Eva “Jeanette” Harding

Petty

Eva “Jeanette” Harding Petty, 91, of Spartanburg, South Carolina, passed away on Thursday, November 12, 2026. Known lovingly as “Grandmother” to all who loved her, she leaves behind a legacy of devotion, laughter, and warmth that will be cherished by her family and friends for generations.

Born on August 22, 1935, in Wylliesburg, Virginia, she was the daughter of the late Jennie Alexander Woodson and James “Willie” Martin. She graduated from Manchester High School in Richmond, Virginia, and went on to work for the Department of Revenue in Richmond for many years. “Miss Jeanette” later became the owner of Kiddie Wonderland Kindergarten and Day Care Center, where she lovingly cared for many children and cherished her employees. She was a member of the Order of the Eastern Star and a true example of a Southern lady, devoted wife, loving mother, and homemaker who set an excellent example for her children and all who knew her.

Grandmother will be remembered for her dedication to her family and her fun-loving ways. She delighted in having a full house during the holidays, surrounded by family, friends, good food, and her famous “Pickle Tray,” without which no holiday was complete. Christmas will always be especially memorable because of her family's karaoke rendition of “The Twelve Days of Christmas,” during which she always insisted on singing “Five Golden Rings.”

Her grandchildren and great-grandchildren will forever treasure memories of her playing with them, rocking them to sleep, and wearing her turkey hat at Thanksgiving. Through her caring, fun-loving manner and thoughtful gag gifts, she made everyone feel loved and special.

She is survived by her loving and devoted husband of 8 years, J.K. Petty; her children: Debbie Beech (Darrell), Sherry Collins (Wes), Todd Harding (Donette), and Mary Raven (David); her grandchildren: Andrea Beech, Adam Beech (Sara), Spencer Collins (Melody), Meredith Andrews (Nick), Drew Harding, Alayna Harding, Chris Casey (Taylor), Jake Casey, Claudia Casey, and Josh Raven; and her great-grandchildren: Avery, Janie, and Walker Beech, Colton and Grayson Andrews, Sevan Terpack (Mikaela), and Franklin Casey. She is also survived by extended family members, Teresa Dill (Greg) and Kevin Sprouse (Leslie), Monica Wilkerson and along with countless other loved ones.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her first husband of 55 years, Fred Harding; and her brothers, J.D. Martin, Joe Martin, and David “Butch” Martin. Her dear friends, Raymond and Betty Jean Elliott.

She was a member of Chesnee United Methodist Church and a former member of Cudd Memorial Baptist Church, where she found peace in serving her Lord and Savior and great joy in helping others in their time of need.

A Celebration of Life will be held on Wednesday, November 18, 2026, at 1:00 PM at Floyd's Boiling Springs Chapel, 4161 Highway 9, Boiling Springs, SC 29316. The family will receive friends prior to the service, beginning at 12:00 PM. A private family interment will follow at Boiling Springs Memorial Gardens.

The family extends their heartfelt appreciation to White Oak Manor of North Grove and Hospice House of Spartanburg for the exceptional care and love Grandmother received. They are also grateful for the many expressions of love, thoughts, prayers, and support from friends during this time.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Hospice House of Spartanburg.

May God's blessings be extended to each and every one of you.