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Mary Geraghty Obituary

GERAGHTY, MARY ANN, 83, died peacefully at home on December 10, 2012.

She was preceded in death by her loving husband, George Anthony Geraghty, Sr., and caring son, Thomas Geraghty.

She was a devout Catholic and shining example of love, sacrifice, and perseverance. She lived a life in service through her volunteer work with St. Anthony's Auxiliary and in her chosen career as a home health care worker for Elder Care Solutions. She had 19 grandchildren; and 12 great-grandchildren, who always brought a smile to her face. She will always be remembered as the cherished mother of ten, Donna Armstrong, George Geraghty, Jr.(Carmel), Kathleen Geraghty, Karen Matta(Robert), Patti Geraghty, John Geraghty, Melissa Renfrow, Brian Geraghty(Victoria), and Dawn Hershberger(Dennis). She is also survived by her brother, Frank Meiners(Pat); and sister, Imelda Shadowen.

Funeral Mass will be 10 a.m. Saturday, December 15, 2012 at St. Brigid Catholic Church, 1520 Hepburn Avenue, with interment in St. Michael's Cemetery. Visitation will be 2-8 p.m. Friday, December 14, 2012 at O.D. White & Sons Funeral Home.

Memorial contributions can be made to St. Labre Indian School, P.O. Box 216 Ashland, MT, 59003 or online at http://www.stlabre.org, or to Susan G. Komen for the Cure.

Published by Courier-Journal on Dec. 11, 2012.
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I miss you more with each passing day.I loved you more than any son could ever love a Mother.I will always have you in my heart.I'm sure you're in Heaven but your memory will still live on through all of your children and friends lives on earth that you so lovingly cared for.When I think of you I only think of beautiful things ,like flowers,stars and sunshine.I love you Mom...always have....always will...I look forward to being with You and Dad,Tommy and Karen again....Please pray and watch over our family.Love you forever Brian

Brian Geraghty

November 16, 2014

As kids, whenever we came to visit grandma we always got invited by Aunt Mary Ann and Uncle Tony to visit. Your mom and dad always treated us so nicely even the time I blew up my hand in their kitchen. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.

Mike& Karen STEFFANI

December 25, 2012

Mary Geraghty was the very best caregiver ever to work for Elder Care Solutions. Her loving ways, her level head, and her willingness to always go that extra mile will certainly earn her a place at the right hand of God. So very sorry for your loss. She was a gift to the world.

Merrily Orsini

December 15, 2012

To the Geraghty family, Your mom was a delight in the lives of the Meiners. Aunt Mary Ann's radiant personality shone through tough times and joyous journeys. She was always there for us with a helping hand, a quick laugh, and strong support for her big brother Mel. Love to all of you.

Terry Meiners

December 14, 2012

I am so sorry for your loss. It has been a very long time but I remember her being a great lady. It is very hard losing a mother. Prayers for all of you!

Cathy Worland Lauersdorf

December 14, 2012

My deepest sympathy. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Sharon Lovell

December 13, 2012

Mammy Cakes, I know it took us a while to bond, but my life is so much richer since we did. You were a blessing to me. You were there for me twice when I desperately needed you to fill in for my own mother. The comfort and strength you gave to me continue to inspire me. You raised a loving, caring son. He is a living testament to you and all that you were. Thanks to you, I have the perfect role model to be a good mother. So don't you worry. I promise I will continue to love him and care for him. The same for your precious "Sugar Boogar". I will give them both my all. Thank you for sharing your life and making me a part of your family. Thank you for the love and the precious memories. I miss you desperately. If you can, please keep an eye on our girl and do what you can to protect her. Remember me to Jesus.

your loving daughter-in-law, Crabby Cakes

December 13, 2012

I LOVE YOU MOM AND MISS YOU PATTI

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My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Lynn Gollar

December 11, 2012

I loved the Loving Moving Memories - awesome. Shirley & Phil

Phil & Shirley Ferguson

December 11, 2012

My heart goes out to the family. It is so hard to lose a love one. I know it is not much comfort but she is not suffering any longer. God Bless you all!

Jo Hazelwood

December 11, 2012

I'll miss you very much Aunt Mary Ann. I remember all the family gatherings we had at our house and yours. You always made everyone feel very welcome and were always in good humor. LOVE YOU ALWAYS!!!

Joyce Thompson

December 11, 2012

Mom. I know that I certainly wasn't the best son, but I always knew that you and Dad loved all of us. As parents you taught us integrity, perseverance and love of family, friends and strangers. I never got over Dad dying. My heart and mind won't let me believe that brother Tom is no longer here. But you Mom, I know that I will never, never be able to get over you. I am truly sorry not visiting you as much as I should have. My heart was torn when two days before you died, you opened your eyes, looked into my eyes and whispered to me, "I love you."
Mom, I love you more than you ever will know.

Tony

December 11, 2012

Phil & I want to send our sincerest condolences for the sorrow everyone is going through. You're Mother was a Gem. Peace to all.

Phil & Shirley Ferguson

December 11, 2012

Though I never met Mrs. Geraghty, Tony and his father are such wonderful souls I can only imagine that she was an equal blessing to the world. My deepest sympathies to the entire Geraghty family.

Blenna Ellie Robinson

December 11, 2012

I love you mom your love will shine for an eternity and you will forever be in my heart!

December 11, 2012

To a very special lady who always had a smile on her face. Love and prayers to you and your family.

Joann Birkenmeyer

December 11, 2012

To the family of Mrs. Geraghty, I will keep you all in my prayers.
Love, Yvonne Stewart and family

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