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Genevieve Frances “Gen” Nesbit McNeil

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Birth	:	2 Nov 1924 Castalia, Winneshiek County, Iowa, USA
Death	:	4 Jul 2021 West Union, Fayette County, Iowa, USA
Burial	:	Saint Peters Catholic Cemetery, Clermont, Fayette County, USA
Coordinate	:	43.0003014, -91.6438980
Description	:	Genevieve Frances McNeil, 96, went peacefully to her heavenly home on July 4 in West Union, Iowa after blessing us earth side for over 96 years. Genevieve was born to Anna (Hill) and Austin Charles Nesbit on November 2, 1924. Born prematurely at just 3 lbs. 9 oz, Gen has always been a tiny but mighty fighter. She graduated from De Sales high school at age 17, where she boarded with the Nuns in Ossian due to the long commute. After her first year at St. Teresa College, she met the love of her life... Read More	Genevieve Frances McNeil, 96, went peacefully to her heavenly home on July 4 in West Union, Iowa after blessing us earth side for over 96 years. Genevieve was born to Anna (Hill) and Austin Charles Nesbit on November 2, 1924. Born prematurely at just 3 lbs. 9 oz, Gen has always been a tiny but mighty fighter. She graduated from De Sales high school at age 17, where she boarded with the Nuns in Ossian due to the long commute. After her first year at St. Teresa College, she met the love of her life Jack McNeil while working at the Postville REA office. He swept her off her feet and they danced their way to through a four-year courtship to marry on November 11, 1947 at De Sales Catholic Church. They were blessed with nine children, and Gen had a true gift of letting each one know they were the 'most special'. They farmed in the Gunder and Castalia area for several years, and Gen's tenacity and work ethic allowed them to open Valhalla Supper Club and Little John's Lounge in Clermont after. You could always find Gen giving orders and ensuring the place ran smoothly. Genevieve was an avid reader and truly had a gift for the written word. She delighted her family with her "On the Road Again" letters and postcards during her travels delivered to homes across the country. Everyone either looked forward to or dreaded getting a "Grandma Letter"; depending on what you had done to deserve one. Her beautiful needlework created for her children and grandchildren are truly cherished masterpieces, and just a small token of the love she gave so freely. Her steadfast calmness, grace under pressure, and unwavering faith allowed her to give her fierce opinions and sometimes stinging advice because it was wrapped in a heart of gold. She leaves behind a wonderful legacy and will be forever missed as the matriarch of her large family. She is survived by her children: Diane Stark, Michael McNeil (Ronna), Colleen Laas, Carol Miller (Paul), Mary Moritz (Neil), Teresa Steffens (Gary), John McNeil, Joe McNeil (Janell), 36 grandchildren, and 75 great grandchildren with 2 more arriving soon. Preceded in death by her husband Jack; oldest son Edward; Parents; sister Ann Minger; Son-in-laws, Dennis Stark and James Laas Visitation will be held at the Schutte-Grau Funeral Home in Clermont, Iowa on Friday evening, July 9, 2021 from 4 pm – 7 pm. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at St. Francis De Sales Catholic Church in Ossian, Iowa at 10 am on Saturday, July 10, 2021. A Private Family Burial will be at St. Peter's Catholic Cemetery in Clermont, Iowa immediately following the funeral. Reception following at the Clermont City Hall/Opera House in Clermont, Iowa to celebrate a wonderful life well-lived. (Written by Kelly Davy, Granddaughter) Schutte-Grau Funeral Home and Cremation Service of Clermont, Iowa is assisting the family with arrangements.

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Where is Genevieve Frances “Gen” Nesbit McNeil's memorial?
Genevieve Frances “Gen” Nesbit McNeil's memorial is located at: Saint Peters Catholic Cemetery, Clermont, Fayette County, USA.
When did Genevieve Frances “Gen” Nesbit McNeil death?
Genevieve Frances “Gen” Nesbit McNeil death on 4 Jul 2021 in West Union, Fayette County, Iowa, USA
Where are the coordinates of the Genevieve Frances “Gen” Nesbit McNeil's memorial?
Latitude: 43.0003014
Longitude: -91.6438980

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Parent

Spouse

John Francis “Jack” McNeil

(1926 - 1990)

Siblings

Children

Edward Francis McNeil

(1948 - 1985)

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Nearby Cemetories:

1. Saint Peters Catholic Cemetery
Clermont, Fayette County, USA
Coordinate: 43.0003014, -91.6438980

2. Gods Acres Cemetery
Clermont, Fayette County, USA
Coordinate: 42.9925003, -91.6496964

3. East Clermont Lutheran Church Cemetery
Grand Meadow Township, Clayton County, USA
Coordinate: 42.9969406, -91.5916672

4. Elgin City Cemetery
Elgin, Fayette County, USA
Coordinate: 42.9580000, -91.6410000

5. Nutting Cemetery
Fayette County, USA
Coordinate: 43.0306015, -91.7247009

6. Houg Cemetery
Gunder, Clayton County, USA
Coordinate: 42.9444008, -91.5675964

7. Brainard Cemetery
Brainard, Fayette County, USA
Coordinate: 42.9341980, -91.7044900

8. Apostolic Cemetery
Marion Township, Clayton County, USA
Coordinate: 42.9347000, -91.5821991

9. Butler Cemetery
West Union, Fayette County, USA
Coordinate: 42.9738910, -91.7501880

10. Mount Pleasant Cemetery
West Union, Fayette County, USA
Coordinate: 42.9777985, -91.7647018

11. Fry Family Cemetery
Farmersburg, Clayton County, USA
Coordinate: 43.0152530, -91.5182350

12. Pleasant Grove Cemetery
Fayette County, USA
Coordinate: 42.9347000, -91.7450027

13. Postville Cemetery
Clayton County, USA
Coordinate: 43.0811081, -91.5655594

14. Marion Lutheran Cemetery
Gunder, Clayton County, USA
Coordinate: 42.9708290, -91.5127792

15. Illyria Cemetery
Wadena, Fayette County, USA
Coordinate: 42.8975983, -91.6363983

16. George Cemetery
Fayette County, USA
Coordinate: 43.0346985, -91.7818985

17. Bethany Lutheran Church Cemetery
West Union, Fayette County, USA
Coordinate: 43.0625000, -91.7630997

18. Grand Meadow Cemetery
Luana, Clayton County, USA
Coordinate: 43.0628014, -91.5081024

19. Bloomfield Cemetery
Castalia, Winneshiek County, USA
Coordinate: 43.1152992, -91.6896973

20. Pleasant View Cemetery
Castalia, Winneshiek County, USA
Coordinate: 43.1183014, -91.6785965

21. Mount Calvary Cemetery
West Union, Fayette County, USA
Coordinate: 42.9300003, -91.7850037

22. Cook Family Cemetery
Elkader, Clayton County, USA
Coordinate: 42.9209880, -91.5091230

23. Eno Cemetery
Wagner Township, Clayton County, USA
Coordinate: 42.9930992, -91.4693985

24. Highland Lutheran Cemetery
Highland Township, Clayton County, USA
Coordinate: 42.8987000, -91.5330000