It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Jeanette Marie Calloway, a beloved mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister, and friend, who departed this life on Monday, October 5, 2026, just shy of her 87th birthday. Born on November 5, 1939, in Mardela Springs, MD, she was a daughter of the late Humphrey Levin Wilson and Florence Kenney Wilson.

Jeanette lived a full and vibrant life, deeply rooted in her community and devoted to her family.Jeanette graduated from Mardela High School with the Class of 1957. After high school she began working on the family farm with her husband. She dedicated over 60 years to her work as a farmer at Calloway Brothers Farm. Around 1960, Jeanette started growing chickens for Perdue. She held the award for the longest growing chicken farm with Perdue to current date. Jeanette also served as a school bus driver for Wicomico County Public Schools, influencing and caring for generations of children.A long-time and active member of Mt. Pleasant Church in Athol and the Wicomico County Farm Bureau, Jeanette was known for her unwavering support of her community. 

Her greatest joys in life included her beloved husband, Billy, whom she met at the tender age of 13. They were married for 59 wonderful years. Jeanette cherished her family, particularly her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Many folks in the Mardela Springs community called her Mom Mom, as she cared for so many as if they were family. She loved preparing meals for all of her family and baking. She was a devoted fan of the Baltimore Orioles and enjoyed watching games throughout the season.

Jeanette is survived by her daughter, Nancy Pope and husband, Craig; her grandchildren, April Shiles (Kory), William Calloway III (Cheryl), David Calloway Jr. (Nikki), Jennifer Burns (Mitch), Dustin Calloway (Whitney), Tyler Calloway, Codi Calloway, William Pope (Chelsie), Shawn Pope (Wren), Samantha Pope (Josh), and Dylan Calloway (Taylor); great grandchildren, Kayden, Kellen, Davie, Riley, Shelby, Drew, David, Juliette, Kayson, Huntleigh, Billie, Marley, Hayden, Jonah, Dutton, Harlow; her sisters, Peggy Hills (Jimmy), Jo Ann Williams, and Linda Whitelock; her brother-in-law, Edward Calloway (Judy); and daughter-in-law, Denise Calloway.

She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, William "Billy" T. Calloway, Sr.; sons, William Thomas "Tommy" Calloway, Jr., David A. Calloway, and Clayton S. Calloway; and brothers-in-law, Mickey Whitelock and Richard Williams.

A visitation for family and friends will be held on Monday, October 12, 2026, from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 at Short Funeral Home in Delmar and on Tuesday, October 13, 2026, from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00, followed by a funeral service which begins at 12:00 noon. Interment will follow at Mardela Memorial Cemetery.

The family requests that donations be made in Jeanette's memory to the Mt. Pleasant Church, c/o Sandra Saulsbury, 9165 Athol Road, Mardela Springs, MD 21837.

Jeanette Calloway will be dearly missed, leaving a legacy of love, hard work, and community spirit that will continue to inspire all who knew her.

Arrangements are in the care of Short Funeral Home of Delmar.