Edith Marie Gainor

Edith Marie Gainor, born on April 16, 1941, in Stoney Bottom, West Virginia, peacefully passed away on November 14, 2024, at her home. She was a devoted and generous individual, whose strong will and warm-hearted nature made her the rock of her family and endeared her to all who knew her. Edith held an associate’s degree in accounting and dedicated her career to secretarial work for the government and U.S. Army before serving as an accountant at Dal Tile in Lewisport and at Kaminski Electric in Owensboro. Outside of her professional life, Edith was passionate about cooking, with a particular fondness for baking bread and rolls, as well as canning fruits and vegetables and making jelly. An ardent lover of animals, she had a special place in her heart for pugs, bringing warmth and happiness into her home. Her generous spirit and old-fashioned values reflected in every aspect of her life. Edith was known for her strong faith and love for God, which guided her through life's challenges and shaped her character.

Edith is preceded in death by her parents, Archibald J. Dilley and Lurlie Mae Curry, and siblings, Jonas, Jay, Sherman, Lenore, and Audrey. 

Those left to cherish her memory include her husband of 66 years, John Charles Gainor Sr.; children, John C. Gainor Jr. (Debbie Stelmach), Timothy Allen Gainor, Thomas Michael Gainor (Melissa), and Michelle Marie Gainor (Melody); grandchildren, Amanda Leigh Underhill (Matthew), Junior Lee Sheroan (Kayla), Christopher Michael Charles, Shaun McKenzie (Wanda), Michael Peters (Mischell), and Tabatha Peters; and great-grandchild, Madison Grace Gainor. 

The funeral service for Edith will be 12 PM Saturday, November 23, at Glenn Funeral Home and Crematory. Visitation will be Friday, from 4 PM until 7 PM and Saturday 11 AM until time of service at the funeral home. Entombment will follow at Rosehill Cemetery. 

Memories and condolences may be offered online at www.glenncares.com