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Geraldine Lynch Obituary

Lynch, Geraldine F. RENSSELAER Geraldine F. (Rusk) Lynch, 61, formerly of Fourth Ave., died Wednesday, October 24, 2007 at Rosewood Gardens Nursing home. Born in Albany, she lived in the Capital District her whole life. Geraldine worked as a office clerk for Upstate Neurology for 5 to 6 years. Predeceased by her parents, Albert and Margaret Morgan Rusk and brother, Albert Rusk. Survivors include two daughters, Brenda L. (Kenneth D. Jr.) MacDonald of Rensselaer and Kelly (Rick J.) Brennan of S.C.; four sisters, Peg ( Bruce) VanDyk of West Sand Lake, Carolyn Rusk of Rensselaer, Susan (Timothy) Sullivan of East Greenbush, Joanne Greene of Schenectady; two grandchildren, Ryan Hall and Sean MacDonald. Relatives and friends are invited to calling hours Saturday from 1-4 p.m. at the Rockefeller Funeral Home, 165 Columbia Tpk., Rensselaer. Interment will be in Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. There will be no funeral service. Contributions may be made to American Diabetes, 7 Washington Square, Albany, NY 12205 or American Cancer Society, 260 Osbourne Rd., Loudonville, NY 12211.

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Published by Albany Times Union from Oct. 25 to Oct. 26, 2007.

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Julie Bink

October 27, 2007

Brenda and Family:
Please accept my most sincere condolences in the passing of your Mom. I truly know how hard it is to lose a parent but may you take comfort knowing that she is free from pain and is now guiding
you and your family by the by the special qualities that she instilled in all of you that you now carry deep in your hearts. Please know how much others truly care and I will keep you and your family in my thoughts and prayers in these coming days.

Sandra Collins

October 26, 2007

Sorry to hear of Geri's passing. I remember her from school and from playing softball in Rensselaer. Condolences to you all.
Sandy (Sanchez) Collins

Susan Falkouski

October 26, 2007

To the children of Geraldine, I express my sincere sympathies in the loss of your mother. We had some good times in the past. I will keep you all in my prayers. sincerely Susan

Kevin & Mary Wheeler

October 26, 2007

Brenda and Family

You are in our hearts.
Stay strong, time will heal.
Love Mom & Kevin

Theresa Benvenuti

October 26, 2007

I was shocked when I saw this in the paper. My prayers go out to all of you at this tough time. I will remember her with a smile..

Nichole Rockenstire

October 26, 2007

My thoughts and prayers are with the family. I was one of the aides that took care of her. I will miss you Dinie. There were other aides and nurses that will miss her very much.

Michele Belak

October 25, 2007

I had the pleasure of working with Geri at Upstate Neurology. I thought about her a lot today-especially when we were all trying to get on-line to sign her guest book. I know she was up there wanting to give us a hard time for making a big deal over her. She was probably saying "Get back to work you fools!" We all felt a huge void after she left Upstate. She was always so quick with the best timed one liners-an absolute roit! She was such a hard worker and you could always count on her to be honest (sometimes brutally-but that was one of the many reasons why we all loved her so much!) You always knew where you stood with Geri! I loved hearing her tell stories about her grandsons-she talked about them all the time and was so proud of them. Geri was a great person to know and her passing surely leaves a void in this world. My prayers go out to her daughters, sisters, and especially her grandsons-whom she absolutely adored.

Kathy Mahar Flansburg

October 25, 2007

Kelly,
I was reading the newspaper this morning and saw your mom passed away. I was stunned when I read her death notice. I am so sorry. I had met her at the Family Dollar a couple of months ago and we had a really nice long and interesting converstion. We had to move each time someone wanted to get past us in the aisle. Your mom was a great caring woman. I feel so bad. I don't even remember the last time I saw you or Ryan; it has been so long.
You and your family are in my thoughts, heart and prayers.
With deepest sympathy.
Love,

Fran Hughes

October 25, 2007

I am sorry to hear about Geri. She had a great sense of humor even when she was so sick. I'll miss her and she is in my thoughts and prayers. God bless her family.

Renae Burnham

October 25, 2007

Kelly and Brenda

I'm sorry to hear about your mom. My thoughts and prayers are with you both.

Renae Burnham

Jamie Hill

October 25, 2007

Kelly, I'm so sad to hear your mom passed away. It's been years since I last talked to you. I will keep you and your sister in my prayers.

Nancy Wittemer

October 25, 2007

Dear Peg,
I was so sad to hear about your sister passing away. My prayers are with you and your family. God bless you all.

Nancy Wittemer

Georgia Callahan

October 25, 2007

Peg and family,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I know how upset you have been this past year. Just know she is at peace now. May you find comfort at this time with family and friends. With deepest sympathy,
Georgia

Lisa Seneres

October 25, 2007

As a former co-worker of Geri's at Upstate Neurology, I will always remember her wonderful sense of humor. Her friendship and her smile will stay with me forever.

Anna Brennan (red shirts)

October 25, 2007

Only time will heal your pain, just remember the good memories you will always have!

William Henderson

October 25, 2007

On behalf of the employees and physicians of Upstate Neurology Consultants, we send our deepest sympathy to the family of our former co-worker. Geri was diligent and hard-working and she benefited all of us and the patients we serve.

Emily Houck

October 25, 2007

Peggy, Sorry to hear about your sister. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Your friend, Emily (Grumm) Houck

Kristine Foster

October 25, 2007

Peg, I wish to express my deepest sympathy to you on the loss of your sister. I also wish to extend my sympathy to the rest of her family on her loss. May God give each of you the strength to over come this and may you hold the fond memories that you had with her within your hearts. Sincerely, Krissy Foster

JANE Livingston

October 25, 2007

No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. Our deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.

Kathy McGuire

October 25, 2007

Dear Carolyn, & Family,
Sorry to hear of your loss.
I'll keep you all in my prayers

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