Juanita Kennedy, age 79, passed away Friday, February 25, 2022. She was preceded in death by her parents, John Miller and Dovie Vera Garvin; sons, James Thomas Cole and Donald Ray Cole; and brother, Charles Garvin.

She is survived by her children, Michelle Garrett and Robert Cole; grandchildren, Amber, Amanda, Angela, Kaitlin, James Thomas Jr., Jessica, Jamie, Shaun, Brandy, Dana, Juanita, Steven, and Katherine; thirty three great grandchildren; five great great grandchildren; sibilings, Earl Garvin, Ronnie Garvin, Judy Odom, and Jerry Garvin; the father of her children, Billy Steve Cole; and many nieces, nephews, family and friends.

Juanita was a loving mother, Granny, Nana, sister, aunt and friend to all. She had a big heart and a gypsy soul. She brought joy and comfort to all who knew her.

Visitation with the family will be Tuesday, March 1, 2022 from 4:00-7:00 PM with a funeral service beginning at 7:00 PM at Woodfin Chapel Smyrna.