Eugene A. Guthrie

May 7, 1937 - July 15, 2019

Eugene A. Guthrie affectionately known as “Genie” was born May 7, 1937 to Jesse M. and Mary K. Guthrie in Chicago, Illinois. Genie attended and graduated Chicago Vocational High School and would later go on to become employed by the Chicago Police Department. He was a dedicated and outstanding officer throughout his career until his retirement in 2000. Genie was a loving and devoted son and husband. He was known in the community as kind hearted and always willing to lend a helping hand. He was a friend, mentor, role model and father figure to many and will truly be missed. Genie was preceded in death by his father Jesse M. Guthrie and his wife Doris Smith Guthrie. He leaves to cherish his memory; his loving mother Mary K. Guthrie and countless family members and friends.