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Geneva Hornsby Obituary

Geneva "Genny", "Nana" Hornsby
80, passed away at her home November 10, 2012 with family by her side. She was a 26 year resident of Fontana. She had been the owner/operator of Rialto Escrow Company for almost 20 years, before retiring. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband Bill. She is survived by her children: Delois Tribulato, David Stone, Pamela Daniels, Bill Hornsby, Robert Hornsby, Terry Hornsby and Michelle Fields; 13 grandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren; Her brother Ward Mangus; Her special friend Howard Jordan and her many, many friends. She enjoyed fast cars, her rose garden, writing poetry, road trips with Howard and Wednesday lunches at Rialto Escrow Her celebration of life will be held at Green Acres Memorial Chapel on December 1, 2012 @ 10:00 a.m., with a lunch reception to follow at Fontana Elks Lodge, 1540 W. Rialto Avenue, Rialto, CA. .In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the VNA Hospice program @ (888) 333-1424. You may express your condolences at: www.greenacresmortuary.com

Published by San Bernardino County Sun on Nov. 16, 2012.
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Our hearts go out to the Hornsby family and Howard. Please accept our sympathy.

Sue Hartford and Katelyn Previti

November 30, 2012

Aunt Geneva... Aunt Jamima...

I have such great memories of childhood from your "old" house... Racing around the pool in the backyard in Granny Goose's wheelchair, going down the pool slide, learning to play pool in the garage, playing card games at the kitchen table...

So many memories that will be in my heart for always! Thank you!!

You will me missed but never forgotten!

I love you!

Kelly Grooms Hamme

November 29, 2012

I had the pleasure of meeting Genny when she, Barbara, and Ken hired me to work at Rialto Escrow in 1998. I immediately took to Genny, she was so very likeable, and made me feel extremely comfortable during our interview...guess I'll never forget that. Genny was such a wonderfully good-natured, good-hearted person, and everyone was happier just being around her! She was optimistic, kind, helpful, and more energetic than most people I know, including myself who is nearly 20 years her junior! She was truly a very special lady, and my heart goes out to all of Genny's loved ones..I'm so very sorry for your loss.

Debi Melton

November 29, 2012

My heart goes out to the family and friends of Aunt Geneva.

She was an perfect example of what love and kindness and friendship are all about. She will be missed by all whose life was enriched by knowing her.

Eddie Grooms

November 28, 2012

I only knew you through your Daughter and Son DeDe anDavid. You ask for my friendship on facebook and I accepted you.

My heart goes out to the family for the loss of their mom.

Peggy Kooyers

November 27, 2012

Nana, I miss you more than my heart can handle! I miss your voice, your perfume, your hugs, your laugh, the twinkle in your eye when you would look at me...mostly hearing you tell me that you loved me. We will never let Riley forget the memory of Nana, we will talk about you often, and tell her of the love you gave to your family and friends. We will miss you always and forever.
"I LOVE YOU, A BUSCHEL AND A PECK AND A HUG AROUND THE NECK"

Josh, Jaime and Little Toot Hale

November 24, 2012

Oh, Aunt Geneva, how fortunate and blessed I am to have had you in my life.
I have so many memories of you from as far back as I can remember and up till the eve of your passing.
You will always be remembered for your loving and kind ways; for your thoughtfulness and caring.
Your passing has left a void in my life and in my heart. I know that in time we will be together again.
Miss and love you; you will always be in my heart.

Bonnie Grooms

November 23, 2012

Genny, you will be missed. I will always remember yur sweet smile, loving nature. You welcomed me into you family. You are an angel now and with those who you loved greatly. Keep smiling and looking over your family with the sweet humor you have.

charla shreve

November 22, 2012

Genny, God must have a special place for such a wonderful person. You knew how to help others by opening up your heart and home. Thank you for being such a kind and thoughtful person and know you will be truly missed by so many people.

Janis Ibsen

November 18, 2012

To our dear friend Genny. ,We will miss our dinner dates with you and you were fun to be with. Our prayers and thoughts go your way as well as the love you kindled,you will be missed

Lou &lois Frobe

November 17, 2012

I will miss my Aunt terribly. She was always gracious and kind to us and never let us leave without a hug and her telling us that she loved us.

Chris Mangus

November 16, 2012

You will be missed, you alway's wore a smile full of spunk, and Coco's in Rialto will never be the same....Love you very much,, Christine

Christine Jeffries

November 15, 2012

From the first time we met several years ago, we recogonized Gennie as a keeper (special person &friend).We will remember always the good times we had with Gennie and Howard in CA. It was really nice that they could visit us in TX summer before last. She had the ability to converse on any topic and to leave you smiling with her wit. She leaves us with a gap that will never be filled by another.The word stranger was not in her vocabulary; once you met her, you would understand why! We send our love and condolences to her family and to Howard.

Bill/Helen Boutwell

November 15, 2012

You were a wonderful Nana and you will be missed. Love you always and forever!

Amber Thomas

November 15, 2012

mom I love you and miss you like crazy. I know you are looking down on me but it's tough to know I can no longer call you for advise.

DeDe Tribu;ato

November 15, 2012

Curt Farned

November 15, 2012

Although seeing Gennie only once a year, she provided a big smile for each
time. She was a pleasure to talk to. I know she will be missed dearly by her
family and friends. Hope everyone finds peace in their hearts, and are thankful for the most wonderful memories possible. She was a jewel.
Don Singer, Evansville, In.

November 15, 2012

Our Prayers and Thoughts go out to the Hornsby's Family & Howard.. even though I only got to know her for a short time, She was a Very Kind and Loving Person.. Gone home to be with our Loving God. Larry & Connie Pina

Larry Pina

November 15, 2012

with all my love

David Stone

November 15, 2012

I can't even begin to tell you how sad I am right now. My heart is literally broken. I already miss you more than I could have ever imagined. I really won the lottery when it came to having you as my Mom. You were the absolute BEST Mom anyone could ever have hoped for. Scott and I were honored and priveledge to have been by your side when you needed us most. You will be forever in our hearts. Rest in peace, Mom! We love you!!!!!

Scott & Michelle Fields

November 15, 2012

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