Ginny (Moore) Jennings, age 75, was called Home to be reunited with her husband, Bill, and her son, Butch on Thursday May 20, 2021.
Ginny was born on March 29th, 1946, in St. Louis, Missouri to the late Mabel and Frederick Krenning and was raised by Edward and Leona Grillo. She graduated from Ritenour High School and attended Southeast Missouri. Ginny retired from Ozark Airlines / TWA back in the 90’s. She was happily married to the late Bill Jennings, who was her soulmate in life for 28 years.
So many things to mention about Ginny . . . Bill’s soulmate, a one-of-a-kind mother, a loyal friend, an advisor, a great listener, just a good-hearted, selfless woman. She survived much longer than anyone would have imagined as doctors gave her 5 years back in 1986. She continued to instill her Faith with her family and told them not to worry as it is in God’s hands. You must “Keep the Faith!” She was so strong and fought many of fights; that woman had over 9 lives. She loved to travel with her family, friends, and especially the love of her life, to explore many states and countries. She never knew a stranger; she loved to put a smile on your face, and she knew how to have a good time. You knew when she was in the room as she was loud and outspoken. She had a beanie baby addiction for some time and would drive hours to buy specific ones. Ginny loved a bargain; you would be guaranteed to see her the day after a holiday buying items half off. She had an eye for creating beautiful landscaping and curb appeal which her neighbors frequently complimented. In summary, Ginny was an amazing mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend.
Ginny is survived by her 3 daughters, Ginger (Dave) Moore, Kathy (Steve) Pilgram, Elizabeth (Ben) Saltzman, and preceded in death by her son, Butch Moore. She is also survived by her bonus kids, Rhonda Knapp, Shane (Marci) Jennings, Wade (Chrissy) Jennings, 5 grandchildren, Kayla, Cody, Faith, Tristen, Tyler (Chance), and her bonus grandchildren, Kelsie, Kirsten, Brady, Jessica, Zach, Peyton, as well as 5 great grandchildren. She is preceded in death by her sisters and brothers, Betty, Fred (Jean), George (Evelyn), Robert, Art (Rose), Mary (Doug), Jim (Carol), along with many cousins, nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends.
Family and friends are welcome to attend visitation at Kutis Affton Funeral Home at 10151 Gravois Rd, St. Louis, Missouri on Monday, May 24th from 5 to 9 p.m. Service will be held on Tuesday, May 25th at 10:30am, interment Valhalla Cemetery.
Too many memories to mention. One of the best is when me and Ginger went to a Bette Midler concert then called via pay phone to have Momma Ginny listen to the song Wind Beneath My Wing. I think someone hollered at us for leaving the phone hanging.
Ginny was a sweet, sweet, lady! The first time we met Ginny, she made us feel like we had known her all her life. Bill was my 1st cousin and we kept in touch thru the years. We would visit and go out for dinner whenever we went to Florida and always caught up talking about our families, kids & grandkids. We are so sorry for the family! You have lost a sweet Momma!
THE DASH
the poem by Linda Ellis
I read of a man who stood to speak at the funeral of a friend. He referred to the dates on the tombstone from the beginning… to the end.
He noted that first came the date of birth and spoke of the following date with tears, but he said what mattered most of all was the dash between those years.
For that dash represents all the time they spent alive on earth and now only those who loved them know what that little line is worth.
For it matters not, how much we own, the cars… the house… the cash. What matters is how we live and love and how we spend our dash.
So think about this long and hard; are there things you’d like to change? For you never know how much time is left that still can be rearranged.
To be less quick to anger and show appreciation more and love the people in our lives like we’ve never loved before.
If we treat each other with respect and more often wear a smile… remembering that this special dash might only last a little while.
So when your eulogy is being read, with your life’s actions to rehash, would you be proud of the things they say about how you lived your dash?
Ginny lived her Dash the way she wanted.Ginny will be missed by many and will always live in our hearts.. Sincere Condolences to Kathy,Ginger and Liz as they mourn the loss of their Mother.
Condolences to your family. Gunny and I were friends in high school. There was never a sweeter person. May your wonderful memories of her sustain you as you deal with your loss. RIP Ginny.