Genevala Moseley Obituary (1930

Obituary for Genevela Moseley Genevela, born in Bertram, Texas, on May 7th, 1930, spent her childhood in San Antonio, growing up on Essex Street. Born to Percy and Ruby Getchell, she was the oldest of the five Getchell girls. Her father worked hard securing her enrollment in the newly opened San Antonio Vocational & Technical School (Fox Tech). She gained certifications in shorthand, typing, and secretarial skills. Genevela's life was forever changed when she visited the neighborhood Nazarene Church sharing a hymnal with a dashing young airman, Yack Moseley. Upon Yack's return from 50 bombing missions over Korea, they married in 1952. She was a vital partner in Yack's academic career, taking them to Texas A&M, Oklahoma State, New Mexico State, Haile Selassie I College of Agriculture (Ethiopia), and Sam Houston State. They settled in Huntsville, Texas, in 1973, where she served 22 years as Executive Secretary for Trinity River Authority. Her retirement years were dedicated to traveling with her family, Work and Witness missions, teaching Sunday School, and Astros baseball. Genevela and Yack celebrated 57 years of marriage before his passing in 2009. Genevela loved people, especially youngsters. As she was turning 90, Genevela volunteered as a second-grade reading mentor at HISD. She was blessed to have her granddaughter, Ryannah, live with her, even helping Ryannah learn to drive. Grandchildren's graduations were always special. News of grandchild Andrew's arrival and her first great-grandchild, Ruth, added extra sparkle to her eyes. Genevela's green thumb was legendary, taking in orphaned plants and springing them to life. Holidays in her home were always festive with home-cooked meals, Mexican train, international students, and lots of laughter. Huntsville First Church of the Nazarene was a special calling, serving in various roles as Sunday School teacher, Treasurer, Secretary, and Board Member. Every time the doors were open, including Wednesdays, Genevela faithfully drove herself to attend. Nazarene Missions International commended her lifetime commitment by giving her the Distinguished Service Award. Genevela loved the Lord, living by example, pointing the way to abundant life through Christ Jesus. One of her favorite verses guided a life well-lived, "Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways acknowledge Him, and He will direct your path." Proverbs 3:5-6. Genevela passed away on August 11th, 2021, with her family and pastor by her side. She is survived by Jeff and Jackie Moseley (Austin, Texas), John and Ariel Moseley (Half Moon Bay, California), Brenda and Justin Christopher (Austin, Texas), Scott and Amie Moseley (Cebu, Philippines), and grandchildren: Hank Moseley, Joi Moseley, Evelyn Moseley France, Jenni Moseley, Ryannah Moseley, Hampton Moseley, Andrew Moseley, and great-granddaughter, Ruth Beverly France. Genevela will lie in state on Thursday, August 19,2021 at Sam Houston Memorial Funeral Home from 8:00am - 4:00pm. A funeral service will be held on Friday, August 20, 2021 at Sam Houston Memorial Funeral Home in Huntsville, TX at 10:00 am. She will be laid to rest at Pearl Cemetery. Memorial condolences to the family may be made at www.shmfh.com. In lieu of flowers, please honor Genevela's commitment to youth, by donating to Huntsville Nazarene Church Youth Ministry, 3707 State Highway 30 W, Huntsville, TX 77340. At the families request, everyone in attendance must wear a mask. This TribuCast link will be active 15 minutes prior to service time: Pin: Gipfy-fZOuY https://client.tribucast.com/tcid/8109878754