Ginnie Mae Egger Greenway

Ginnie Mae Egger Greenway passed away peacefully after a strong battle with lung cancer on February 12, 2024, in Cumming, Georgia. She was 50 years old.

Ginnie was born on November 6, 1973, in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. She received her education from Sgt. Bluff-Luton Elementary School in Sgt. Bluff, Iowa, Eastside Elementary School, Middle School and Walton High School in Marietta, Georgia. She furthered her education at Auburn University in Auburn, Alabama and The Art Institute of Atlanta inAtlanta, Georgia.

Ginnie is survived by her husband, Lamar Greenway of Cumming, Georgia; son, Carson Dover of Dillon, Colorado; daughter, Ashlyn Dover of Atlanta, Georgia; son, Davis Dover of Cumming, GA; her parents, Carol and Greg Egger of Alpharetta, Georgia; sisters, Tish  Tomsik(husband Todd) of Peachtree Corners, Georgia, and Alyssa Gedeon (husband David) of Naples, Florida; her grandmother, Helen Reardon of Cedar Rapids, Iowa, as well as many aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews.

Ginnie was a devoted spouse to Lamar Greenway, a cherished parent to her three children, a loving mom to her many pets, a passionate antique enthusiast, and an avid gardener.Ginnie leaves behind a legacy of craftsmanship, having spent a fulfilling career refinishing antiques and selling her work at Queen of Hearts Antiques & Interiors in Alpharetta, Georgia.

Ginnie’s passion for antique furniture resonated in the beauty of their new family home that she helped design. She could be found many nights, after others had gone to sleep, working on her antique projects. She knew her youngest, Davis, who lived nearby, was always ready to lend a helping hand. Her business will continue to thrive as it is passed to her dear children, Carson, Ashlyn and Davis.

Ginnie’s dream was to have all three of her adult children reside on the same street next door to her and Lamar. Together they completed two homes for the children, with Davis, employed by Lamar at Greenway Construction, Inc., being the first to move in. His close presence brought joy to Ginnie’s life, making her days brighter. In her final months, Davis stayed close and offered unwavering support, from fixing the TV remote so she could watch her cherished HGTV moments, to helping around the house. Ashlyn and Carson also spent countless hours by her side, sharing memories and offering comfort.

Ginnie had a passion for shade trees, flowers, and plants. She nurtured a banana tree with dedication, tending to it for several fruitful years. Her fondness for shade trees was evident, as they provided solace and beauty in her world. Each year, birds found refuge in her flourishing ferns.

Known for her affinity for unique and repurposed items, Ginniecreated places and spaces to be admired. In the last few years of her life’s journey, she was content to be at home with the steadfast love of her life, Lamar, her three little dogs, and her kitty, ‘Mama Cat’.

Ginnie’s legacy lives on in the treasures she leaves behind, but most importantly, in the love for her husband and children whom she cherished and admired deeply. We love you, Ginnie Mae and we will miss you until we meet again.

A Celebration of Life for Ginnie will be held in the spring and for friends and family. The Ingram Funeral Home and Crematory in Cumming, Georgia handled the cremation.

In lieu of flowers, expressions of sympathy can be made to the Humane Society-Forsyth County (forsythhumane.org), The Atlanta Botanical Gardens (atlantabg.org), or The Arbor Day Foundation (arborday.org) in memory of Ginnie Mae Egger Greenway.