She was born in Warren, PA on May 7, 1957, the daughter of the late Keith and Rose DeStefano Niver. Jean was of the catholic faith and a member of St. Joseph R.C. Church, Warren, PA. She retired as a manager with the former Bon-Ton in Warren. Jean also worked for the YWCA with the Youth Group. She was an avid dog lover and had a special place in her heart for Huskies. Jean enjoyed reading, spending time with her family, and enjoyed holidays.

Jean is survived by her siblings Keith and Delores Niver of Russell, PA, and Stephen and Cynthia Niver of California; her aunt Virginia DeStefano of Florida; niece Kayla Niver of Jamestown, NY; nephew Keith Niver and Sam of Boyce, VA; Cousin Frank Bauer of Warren, PA; numerous other cousins and friends.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by one brother Vincent Niver and a niece Hannah Niver.

Graveside services will be held on Thursday March 30, 2023, at 1:00 pm in St. Joseph R.C. Cemetery Mausoleum. Those wishing to place memorials may do so through the National Kidney Foundation at www.kidney.org < www.kidney.org/ > or Husky House 391 Route 34, Matawan, NJ 07747. E-mail condolences may be sent by visiting www.lewisfuneralhomeinc.com < www.lewisfuneralhomeinc.com/ >. The Donald E. Lewis Funeral Home Inc., Warren, PA, has been entrusted with the funeral arrangements.