Marion "Jeanette" Combs, 84, passed away on May 31, 2023. She was born on January 12, 1939, her brother's birthday, to Elsberry and Dona Little in Daysboro, KY. Jeanette moved to Louisville, KY in December of 1956 where she resided until her death.
Jeanette graduated from Hazel Green Academy in 1956. She went on to earn her Bachelor of Science in Sociology from the University of Louisville in 1976 while working full-time, raising a daughter, and attending night classes. She was the only member of her family to graduate from college.
Jeanette retired from the Travelers Insurance Company in May 1995. After that retirement she continued to work part-time for various insurance companies for another 7 years. Jeanette was a faithful member of Southeast Christian Church.
Jeanette was preceded in death by her husband of 66 years, Lawrence Combs; her parents, Elsberry and Dona Little; and all of her siblings, Roxy Wilson, Ruby Morris, Christine Wilson, and Hubert Little.
She leaves behind to cherish her memory, her daughter, Donna Gaines (Keith); grandchildren, Devon Gaines (Seth), and Alan Gaines; and faithful caregiver, Reggi Kistner.
A special thank you to Hosparus of Louisville, and particularly to her nurse, Kate, and Caregiver, Ronnie.
A memorial visitation will take place on Sunday, June 4th, 2023, from 3 to 6 PM at the Arch L. Heady at Resthaven Funeral Home, 4400 Bardstown Rd. Jeanette will be laid to rest in Resthaven Memorial Park.
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