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Genevieve Lenox Obituary
84, of Palm Harbor, Fla., passed away Jan. 7, 2016. Preceding her in death were her father, David J. Twigg, mother, Genevieve E. Twigg and brother, Clayton Twigg. Survived by her husband James, children Genevieve, James III and Tom, seven grandchildren and two great-grandsons.
Boots was born in Cleveland, Ohio July 9, 1931. Married on Sept. 29, 1950 and recently celebrated 65 years of love and devotion. Boots fulfilled a lifelong ambition in completing a degree in education from Kent State University on Dec. 16, 1972, and then proceeded to a teaching career in the public schools of Dover, Ohio. She was instrumental in developing the first curriculum for gifted children in the Dover Elementary Schools. Boots and her husband James retired to Palm Harbor, Fla. in July, 1988 and continued to enjoy life to the very end.
Graveside services will be held at 10 a.m, Jan. 23, 2016 at Sylvan Abbey Memorial Park, 2360 Sunset Point Rd. Clearwater. The service will be officiated by her brother Rev. David Twigg of Waianae, Hawaii.
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Memories and Condolences
for Genevieve Lenox
Cindy, Row, and Marian
January 22, 2016
Boots was a wonderful second mom to us girls at Daddy's Grill. She will be forever missed. We love you and you will never be forgotten.
LeighBeth Baldwin
January 18, 2016
I was blessed to work with Mrs. Lenox's daughter, Gen. Reading the messages in this guest book, I realize where Gen got her loving and generous nature. My condolences to the entire Lenox Family.
Janet Lenox
January 18, 2016
My heart goes out to ALL of the family, especially you Dad. Genevieve was my mother-in-law and she welcomed me into the family with open and loving arms. She was smart, funny (a good sense of humor), creative, and a great example of love and devotion. The sermon this week at our church happened to be about Matthew 5:4 "Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted". The point our pastor made is that this is not the end of the story. You will be missed but this is not good-bye, we will see you later!
Doug Willoughby
January 15, 2016
Many wonderful memories of teaching with Genevieve..... the great Christmas parties that we had at their home..... the fun times in school..... memories to be cherished
George Anderson
January 15, 2016
I unfortunately did not have the honor of knowing you but I did have the pleasure of knowing and working with your daughter. Rest in Peace and enjoy all the splendors of Heaven.
Scott McCartney
January 15, 2016
I will always hold Mrs. Lenox as one of my most remembered and beloved teachers. She showed compassion but also accountability. I was in her first 6th grade class at then Park School and when she retired I took over for her as my first teaching job. I can only hope my students will think back on me as fondly as her students do.
Cathy Ferguson
January 15, 2016
I also had Mrs. Lenox for 6th grade at Dover and remember her fondly. Teachers often see things in their students long before those students can see them in themselves. Mrs. Lenox once asked me to befriend a special-needs student that was struggling to make friends. She explained to me that she thought I could help my peer feel better about herself if just one person would show her a little kindness. I hope Mrs. Lenox would be pleased to know that what she said to me that day changed my life. I ended up making a career out of helping special children/adults. Thank you for seeing something in me that I couldn't yet see in myself. Rest in peace, dear lady!
Domenico Spinelli
January 14, 2016
Thoughts and prayers to Mrs. Lenox's family. I had Mrs. Lenox for math and science in the 6th grade. She was a great teacher.
Chad Shumaker
January 14, 2016
My thoughts and prayers go out to the Lenox family. Mrs. Lenox was my all time favorite teacher and her class is still the fondest memory I have from 5th and 6th grade. She cared for and genuinely understood kids. She was a sweet, funny, intelligent, and truly kind lady.
Mrs. Lenox, your picture hangs on the wall of my classroom. I see you every day and you serve as an inspiration to me and remind me of what an educator should be.
Diana Lenox
January 14, 2016
Peace and love to the whole Lenox family. Boots was my beloved mother-in-law and teacher mentor. So thankful. Great memories are a blessing. I will cherish her always.
Frank & Myrtle Gault
January 14, 2016
OUR thoughts and prayers are with the Lenox Family. RIP
Tim Mencer
January 11, 2016
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
John & Linda Papuga
January 8, 2016
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. Our thoughts and prayers go out to Boots, Jim and the entire Lenox family. May the memories of a wonderful life together bring comfort to you.
Cheryl Williamson
January 8, 2016
My heart goes out to you and your family. It is truly hard to lose someone when we loved them so very much. If you ever need to talk, please feel free to call anytime.
Frank Riley
January 8, 2016
Boots, you were my mother in law and my buddy. It's tough to accept the fact that I will not be able to see your sweet smile and enjoy your great hugs till we meet again in the next life. I cry because you are no longer with us, but I am happy that you are no longer in pain. Thank you for accepting me as your son in law and thank you for becoming grandma,great grandma , and great great grandma to the family I brought with me when I married your beautiful daughter almost 23 years ago. They are all grieving . I will miss you , but I will cherish the many memories I have of our times together. Till we meet again-love you
Stacie Brooks
January 8, 2016
Sending my deepest condolences. Love and prayers to your family. I only knew your Mom briefly, but I really enjoyed the time I was blessed to spend with her. She was such an amazing lady.
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