Jennifer "Jenn" A. Torres-Ferrari
Nov 4, 1975 -
Mar 7, 2026
Jennifer Torres-Ferrari passed peacefully in the company of friends and family on Saturday, March 7, 2026. Jenn moved to Reno, Nev., from Eagle River, Alaska, in 1995 to attend the University of Nevada. She called Reno home for most of her adult life.
She had a successful university career, making lifelong friendships, becoming a member of the Delta Delta Delta sorority and graduating in four years with a degree in psychology. She studied behavioral analysis in a post graduate program and was ultimately drawn to teaching.
Jenn was a gifted, kind and thoughtful educator. She worked within the Washoe County School District and eventually as Lead Teacher at the Las Vegas Day School's Kinderschool.
Born in Okinawa, Japan, and raised in Alaska, Jenn was born with a spirit of adventure that carried her through life. She was an avid traveler, visiting nearly 50 countries around the world. From ziplining in Costa Rica and safari adventures in Africa, to hiking and horseback riding through much of the European continent, Jenn realized the importance of Carpe Diem and living each day to the fullest. Her travels and passion for learning about people and places could not be quelled. Jenn was passionate about live music, art, birdwatching, outdoor activity and cultural experiences.
But above all, she loved dogs. Getting her first dog in college, there was never a time in her life when she didn't have at least one furry friend. She was an excellent dog trainer and all of her dogs enjoyed much of their lives off leash.
Jenn was blessed with lifelong friends, some dating back to early school years. She was a super friend in return, with an unflinching loyalty for those she cared about.
She is survived by her mother, Cristina Torres; sisters, Betsy Butterworth and Lisette Martin; multiple nieces and nephews; and dogs, Bellini and Milou.
A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date in Alaska.
Jenn would like to direct any support to noahsanimalhouse.org .
