Genevieve Carnett Howard, 90, passed away Tuesday evening, May 3, 2011 at Hospice Home of Rockingham County. A memorial service will be held at 2 pm on Saturday, May 7, at Fair Funeral Home Chapel in Eden. The burial will be in Morristown, Tn. at a later date. Mrs. Howard was born May 8, 1920 in Harrisburg, Illinois, daughter of the late Lee and Magdalene Foster Carnett. She was a member of First Baptist Church of White Pines in Tennessee and attended Leaksville United Methodist Church for a short period of time. She was the former owner and operator for A & W Restaurant. Genevieve was a very special lady to her family, friends and also to her animals. Her life was a shining example of love and service to all who knew her. Her servant's heart reached out to people and animals who needed a loving touch. Her wonderful sense of humor made all of us happy. Genevieve has left a legacy of love to each of us. Surviving is her daughter, Margaret Way and husband, DeForest of Eden; son, Bob Howard and wife, Carol of Edwardsville, Illinois; five grandchildren, Eric Way, Christa Joyce, Matthew Way, Douglas Way, and Sarah Bolyard; three great-grandchildren, Genevieve Joyce, Alysia Joyce and Ella Way; and sister, Pauline Riley of Hammond, Indiana. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband of 50 years, Ernest Howard. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service (1 - 2 PM) at Fair Funeral Home and other times at the home of her daughter at 562 Bethlehem Church Road in Eden. Online condolences may be offered to the family at www.fairfuneralhome.com
Dear Margaret and family, I'm sorry to hear of your mother's passing. May God's peace be with you during this difficult time. Sincerely, Beth Futrell Pulliam
Beth Pulliam
Dear Margaret and family, We are sorry to hear of the death of your dear, sweet Mother. No matter their age, it's always hard to let them go and so close to Mother's Day. I envy you for having her for so long, but I know you're hurting. You will be in our thoughts and prayers. Tom & Martha Hundley
Martha Hundley
Margaret and Family, We join you in celebrating your mother's depth of love, courage and humanity. May your memories of the countless ways your mother made her love known to you rest forever in your heart.
Faye and John Drew
Sorry to hear about the loss of your mother. Our prayers are with you. Roger & Gail
Roger & Gail Thurman
Thinking of all of you Margaret. I'm glad to have known her. Love to you all. peace,ann
ann latham
I am so sorry for your loss. I use to do Genevieves hair and she was such a sweet and funny lady. We had a lot of laughs together. She loved talking about her family and was so proud of them all. A lovely lady.
Glenda Siegner
Margaret, Dee and Family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you during the loss of your mother. You did a great job taking care of her these last few years. May your good memories bring you peace and comfort.
Tim and Beth Shelton
Margaret and Dee I am so sorry for your loss. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.
Cindy Wilson
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