Gene Elizabeth Fenton

Gene Elizabeth Fenton, a beacon of love and compassion, passed away on October 16, 2025, in Three Rivers, Michigan. Born on January 13, 1956, in Montpelier, Ohio, Gene was a devoted daughter, sister, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother whose life was a testament to empathy and unwavering support.

Gene was known far and wide as Nan, a title that held the weight of her devotion to her beloved grandkids: Elizabeth, Jessica, Carly, Summer, and Dustin. They saw not only a grandmother in her but a steadfast pillar of strength and comfort, a woman who lovingly helped raise them with kindness and grace. The treasures of their youth are embedded with her unwavering support, her tireless efforts to fix anything from broken toys to bruised knees. Gene's nurturing spirit knew no bounds; she accepted all without judgment, embodying a caring soul that extended beyond her immediate family to everyone who crossed her path.

Her love also blossomed in the vibrant colors of orange chrysanthemums, her cherished favorite, although she would say with a smile, "God made every color, how do you pick?." Flowers, like her heart, represented the beauty she saw in the world, a passion she nurtured alongside her fondness for fishing, playing solitaire, and drawing, all while enveloped in the warmth of family gatherings. Gene carried her faith in the Lord as a guiding light, inspiring those around her with a quiet strength that radiated through the way she lived and moved.

Gene’s spirit was deeply rooted in her familial connections. She is survived by her siblings—Leonard, Rachel, Suzie, and Chuck—who carry forward the legacy of love she instilled in those she touched. Her kind and gentle nature will resonate forever in the hearts of her grandkids: Elizabeth, Jessica, Carly, Summer, and Dustin, and her great-grandkids: Tucker, Roza, and Thaddea, who grew up knowing the depth of her affection.

Though Gene has departed this earthly realm, she is lovingly remembered by her family and friends as a woman whose empathy knew no limits and whose heart was a sanctuary of comfort. Preceding her in death were her parents, Buddy and Elizabeth, and her beloved daughter, Lynn. Their memories, now intertwined with Gene's spirit, will forever remain a comforting presence.

In the tapestry of life, Gene Elizabeth Fenton weaved threads of love, kindness, and unwavering strength, leaving an indelible mark on all who knew her. As we gather together to honor her legacy, we celebrate not just a life lived, but the profound impact of her unyielding love that will echo through generations to come.