1939
2012
On October 5, 2012, three days before he would have lived 73 years in this world, R. John Genins, Jr. passed away in Pensacola FL. John was a man who marched to the beat of his own drum. His was a big presence in the life of everyone he touched and will be forever a part of those he left. His kind heart could not withstand any more physical challenges. We are at peace knowing he is resting in a safe, loving place.
His mother (Lola Mae Landrum Genins) and father (Robert J Genins) rejoiced on October 8, 1939, when he arrived in St. Louis MO. Five years later the idyllic family was challenged with the arrival of a sister, Amelia Josephine (Amy Jo). John, a comely, highly intelligent and gifted person, attended elementary school and graduated from Sikeston High School (Sikeston MO) in 1957, received his BA from Emory University (Atlanta GA), his JD from the Emory Law School, and practiced law in Georgia.
While an Emory undergrad, he met Sara Singleton King from Waycross GA. They married and had two beautiful children: Lorena Ann and Robert John Genins, III (Suzanne). The family lived in St. Simons Island, GA.
When they separated, John moved back to Atlanta where he practiced law and where many respected his keen, analytical mind.
Basketball, football, baseball, playing the saxophone, and especially fishing were all activities he enjoyed and in which he excelled. Many fishing stories could be told! His encounters with catfish in the drainage ditches of SE Missouri, The "pish" he discovered in the cistern at his beloved Grandma and Grandpa Landrum's farm outside of Jefferson City MO, The Alaska fishing trip with his dad. The fishing adventures he shared with so many in Fernandina Beach FL. His one-man, night-time retrieval of his boat from the Bahamian authorities when independence was declared in 1973. His deep sea fishing encounters with the fish he loved and respected--as shown by the Blue Marlin he captured and mounted on the wall of his home.
We all strive to achieve our definitions of success--to accomplish what we believe we are on earth to do. John Genins was successful, because, to paraphrase the poetess Bessie Stanley, he laughed often and much, won the respect of intelligent people and the affection of children, earned the appreciation of honest critics and endured the betrayal of false friends; he appreciated the earth's beauty, found the best in others, and lived his life with enthusiasm.
I am proud to call him my big brother. His was a significant presence. In the company of many, I feel his loss deeply.
He is forever a part of me and all he touched with his movin' and shakin' ways!
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March 21, 2013
Wanda Lou Kilpatrick Slack
For John's family and friends.
January 28, 2013
Amy,
I am so sorry for your loss. John was a very nice fellow. I met you and him many moons ago at Uncle Sam's, Atlanta, Georgia. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers. Denni Coker, Tucker, Georgia
January 21, 2013
Jo Palmer
Dear Amy Jo and family,
John was one of my classmates and friends for many years. I recently had attended a dinner where I was suppose to bring a picture from a high school dance and chose one of John and I. I e-mailed him afterwards to tell him that everyone wanted to know about the handsome guy in the picture. He wrote a short note back, and I am so glad to have had that little reconnection with him. He will always be a part of some great growing-up memories, and I will hold you all in thought and prayer at this time
January 17, 2013
gregg loomis
Amy
John was a dear and loyal friend not to mention my most memorable roomate. I'll miss his annual calls on my birthdays. He never missed
January 17, 2013
Gordon Jines
John, I have great memories of our high school years, we all enjoyed them and many of them. Trust me my friend, you'll be missed by many.
January 16, 2013
Kay Tetley
Amy Jo and Family,
I have wonderful memories of John, all through grade school and high school. He was always so smart, athletic, and just a good friend in general. I think I was in love with him in the 5th grade - Marilyn Lewis Moll and I were rivals for his affections!! He always knew all the great ball players, and I learned the names through him! He and other boys from Bailey played football on the old football field (between Bailey School and the High School building) on Saturday mornings. That group of boys were always busy! Then there were the skating rink parties at Earl Underhill's dad's place!! Every May, we looked forward to those parties. I will always remember John, my good friend! I will be thinking of you and John's family.
January 16, 2013
Amy Jo and family,
How sorry I am to hear this news. I have great memories of each one of the Genins family...While John was just enough older I didn't know him well, Amy Jo, her Mom(my first grade teacher) and Dad were a part of my childhood. I'll have you in my thoughts and prayers! Charlotte Boyce Craig, Cape Girardeau, MO
January 15, 2013
Rick Leslie
I have fond memories of John from our high school days. I remember playing in a dance band with him at the old "road house" at the corner of Hwy 61 and the Vanduser road. I also remember him hitting a home run off me to win the game, either Little League or Babe Ruth League. He wouldn't let me forget it! I also remember how he called me on my birthday for several years after we graduated. I thought a lot of John.
January 15, 2013
Gordon Jines
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
January 15, 2013
Harry Sharp
John, you have been an interesting character. I have enjoyed our association. Just because you are in heaven, doesn't mean that you can quit being the quintessential Sikeston Bulldog!
Blessings, Harry
November 21, 2012
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Amy,
I couldn't have said it better.
Dad you taught me some wonderful lessons in life, I am proud to have had you as my father.
Love,
Robert John Genins III
Suzanne Genins
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October 25, 2012
John was my friend and cousin. He was the most interesting man I had every met. We talked the same language. I cherished the information he taught me regarding law and practice. I had talked with him on the phone October 4, and I think he was in the hopsital. I wish that Bob and I could have brought John home with us, but he was to proud to accept and only used what money we could spare to help him file his cases. I loved John like I love myself. Pretty much!!!!
Mrs. Robert E. Slack, Longmont, Colorado
October 24, 2012
Ricky Peterson
I cherish happy memories of childhood adventures with my cousin John. He was a loyal friend who always remembered my birthday and was attentive to my parents as they grew old. He had an amazing sense of humor and a gift for words. We adored him and would have followed him anywhere.
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