Eugenia "Genie" McElroy

Feb. 24, 1930 - April 14, 2015

Eugenia "Genie" McElroy, died peacefully in her home on April 14th at age 85. Genie worked as a lab technician at Salem Clinic for many years, and finished her career at Marion County Health Department. She also judged girl's gymnastics for over 35 years, known affectionately as the "grandma judge" and notorious for her big smiles for everyone. She is survived by her daughters Kelly Bellinger and husband Tim or Dallas/Salem, Helen Honey and husband John of Salem, grandchildren Allison Handley, John Honey, and Lindsay Bellinger, great-grandson, Emerson Handley, and her dog Larry. Only private family service is planned, memorial contributions are suggested to Willamette Humane Society in Salem. Assisting the family is Virgil T. Golden Funeral Service.

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Published by The Statesman Journal on Apr. 16, 2015.

Memories and Condolences
for Genie McElroy

21 Entries

Evadne Woodside

April 10, 2021

Genie was a bright spot in my life for many years. I miss her.

April 23, 2015

All of your friends here at the bank will miss you. You always had a beautiful smile and a kind word. God bless you and Larry.

Cynthia Rose-Lauer

April 21, 2015

My daughter was a gymnast and we always enjoyed Genie as a judge. I think she was generous and felt girls needed to have a positive experience when scoring their events. She was the positive yin to the negative yang. Genie was always smiling and encouraging . The girls loved her as did coaches and parents. Genie was a gift to many and may you be comforted by her sweet memories.

Albertson's

April 20, 2015

From all your friends at Albertson's, you will be missed........

Evadne Woodside

April 19, 2015

Genie, was my friend, fellow gymnastics judge, and P.E.O. Sister, with whom I have shared joys and sadness. We traveled together for over 20 years all over the U.S., Hawaii and Alaska. She loved her family and life itself. I will miss her. Evadne Woodside

Katie Bellinger

April 19, 2015

Katie Bellinger

April 19, 2015

There will never be anyone else like her. She was joyous, and so warm. I will never forget her, or how she always treated me.

Katie Bellinger

April 19, 2015

Katie Bellinger

April 19, 2015

Karen Shutz-Litrakis

April 18, 2015

I will miss that smile! Loved and admired by all who knew her. Wishing love and peace to her family. Rest in peace Genie, I will miss you greatly!

April 17, 2015

Genie was an inspiration to gymnasts and judges alike. Her legacy will live on as she smiles down upon all our meets.
Lynda

Lulu Blake

April 17, 2015

beautiful soul!

Carol

April 17, 2015

I am so saddened by Genie's passing. She judged my daughter in gymnastics many times. She always received a huge round of applause and cheers from all the girls. She will truely be missed.

April 17, 2015

There are not words enough to express our Genie. She was always smiling, always positive and ready for any new adventure. It was a pleasure to judge along side of her. She always put the gymnasts at ease with her beautiful smile. It was a pleasure to have her as a P.E.O. sister as well, She has a special place in many, many peoples hearts. We loved her dearly. Love you Genie.

April 17, 2015

You were well loved by all. I will always think of your sweet smile and kind words.
Tawny

Tracy Meador

April 17, 2015

Such a beautiful soul, wonderful person and amazing gymnastics judge. Heaven has indeed gained an angel. She was very special to me, as she judged me over 30 years ago as a High School gymnast and throughout my coaching career a highlight for me and my athletes at every meet she was judging. I loved her--as did so many,You will always live in our hearts and prayers, I will will cherish the memories forever.

April 17, 2015

A beautiful soul, heaven as gained an angel. I have so many wonderful memories of Genie, so sad to hear of her passing. She was loved by everyone that met her and the gymnastics community is mourning the loss of a treasured family member. I loved her--she was an exceptional judge and exceptional human being. Celebrating a life well lived. I will cherish the memories forever.

Robin Ruegg

April 16, 2015

I served on the National Board for gymnastics judges with Genie and enjoyed her upbeat attitude. We will miss her.

April 16, 2015

What a wonderful lady with energy, love and care for everyone. You were so blessed to have her in your family's lives. I will miss her smile and enthusiasm. My extended family knew her as the "nicest gymnastics judge" and I knew her as one of my favorite PEO friends! Love, Sue Rende

Michael Reed

April 16, 2015

What a delightful person. As a gymnastics judge Genie had a positive impact on thousands on girls and young women including my daughter. Her smile was infectious and her whit always quick. Genie was fearless and there was a ton of energy wrapped up in her petite body. I am proud to have known her and I will miss her.

Michael Reed

April 16, 2015

What a delightful person. As a gymnastics judge Genie had a positive impact on thousands on girls and young women, including my daughter. Her smile was infectious and her whit always quick. Genie was fearless and there was a ton of energy wrapped up in her petite body. I am proud to have known her and I will miss her.

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