. When Jen called the minute you heard her voice your heart was happy. There really are no words to describe her. She was an enormous diamond in a sea of cubic zirconia. I think that line will make her laugh. How I would love to hear you laugh one more time. God knows I love you Jen. I miss you desperately. RIP my darling, Jennifer
We share our deepest sympathies for your loss. It is clear how very loved Jennifer was. May God bless and comfort Joe and the entire family though this painful time.
My heart goes out to Joe and the rest of Jennifer's family for this great loss. Every time I saw Jennifer, she wore such a bright smile and asked how everyone else was doing (even when she was going through so much). She was a bright light on this earth, and I am sorry that she is gone so soon.