Jeanette Myers, 79, passed away on Wednesday, April 26th, 2017 at her home in Virginia Beach, surrounded by her loving family. Jeanette was born on April 4th, 1938 in Alabama to James and Mary Weaver and was the wife of the late David W. Myers, Jr.
Jeanette grew up in Mobile County, Alabama and was a devoted daughter to her father James. A few years after his death, she moved to Memphis, Tn. One evening while having fun with her friends, a gentleman walked over to her and asked her to dance. He introduced himself as “Chuck” which was a radio announcer name that David used as a DJ. As they began to dance, he sternly advised her, “Don’t step on my boots.” This warning did not sit well with Jeanette as she thought he was arrogant and egotistical. Jeanette being Jeanette, promptly stepped on his boots and sat down. Like the cartoon caveman character, who clubs the woman he chose as his mate, stepping on Chuck’s boots, produced the same effect……this was the woman for him.
Unfortunately, Jeanette did not share the same viewpoint. She continued going out, having fun, only to discover Dave was waiting upon her return. His perseverance paid off as they were married three months later on September 16, 1955. They were married for 48 years until his death in 2003. During their 48 years together, Jeanette managed to turn every house into a home. She loved having her family around her, whether it was during the holidays or just Sunday dinner. Jeanette loved to cook for her family and although they were simple meals, her meatloaf and fried chicken was fantastic.
She is survived by her Daughter, Bonnie Clifford of Virginia Beach; Son Kelvin (Sherry) Myers of Portsmouth; Sisters, Marie Adair and Bernice Williamson of Mobile County, Alabama; Half Brother Sam Jr of Texas, Grandchildren, Kelvin Myers, Jr., Christina Myers, Jeff (Pamela) Clifford and Angela Myers; Great Grandchildren, Nathan Myers, Alexis Arrington, Layla Goodman, Michael Dobson, Jr. and Heather Dobson. She leaves behind many nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends, including her best friends Shirley Ellison and Pat Scharr.
She was preceded in death by her husband David, son Michael, sisters Ruby Moody, Loretta Watson, Nancy Correll and her parents, James and Mary Weaver.
Jeanette will be laid to rest next to her husband in Arlington National Cemetery. Please check back later for updated service information.
Memorial Contributions may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital at www.stjude.org.
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I lost my Grandma who was my 2nd Mom my best friend and my mentor….I sit here thinking of the events as they go over my mind. I guess I’m glad she did not suffer but I’m angry that I was robbed of time with her. My grandma was the best grandma one could ever hope for she loved everyone that she knew. She never held no ill will to anyone in fact if you picked up the phone to talked to her she would listen then give her two cents and hope you would put that knowledge to good use. I always could come into her room or when I was in Florida I could talk to her on the phone when I was feeling lost..she loved her grandkids and great grandkids she loved my wife and my step kids as if they were her own. Yes it’s hard to let go of the physical aspect and this house will feel empty without her but I’m not sad I’m happy she’s not really gone she’s here and everywhere. I will take the knowledge and wisdom and apply it in my life…but just remember that this is not a goodbye it’s more of I’ll see you later and when I went to her room with Pamela she asked me if I was ok and I just smiled saying she’s with Grandad and everyone. As I said that on the digital picture frame picture on her dressed showed a picture of grandparents together. Goodbye mom I’ll see ya again this is not the end now fly high with your new wings and know that I will make you proud I love you