Gere Lefevers Arrington

A gifted homemaker, Gere expressed care in the everyday ways through cooking and baking that gathered others in, and through the quiet diligence of sewing, crafting, and gardening. Music also threaded through her life: she sang, and she played the piano, offering her time and talent with a gracious spirit. Gere also built a meaningful career in the insurance industry, work she valued and approached with reliability and pride. Recognized as secretary of the year, she carried herself with professionalism and a strong sense of responsibility. Yet even with that dedication, her family remained her first priority, and she was known as the family historian, preserving memories and honoring the stories that shaped those she loved. Her faith was central throughout her life. A faithful member of the Garden Lakes Baptist Church, Gere spoke openly about her love of Jesus, reflecting a life grounded in conviction and reverence.

Gere was preceded in death by her husband of 54 years, Herschel Homer Arrington, her daughter Marcy Arrington Van Kleef, her parents Zegie and Mamie Lefevers her brother Harvey Lefevers, her sisters Kathryn Ellis, Marie King, Barbara Arrington, Wanda Giles.

Gere is survived by her daughter Zegie (Chris) Hilliard of Cave Spring, her son-in-law Will Van Kleef. Her sister Doty May. Her brothers-in-law Bobby (June) Arrington, Steve Arrington, Donnie (Lynne) Arrington Five grandchildren, Mitchell (Ansley) Scoggins, Molly (Peter) Clance and Emily Van Kleef, Jeremy (Kelsey) Hilliard, Kylie (Matt) Bryan. Great grandchildren Mitchell and Maddox Scoggins, Case, Mary Katheryn, Banks Hilliard. Her honorary sister Bernice Swann. As well as many nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be conducted Sunday, October 25th, 2026 at 3:30 P.M. in the Garden Lakes Baptist Church with Dr. DeWayne New and Dr. Jeffery Howard officiating. Interment will follow in the Polk Memory Garden in Cedartown, GA.

The family will receive friends Sunday afternoon, October 25th, 2026 from 2 P.M. until 3:30 P.M. in Garden Lakes Baptist Church.

The following gentlemen will be serving as pallbearers: Jeff Arrington, Scott Arrington, Brian Arrington, Brent Arrington, Kevin Ellis and Freddie Giles.

Flowers will be accepted or memorial contributions may be made to Garden Lakes Baptist Church. https://gardenlakes.tithelysetup2.com/give

Daniel’s Funeral Home is honored to serve the Arrington family.