Jennie Etta

Piazza

Mrs. Jennie Etta Piazza, age 91, and a resident of Dresden, passed away on Monday, November 09, 2026, at Hillview Senior Living Center in Dresden. She was born on May 3, 1935, in Genesee, MI, to the late Frederick Thomas Keely and Ruby Avesta Holbrook Keely.

Jennie was a devoted member of New Life PCG in Gleason, TN, and she retired after 30 years as a Machine Operator and Inspector at General Motors, earning the respect and admiration of her colleagues for her dedication and work ethic. Jennie cherished her church, enjoyed bowling, and performing as Pepper the Clown. She was also known for her generosity, compassionate spirit, and infectious laughter, leaving a lasting impression on everyone who knew her.

Jennie is survived by her daughter, Connie (Tom) Beck of Flint, MI; her greatest caregivers, Pastor Steve and Neoma Turner of Dresden, TN; three grandchildren, Angie Cummins of Grand Rapids, MI, Heather Morrish of Flint, MI, and Tom "Tommy" Beck Jr. of Flint, MI; five great-grandchildren, Brian Cummins, Brittany Seaton, Bre Seaton, Brandon Seaton, and Sunni Savone; eight great great-grandchildren; two nieces, Patty (Paul) Bone and Mindy Kelley.

In addition to her parents, Mrs. Piazza is preceded in death by her husband, Emanual "Manny" Piazza.

Memorial services will be held in Flint, MI at a later date.

Murphy Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.