Jeannine Blevins Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers from Mar. 30 to Mar. 31, 2016.

MARION– Jeannine Marie Blevins, 81, of Marion, Ohio, passed away Monday, March 28, 2016, at Genesis Presidential Care Center, Marion.

Jeannine was born on April 17, 1934, in Lakeview, Ohio, a daughter to the late Leon & Frances Houchins and Marie Corwin McGraw. She was also preceded in death by a son, Ron, and two sisters, Ramona and Florebelle.

She is survived by five children, Dale (Linda) Simpkins of Baltimore, Md., Rocky (Paula) Simpkins, and Bob Simpkins, both of Marion, Gary Simpkins of Cincinnati, Ohio, and Annette (Tim) Hurst of Bucyrus, Ohio; 20 grandchildren and 30 great-grandchildren; two step-brothers, Carl (Ellen) McNeil of Fountaintown, Ind., and Michael (Florence) McNeil of Clearwater, Fla.; a special niece, Karen Theiss; and several nieces and nephews.

Jeannine was a homemaker and in her younger years took great pleasure in singing in church. She was a very giving person who enjoyed working crafts, and most importantly, being with her family and friends.

Pastor Jeff Willetts will begin funeral services at 1 p.m. Friday, April 1, 2016, at SHOFFSTALL FUNERAL HOME North Chapel, 115 N. Main St., Lakeview, with visitation two hours prior to services. Burial is in Huntsville Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be given in her name to American Diabetes Association.

Arrangements are in the care of Shoffstall Funeral Home, Lakeview. Condolences may be expressed at shoffstallfuneralhome.com.

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February 21, 2023

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Gary Gene Simpkins

Peace in heaven mother, I miss you very much, I know you're singing with the angels, your sisters, family and friends. Until we meet again, hugs and more, I Will always Love you. Peace.. your son Gary Gene.

March 31, 2016

Helen Myers

Jeannine was a loving and caring Christian women who loved her family and friends. She will be missed and may those that knew her find comfort knowing she is at peace now and with the angels. Thoughts and prayers to the family and friends of this beautiful lady.

March 30, 2016

Trent Standley

So sorry to hear of Jeanine's passing!!!! :-) The Standley Family and I keep all of You in our thoughts and Prayers! :-) :-) :-)
Sincerely,
Trent

March 29, 2016

connie simpkins malone

Rest in Peace Aunt Jeannine. You will always have a piece of my heart as I have a piece of your name..Until we meet in Heaven Hugs and Kisses your niece Connie Jean

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