Genie Wicker Cupit

“And now these three remain: faith, hope and love. But the greatest of these is love.” 1 Corinthians 13:13

It is with heavy hearts, profound sadness, and immense gratitude for a life beautifully lived that the Cupit family announces the passing of their beloved matriarch, Genie Wicker Cupit, who departed this life on November 9, 2026, in Zachary, Louisiana.

Genie lived a life defined by family, unwavering faith, service to others, and an unquestionable love that she gave freely and unconditionally. To know her was to know a woman who placed the needs of others before her own and who found her greatest purpose in caring for her family, serving her church, and helping those around her.

For more than 50 years, Genie was active in the Fraternal Order of Police Ladies Auxiliary, ultimately serving as both State and National Treasurer of the organization. Throughout her working life, she served others in several roles, including as a Registered Nurse, School Bus Driver, School Crossing Guard and an employee of Sears, eventually retiring from her working careers. Her service, however, never truly ended with retirement.

Her faith was not simply something she professed; it was reflected in the way she lived. For many years, Genie volunteered as a church camp counselor. After moving to Greensburg, she quickly became an active, working member of her church. She gave generously of her time and energy wherever help was needed.

For over twenty years, Genie worked as a staff member for the Sports International Dallas Cowboy Youth Football Camp in the DFW Metroplex where her love and faith touched the lives of many young campers as well as the other staff members. She especially wanted to thank Matt Griffin of Sports International for the opportunity he provided her to serve in this role.

Family was at the very center of Genie's life. She cared for all of her grandchildren and continued serving as their driver to school, sporting events, church camps, football camps and countless other activities. Her family recognized that her God-given gift was, quite simply, serving others.

Above all, Genie shared a remarkable life with her husband, John Ellis Cupit, Jr. Their marriage endured for 69 years before his passing in 2025, a partnership built upon love, faith, family, sacrifice, and service.

Genie was preceded in death by her mother, Mary Frances Humphreys; her father, Frank Wicker; her husband, John Ellis Cupit, Jr.; her daughter, Mary Ann Cupit Burnett; and her sister, Edna Marie Wicker Green.

She is survived by her brothers, Frank Wicker (Janet), Hank Wicker (Pat), and Billy Wicker (Carolyn); and her sister, Esther Wicker.

She is also survived by her sons, John Ellis Cupit IV (Beth) and Frank Cupit (Terry), as well as her son-in-law, Jeff Burnett.

Her grandchildren are Felicia Cupit Flotte (Jeremy), Joshua Cupit (Diana), Sarah Cupit Vince (Tony), Kayla Burnett Langley (Michael), Nicholle “Nikki” Cupit (Blake), Dean Burnett (Kathy), John Ellis Cupit V (Megan), Tristian Burnett (Bre), Noah Burnett (Riley), Gabriel Burnett, and Aaron Burnett.

Her great-grandchildren include Christopher Holmes (Ryleigh), Cameron Holmes, Conlee Flotte, Ethan Cupit, Bronson Bennett, Lane Langley, Embertin Burnett, Minor Burnett, Gage McGraw, and Cort McGraw.

Her great-great-grandchildren are Levi Holmes, Layton Holmes, and Scarlett Holmes.

She is also survived by many nieces, nephews, cousins, extended family members, and friends whose lives were enriched by her faithfulness and love. We especially wanted to recognize the staff at Sports International who continuously checked on her during the year, especially the Guiterrez family (Andy, Jody, Allison and Adan), Lance Matt and Dan Brown.

Genie leaves behind a family changed forever by her example. She taught them that love is expressed through what we do for one another, that faith is demonstrated in how we live, and that the strength of a family is built on one act of kindness, sacrifice, forgiveness, and devotion at a time.

“Let all that you do be done in love.” 1 Corinthians 16:14

Those words beautifully reflect the way Genie lived. Her strength was found in her faith. Her joy was found in her family. Her purpose was found in serving others. Her legacy will be found in the generations of her family who carry forward the unconditional love she gave them.

The family thanks everyone who has offered prayers, kindness, comfort, and support during this difficult time.

Genie Wicker Cupit's life was one of extraordinary devotion to others. While her passing leaves an emptiness that cannot be filled, the faith she demonstrated, the family she nurtured, and the unquestionable love she gave so freely will remain.

Her hands served. Her faith sustained her. Her family was in her heart. And her love will endure through generations.

FUNERAL SERVICES

Visitation will be held at First Baptist Church of Greensburg from 5:00 PM until 9:00 PM on Monday, November 16, 2026, and again from 8:00 AM until the religious service at 11:00 AM on Tuesday, November 17, 2026.

The service will be conducted by Rev. Shawn Ostoj. Interment will follow at Resthaven Gardens of Memory in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.

Pallbearers will be Joshua Cupit, Ellis Cupit, Gabriel Burnett, Noah Burnett, Tristian Burnett, and Aaron Burnett. Honorary pallbearers will be Christopher Holmes, Cameron Holmes, Ethan Cupit, Gage McGraw, Cort McGraw, Bronson Bennett, and Ivy Rimes.