Elizabeth Jean Downing (Jeannie)
Born January 4, 1955, and passed away on May 24, 2020 in Franklin, Tennessee.
Jeannie was preceded in death by her parents, DC and Doris Downing. She is survived by a brother, Robert Downing (Jeannie) and nephews Anthony Downing (Melissa) Eric Downing (Elizabeth) Brett Downing (Regina) and niece Caitlin Hawley (Brett).
She grew up in Florence, Alabama and was a graduate of Coffee High School, University of North Alabama, and Davidson Paralegal Institute. Previous employment included the Government Services Administration, Dynatax Corporation, and Lauderdale County Sheriff's Department.
Jeannie was an animal lover of the strongest magnitude and supported the local animal shelters. She was also a huge sports fan and pulled for Alabama football and the Tennessee Titans. She was a loving sister who supported the underprivileged and economically disadvantaged.
Burial is in Greenview Cemetery on May 7, 2021 at 3 p.m. Donations may be made in memory of Jeannie to your local animal shelter.
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