Lovell Genlick
May 22, 1923 ~ January 18, 2025
Lovell Genlick was born May 22, 1923, in Sunflower County, Mississippi to the parentage of A.K. Hawkins Jemison and Belle Hughes Jemison. Lovell received Christ at the age of 12. She was educated in the Sunflower County school system, and from there, the family of 14 moved to Greenville, Mississippi.
At the age of 19, Lovell moved to Chicago, Illinois during The Great Migration where she would later be employed by Cook County Hospital as a CNA for over 35 years. Her devotion to her patients eventually led her to open her own private duty healthcare service.
Lovell will be remembered by her sense of humor, love for family, love for nature, and wisdom. Her memory will carry on through her daughter LaVonne (Norman Johnson), son James, and her grandchildren: Katrina, Timothy, Sean, Stephen, and Camille. She will also be remembered by her three great grandchildren and a myriad of nieces and nephews.
In addition to her parents, she's preceded in death by her beloved husband (Willie James Genlick) and 13 siblings.
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One of my fondest memory of my grandma was a time we visited them in Chicago. I couldn’t have been more than 3 or 4 years old. I wanted to go to park and get ice cream and my mother said I had to eat 3
more bites of this cream of corn nasty food. Eww! When my mother turned her head, Poof! My grandma took my plate and threw it away. With a wink and a smile. My grandma was the best. I love her and will see her in heaven.
I have so many fond memories. I would love when she would say my nieces are so smart. They can take lemons and not only make lemonade. They can make lemon meringue pie and anything else. I Especially remember all of her encouraging words and you rest in love until we meet again love
Yma
My most memorable time with my aunt was always when she spoke of family history, she had seen so much in over 100 hundred years. Aunt Lovell was definitely a Classy lady R.I.H. you will truly be missed.
Aunt LoVelle is forever in our hearts and souls. Thank you for sharing your lifes stories and forging our path ahead. Love always
Aunt Lovell was always loving. Caring and sharing her life’s experiences and memories. Being in her presence has blessed me and my family beyond measure. We will miss her; however, she will live in our spirits forever. Rest in Peace.
I Corinthians 15:51-57May His word comfront you . Our condolences.
Q: What was one of your favorite qualities of Lovell?
A: She never ceased to make me laugh. One day, I was telling her about the time James Brown [before he became famous] met Little Richard. I told her “Little was performing at a night club and when he went on break, James Brown got on stage and began performing the song Caldonia”. I continued by saying “Caldonia, Caldonia” and before I could say another word, she shouted, ” What Makes Yo’ Big Head So Hard!”
To the many memorable times we shared with an angel on earth, our loving aunt, Lovell.
My angle taught and cared for me thru the years .so many wonderful memories growing up with your guidance you will be missed your niece Ann Gowder
I count it a blessing to have been able to move down south and enjoy the last year simply sitting and talking with aunty! My favorite memory is realizing how amazing of a matchmaker she was! The story of how Granddaddy (Uncle Jimmy) came to be with my Grandmother (Alice) is truly funny! Without her intervention and skillful planning 😅 I don’t know if the lineage would be what it is today!..She was an incredible woman with stories that will forever last in our heart!🩷
Dear Lavonne, I’m praying that God gives you peace and comfort during these difficult days. I remember your Mom as being a very sweet, mild mannered person. I never remember hearing your Mom ever raising her voice. It’s hard, I know because I’ve walked in your shoes.No one can replace a mother’s love. Stay strong my friend. God’s got you.
Aunt Lovell, the wisdom, love and grace you displayed will be missed. You were my mother’s younger sister. When she left me, you stepped right in. The pride you had for your family is what you were known for. Your ability to make anyone feel heard and loved always brought me comfort. The praying women your mother was, passed down to you. Seeing the level of faith you maintained encourages me. Thank you, for never ceasing to praise God. For every phone call, every prayer, every hug and kiss. You’ve been ready to go Home, for a longtime now. I am happy, you have gained your reward. Yvonne Holliday
The grace and beauty of our dearest Aunt Lovell is timeless as she has taken her leave from us. We cherish the wisdom and love she poured out through her ministry of presence. We celebrate her life today.
As your words captivated the room, your purple garment shined. The repeated stories felt like lasting memories and your love was beyond defined.
My name is Courtnae IAm The daughter of Ella Harris. I have been talking with my aunt for a while over the past few years. She was a beautiful woman. She’d tell me about her life funny stories. She’d tell me about her dad if you do good good will come to you which is true Rest in peace Auntie
I can recall when I was taking care of my grandfather James Jamison Sr. And my great aunt came to visit him. She look him in the eyes. It was priceless they both smile at each other. She gave him a shave . The most beautiful thing I have ever seen. She will truly be miss