Charles Geer

1931 - 2013

Charles Geer obituary, 1931-2013, Shelby, OH

BORN

1931

DIED

2013

Charles Geer Obituary

Charles G. Geer

SHELBY: Charles G. Geer, age 81, resident of Shelby, died Tuesday, July 2, 2013 in MedCentral/Mansfield Hospital following a courageous seven year battle with cancer.

Born August 13, 1931 in Marysville, Ohio to Albert and Clara (Zacharias) Geer he had been a Shelby resident since 1969. A 1949 graduate of Marysville High School he received his bachelor's degree from Capital University. He was a veteran of the US Navy serving on a minesweeper during the Korean Conflict. Charles was a telecom engineer with United Telephone/Sprint retiring in 1990. After retirement, he, along with two of his sons, owned and operated CE & I for several years.

He was an active member of the First Lutheran Church where he served on the property committee for many years and sang in the choir. A member of the Shelby Masonic Lodge #350 F&AM, he was a former member of the Shelby Country Club.

Charlie enjoyed golf, bowling, fishing and gardening.

He is survived by his wife, Jeri Ann (Wiggins) Geer, whom he wed August 10, 1957; three sons, Michael (Carol) Geer of Farmington, Connecticut, Charles A. Geer of Shelby and Gregory (Julie) Geer of Shelby; three grandsons, Josh, Adam and Chris Geer; three step grandchildren, Jason (Anna) Hensley, Nicole (John) Goldbach and Charles Hensley; six step great grandchildren; one brother, Don Geer of Marysville; one sister, Betty Nicol of North Canton; nieces, nephews and other relatives.

He was preceded in death by his parents and one brother, Fred Geer.

Funeral services will be held 10:30 AM Saturday, July 6, 2013 at the First Lutheran Church in Shelby. Reverend Russel Yoak will officiate with interment in Oakland Cemetery. Friends may call at the Barkdull Funeral Home Friday from 2:00 to 4:00 and 6:00 to 8:00 PM. In lieu of flowers, memorial expressions may be made to the First Lutheran Church, 33 Broadway, Shelby, OH 44875 and MedCentral/Shelby Hospital Cancer Care, 199 W. Main St., Shelby, OH 44875.

On line condolences may be made at www.barkdullfuneralhome.com

Published by News Journal on Jul. 4, 2013.
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Charlie was just the sweetest guy. I had the honor of last seeing him at Peggy Metz' and my joint retirement party (from CenturyLink) last fall. A special condolence to Greg Geer, as well as the rest of Charlie's loved ones. He will be missed by many.

Cheri Gottfried

July 5, 2013

I had the privilege of knowing Charlie and the boys by working at United Telephone/Sprint a few years ago. Charlie was a wonderful and caring person to all. My deepest sympathy goes out to the family at this difficult time. He will truly be missed by all who knew him

Denise Rebman

July 5, 2013

So Sorry for your loss.. such a sweet and gentle man, Hard working and ready to help out. Enjoyed meeting with him when I saw him. My prayers and love to the whole family.

Christy Goldbach

July 5, 2013

Charley,s input was always welcome. Even on older telcom switches. A very good man who will be missed. Fun to be around.

Reuben Hamilton

July 5, 2013

Charlie was an outstanding person. I loved working with him; he always kept you laughing. He'll be missed by all.

Richard Hickman

July 4, 2013

Jeri, Greg and family,

Barb and I were sad to hear of the passing of Charlie.
Every once in a while someone will come into your life that you feel totally comfortable with and you feel as if you have known them forever. That's how I felt with Charlie. He was one in a million.
We had a lot of fun at work and on the golf course.
He will be missed by his family and anyone that ever knew him. He was truly a gem.
I will miss you my friend...and I will never forget you.
RIP

Everett E. (Iggy) Larrabee

July 4, 2013

Enjoyed the great times working with Charlie during my United Telephone time in Mansfield. Charlie could always bring a smile to your face and a true joy to call a friend. My deepest condolence to the family as I know he will be greatly missed.

Todd Bell

July 4, 2013

Charlie is forever in my heart. I'll never lose my vision of his laughter and smiles. My heartfelt sympathies to all his family and friends. Gods speed Charlie!

Cathy Breedlove

July 4, 2013

There are no words to describe how wonderful Charley was as a person. I worked with Charley over the years at CenturyLink and he always treated me with the greatest respect. He was my favorite friend. I will miss him dearly. My prayers and thoughts will be with him always.

Dave Orlando

July 4, 2013

I remember Charles very well. He was a great man and I enjoyed working and golfing with him. He will be missed.
Jim Thompson

July 4, 2013

Bro. Charlie was a true inspiration to many of the folks that worked for UTO during the re-structure days when we all tried to build a dynamic company. Bro. Charlie never had a negative word to say, he just said, "there's got to be a better way." Bro.Charlie will be missed but never forgotten. Our prayers and sympathy go out to the family and friends on this sadden day. God bless you all and keep you steadfast.

Alan & Bonnie Toth

July 4, 2013

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