Jeannene Farrow Caesar, affectionately known as "Mama Nene", was born on October 6, 1943 in Winston-Salem, NC to the late Lelia and James Henry Farrow. She was educated in the local public schools and was a graduate of Winston-Salem State University. While a student there, she was lead soloist for the college choir under the direction of Dr. James A. Dillard. Singing was her gift. Jeannene was a teacher at Bolton Elementary School for 35 years before retiring. Where she received the designation of Master Teacher. "Mama Nene", a veteran third grade teacher, was voted Teacher of the Year for the 1998-99 school year. She believed that all children are a gift and as a teacher it is a responsibility to help shape the future by teaching the children not only academics but character and self-worth."Mama Nene" accepted Jesus Christ at an early age and was a faithful and active member of St. Paul United Methodist Church. She was also a former member of United Metropolitan Baptist Church. Jeannene had a true love for singing and shared her gift as a member and soloist of the Contemporary Gospel Choir. Jeannene was called home on Monday, January 18, 2021 but the mark that she left on everyone as a mother, sister, wife and friend will live forever. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her sister, Sandra Havner. Mama Nene is survived by her husband of 57 years, Bruce; two sons: Eric (Courtney) Caesar and Kevin (Ronita) Caesar; nine grandchildren: English, Kevin, Khalil, Jibril, Christopher, Brittany, Tre'Von, Kiyah and Gabrielle; five great grandchildren; four brothers: James L. Farrow, Sr., William (Marilyn) Farrow of New Haven, CT, Roosevelt (Lauretta) Havner of Greensboro, NC and Kenneth (Veta) Havner of Blythewood, SC; a devoted cousin, Dolores Hawkins; a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and many friends.

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