Genevieve Howatt, 76, of Maida, ND passed away April 6, 2008 at the Masonic Home of Bloomington, MN.

Genevieve Mayer was born December 31, 1931 to Joseph and Mary (Bina) Mayer at their farm near Lankin, ND. She grew up in the Lankin area and attended school in Michigan, ND where she graduated from High School. Genevieve met and began dating Lyle Howatt while they were both living in Milwaulkee, WI. They were married on June 10, 1954 at St. Peter Paul Church of Bechyne in rural Lankin, ND. They made their home on the Howatt family farm before establishing their own in the Maida, ND area. They farmed, raised Charlais Cattle and reared their family there. She was a member of the Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Catholic Church where she was active in the Altar Society. She was also a member of the American Legion Auxiliary, and the West Hope Homemakers Club. She worked for Hartley School buses for many years and thoroughly enjoyed the children. She was later employed by the Langdon Public School as their head cook.

She is survived by her husband Lyle, children: Dennis of Langdon, ND; Dean Howatt of Anchorage, AK; Joan (Todd) Nowek of Edina, MN ; Cathy (Terry) Metzger of Langdon, grandson Shannon Metzger and his daughter Jessi, grandson William (Cami) along with their children Kaitlyn and Kolton, granddaughter Erika (Ben) Parker and their daughters Elise and Richelle. She is also survived by her brothers and sisters: Thomas (Dorothy) Mayer of Stetsonville, WI; Joseph (Loretta) Mayer of St. John, MN; Gus (Mayer (Dorothy Johnson) of Michigan, ND; Marion (Laverne) Linnell of Killdeer, ND; sister-in-law Marion Mayer of Grand Forks, ND and numerous nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents, brothers and sisters: Richard, Gorden, Robert, Julius, Donald and Catherine.

VISITATION will take place on Wednesday April 9, 2008 starting at 4 with a 7pm prayer service all at the Brooks Funeral Home of Langdon, ND. Visitation will also take place for one hour before the time of the services at the church on Thursday.

SERVICES Thursday April 10, 2008 at 2:00pm at the Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Catholic Church of Mt. Carmel, ND

Condolences:

I am so sorry to hear of your Mom's passing. Aunt Jen was a good friend to Mom and Dad and will always bring pleasant memories to mind when I think of her.
God Bless you all and may he help you all through this most difficult time.
All my Love to the you all.

Lori

Joan, Todd, and family
We were very sorry to hear about the passing of your mother. Joan, you have been so good to your mom, and I know you will miss her very much. We're thinking of you and keeping you in our prayers.

God bless you all - Sharon and Jack

While we are miles away in San Diego, our presence is close to Gen and her family. Always on our mind is Gen's hearty laughter, her strong spirit, and the memories of so many wonderful times over the past 50 years. Gen was always so kind and caring to me growing up - sending me care boxes of her famous 'Mocha Bars' until recently and much, much more . . . . Gen passed with flying colors the 'true test' of friendship with the strength, support and qualities she brought to a lifelong friendship with my mother. Our thoughts today are with her family and friends. We miss you Gen.

Tami Ridley & Edla Hoffert, San Diego