Jean Jacqueline Gendreau

Jean Jacqueline Gendreau, age 84, of Union Township formerly of St. Martin, Ohio passed June 16, 2016 at the Hospice of Cincinnati in Blue Ash. She was born August 13, 1931, in Lynchburg, Ohio the daughter of Dr. John and Ruth McMillan Anderson. On June 9, 1955 she married Bernard A. Gendreau PhD, who preceded her in death on March 31, 2004. Jean is the loving mother of Tom (Tanya) Gendreau, Elizabeth (Don) Maxwell, Mimi (Eric Noyes) Gendreau, Pierre Gendreau, Andre` Gendreau and Emilie (Russell) Burdette, grandmother of Alexandra, Zachary, Megan, Drew, Luc, Evan, Ava, Alec, Marc, Sarah, Tess, Olivia, Clayton, Ben and great grandmother of Memphis, dear sister of the late Jon Morgan and late Michael Anderson, beloved sister-in-law of Gloria Schillinger Impagliazzo and numerous nephews and nieces. Jean had a long, dedicated career with Good Samaritan Hospital and College of Nursing in various roles including staff nurse, nursing supervisor and faculty member of the College of Nursing for over 50 years. She was so loved and touched so many lives of her students, patients, colleagues, friends and family. Her lasting impact on others will continue for many years to come. She gave all of herself to others. Her devotion and love to her husband, children and grandchildren will forever be a gift. Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:30 AM Wednesday, June 22nd at St. Andrew Church, 552 Main St., Milford 45150 with visitation from 4 to 8 PM Tuesday at Evans Funeral Home in Milford.In lieu of flowers, her family requests memorials to Good Samaritan College of Nursing, 375 Dixmyth Ave. Cincinnati 45220.


Jean Gendreau is remembered as a woman of compassion and fervent spirit.

In various roles, Jean dedicated herself as a nurse to Good Samaritan Hospital and its College of Nursing for over 50 years. Through this, she impacted the field of nursing in more ways than can be imagined. As a nurse educator, Jean taught her students to venerate the dignity and significance of life. She was an effective communicator who always felt comfortable vocalizing her opinions. Prior to the end of her career she was named Professor Emeritus at the college. Even after retirement, she still was involved in the nursing community and became an Honorable Alumni of Good Samaritan College.

Jean's legacy in education didn't end with her retirement - she continued to teach those she loved about the importance of family, love, and compassion. The precious romance she shared with her husband was visible to all in her life. Together they shared in the joys of raising their six beloved children, who will now carry on the spirit and memories of their mother in their hearts.

Jean impacted the world in more ways than can ever be known. What is certain, however, is that her colleagues, friends, and family cherished the moments spent with her. She will be deeply missed.

"Peace and Love"

Written by Olivia Burdette
Her loving granddaughter