Jennifer Eileen Sugg

Jennifer Eileen Chase Sugg

July 8, 1969 - May 23, 2026

Jennifer Sugg passed away peacefully at home in San Bruno, California, on May 23, 2026. She was 56 years old.

Jennifer was born on July 8, 1969, in Okinawa, Japan, where her father, Tom, was serving as a captain in the U.S. Army. Raised in a military family, she lived in a number of places during her childhood before her family settled in Boulder Creek, California.

Jennifer had a creative spirit from an early age. She began journaling as a child and continued the practice throughout her life, including in her final days. She appeared in several local theater productions, including Steel Magnolias, and later worked as an extra in a number of locally produced films. In her younger years, she loved live music, worked at a record store in Santa Cruz, traveled to see bands she loved, and even met the Ramones. A dancer throughout her life, she especially loved swing dancing and was a regular presence in San Francisco’s rockabilly scene for many years. She also attended Viva Las Vegas many times throughout her adult life.

Jennifer worked for more than 20 years at Paychex as a Senior Administrative Assistant.

Jennifer married Stephen Sugg on May 7, 2017. Their daughter Mabel was born in 2018, followed by Della in 2020. After becoming a mother, Jennifer left the workforce and found deep fulfillment as a stay-at-home mom.

Mabel and Della were the absolute delight of Jennifer’s life. She loved volunteering at their schools and being part of their daily lives. She also had a talent for turning ordinary outings into special occasions, especially trips to Starbucks and Target, where she was known to spoil the girls. Some of her happiest times were spent with family at Pajaro Dunes, enjoying the beach and making memories with the people she loved most.

Jennifer was deeply generous with her time and heart. Over the years, she quietly supported many women and friends, offering compassion, wisdom, humor, and hope. Her kindness, generosity, intelligence, and quick wit touched many lives.

Those who knew Jennifer will remember her captivating smile and remarkable sense of humor. She had an outgoing personality, but those closest to her also knew how much she appreciated quiet time at home with her beloved cat, Finnegan. She loved animals deeply and cared about children, family, and the well-being of the people around her.

Jennifer was an avid exerciser earlier in her life and remained fiercely independent in spirit. She loved movies, dinners out, traveling, beach trips, family gatherings, time with friends, and video games. She had very little interest in sports, but would enthusiastically offer her signature cheer, “Go sports!” whenever the occasion called for it.

In late 2025, Jennifer was diagnosed with advanced lung cancer. She faced her illness with courage and determination. Through an extraordinarily difficult time, her love for her family remained at the center of everything.

Jennifer was preceded in death by her father, Thomas Fowler Chase.

She is survived by her husband, Stephen Sugg; daughters, Mabel and Della; mother, Camille Chase; sister Lisa Neumann and brother-in-law Corey Neumann; niece Ariana Neumann; sister Marci Donohoe and brother-in-law John Donohoe; nephew James Donohoe; and many cherished friends and members of the recovery community.

Jennifer was taken from us far too soon. Her family will remember her love, her laughter, her kindness, and the joy she brought into their lives. Her legacy lives on in her daughters and in the many people whose lives were changed by knowing her.

Celebration of life information will be announced separately.