On Saturday, April 11, 2026, Jennifer E. “Jen” Zabinski, a lively 35-year-old from Faribault, Minnesota, passed away surrounded by her loving family following a protracted illness that tried her strength but never dampened her spirit. Her kind heart and warm presence left a lasting impression on everyone she met.
She was born on March 9, 1991, and developed into a woman whose lively personality and affection for everyone around her left a lasting impression on her family and friends in the close-knit Rice County town where she lived.
She will always be remembered for her ability to elevate people, bringing joy and laughter into their life even under the most trying circumstances. Her sincere smile and kind demeanor made everyday moments seem extraordinary.
Because she constantly showed up for those she cared about with quiet support and an open heart that pulled people closer and made them feel really noticed and cherished, her kindness and compassion formed enduring ties that went well beyond casual acquaintances.
The Faribault community is still in mourning at the passing of this young lady, whose contagious enthusiasm and unfailing optimism were a constant source of support for many, transforming ordinary encounters into treasured memories that now provide solace in the midst of grief.
While funeral plans handled by Parker Kohl Funeral Home & Crematory of Faribault will be announced in the coming days, her legacy lives on in the memories she leaves behind. Family and friends cling tightly to the laughter, conversations, and tender acts of care that defined her time with them.