Geneva Doris McKinnis

Geneva Doris McKinnis, 95, of Cape Girardeau, died October 9, 2022 at Chateau Girardeau in Cape Girardeau. She was born in Puxico, Missouri to Grover and Alice Haggerty Hartle. She and William 'Bill" McKinnis were married July 17, 1948 at St. Louis, Missouri. She was smitten by the handsome race car driver, who swept her off her feet. They shared a beautiful life together for over sixty years. She adored her children, grand children, and great-grandchildren. She had an amazing love for animals, most especially her beloved dogs. She loved to dance, sing, and had a passion for beautiful flowers, cooking, and her country. She loved dressing for every occasion and was always recognized for her ageless beauty, fashionable style, and gracefulness. She had a funny quick wit and was known for her cute clichés, known better as "Ginny-isms". She was a lifetime member of Red Star Baptist, VFW Auxiliary #3838, Southeast Missouri District Fair Association Committee, Cape Girardeau County Election Committee, and Auxiliary Elks Lodge 639. Survivors include daughter, Patricia (Rocky) Prasse of Chesterfield, Missouri; daughter-in-law, Linda McKinnis of Cape Girardeau; three grandchildren, Ryan Prasse of St. Louis, Missouri, Jessica (Rob) Prasse of Chesterfield, Missouri, Dustin McKinnis of Cape Girardeau; two great-grandchildren, Tyler Prasse of Chesterfield, Missouri, Kayla Prasse of Chesterfield, Missouri; two sister-in-laws, Sharon McKinnis of St. Louis, Missouri, Alice McKinnis of Imperial, Missouri; and nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband; son, Michael McKinnis; grandchild, Brett Prasse; parents; brothers, Bill Hartle and Norman Hartle; and two sisters, Jean Hardy, Evelyn Bond. Visitation will be Friday, October 14, 2022 at Ford & Sons Mt. Auburn Chapel from 10:00-12:00 noon. Memorial service will follow at 12:00 noon at the funeral home with Rev. Donny Ford officiating. Memorial contributions may be given to St. Jude's Research Hospital. The family would like to thank St. Francis Hospice. Online condolences may be made at www.fordandsonsfuneralhome.com. Ford & Sons Funeral Home - Mt. Auburn is in charge of arrangements.

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Geneva Doris McKinnis

June 22, 1927 - October 9, 2022