Molly Jo Eisenman, 81, of Greensboro, NC passed away peacefully on July 1, 2024. She was the devoted wife of Jack Eisenman and they shared 61 years together living large – loving hard – and laughing most of the time!
Known for her sense of humor, she always got the joke, and was usually making it. She could turn a phrase, was quick with the quips, and could lighten any mood with some poignant perspective. A gifted writer, she could always be counted on for that perfect poem or clever birthday tribute. But she also wrote the most beautiful and thoughtful letters with a deep understanding of what somebody needed to hear when they were hurting. And that was her superpower – always being right where she was needed for her friends and family.
Born in Savannah, Georgia she was the daughter of Shepard and Audrey Waters and the best big sister to the best little sis, Patricia. She attended Cary High School – and being the beauty queen that she was, was crowned Miss Cary before attending Meredith College. An accomplished pianist and organist in her youth, she went on to study music at UNC Greensboro.
Molly met the love of her life at a Duke fraternity party, and here the partnership of a lifetime began, the dynamic duo of Jack & Molly. Married July 6, 1963 they settled in Greensboro and started their family. Tracy – then twins Kelly and Kristy – kicked them into high gear and Jack and Molly were always on the move…
Literally. They moved 18 times. Their love of renovation and design led them to create beautiful homes, and everyone marveled how Molly was always able to fit in every single piece of furniture. But some of her biggest moves were on the tennis court, she played six days a week and absolutely loved the game. She and Jack were formidable doubles partners, playing year-round, even hosting an annual New Year’s Eve tennis party.
One of her and Jack’s proudest community contributions was the spearheading of a $500,000 renovation of the vacant downtown Greensboro train station for the creation of a teen night club – The Depot – that gave teenagers a safe place to gather. She had a full life with many activities including her various bridge clubs, Bible Babes bible study, and membership in the Greensboro Symphony Guild, Junior League and Carolina Laurel Garden Club. One of her most rewarding experiences was as a hospice volunteer.
Her biggest adventure took place on the high seas on their boat “Crackerjack.” Captain Jack and first mate Molly trawled the inner coastal waterway for two exciting years, docking along the eastern seaboard for tennis matches and cocktails, making many lifelong friends along the way.
Molly is survived by her loving husband Jack; sister Patricia Silver (Alan) of Greensboro; daughters Tracy Curtis (Andrew Plepler) of Charlotte; Kelly Shenk (Gary) of Annapolis, MD; and Kristy Bailey of Plano, TX. Affectionately known as Lala, she leaves behind eight grandchildren, one great-grandson, two nieces and one nephew.
A celebration of life will be announced at a later date. Memorial donations can be donated to Beacon Place of Greensboro.
Molly’s family catch phrase was, “Aren’t we lucky!” And we were. Lucky to have this person woven into our very being where we will carry her with us forever and always. May her memory live on in the hearts of all those who loved and laughed with her.
Online condolences may be offered at www.haneslineberryfhnorthelm.com.
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