Nellie Jeanette Gantt

Nellie Jeanette Gantt, 93, of Leesville, passed away peacefully on December 18, 2024. Jeanette was a woman of unwavering faith whose life was a testament to God’s faithfulness and the strength of a heart that trusts in Him. Her faith was her foundation, and her steadfast belief in God sustained her through all of life’s trials.

Jeanette loved the Lord, her family, and her beloved husband of 52 ½ years, Robert, who preceded her in death. Together, they built a life filled with love, faith, and cherished memories.

Jeanette is survived by her children: Louise Gantt Lingle, Lu Gantt Bickley, Willette Gunter Hagenmeyer (Karl), Kathy Gantt Widener (Jimmy), Steve Gantt (Ann), Linda Gunter Smith (Stephen), as well as 14 grandchildren and numerous great grandchildren. She also leaves behind a sister, Margaret Gray, and a brother, David Gantt. 

In addition to her parents and husband, Jeanette was preceded in death by her sons, Donnie and Steven Gunter; sons-in-law, Von Bickley and Arnold Lingle; brothers, Joe and Callie Gantt; and a granddaughter, Paige Widener.

The funeral service for Jeanette will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, December 20 at Pine Grove Baptist Church in Fairview, SC, with burial following in the church cemetery. Reverend Kurt Geib will officiate. The family will receive friends one hour prior beginning at 10:00 a.m. at the church.

While Jeanette will be deeply missed, her family takes comfort in knowing she is now reunited with her beloved Robert and safe in the arms of Jesus.