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Geraldine Reed Obituary

Geraldine G. Reed Quietly passed away on March 23, 2011 at the age of 96. She was preceded in death by her husband of 56 years Carl W. Reed and her twin brother Gerald Oesterling. Born July 3, 1914 in Norfolk, Nebraska she lived most of her adult life in Tacoma, WA. As a Retail Clerk she worked many years at Sprouse Reitz and other retail outlets. After retirement she enjoyed fishing (a love she shared with her grandsons), attending the Sacramento Jazz Festival and traveling with her sister-in-law and friend Janet Lambertz. Gerry is survived by her daughters Ellen Lowrie and Judy McKasson (Chuck), grandsons Reed Lowrie (Amy), John Lowrie, Charlie McKasson (Becky) and Steve McKasson, and great-grandaughters Hannah & Sidney McKasson. She was a loving mother, grandmother and great-grandmother and a caring friend to all who were privileged enough to have known her. She will be greatly missed. The family's heartfelt appreciation goes to the caregivers of Family First Adult Family Homes for their love and kindness during this difficult time. In Memoriam contributions can be made to the Alzheimer's Association. c/o Family First Fighting Angels Team, 4700 Pt. Fosdick Dr. #312, Gig Harbor, WA 98335 A celebration of Gerry's life will be held on Wednesday, April 6 at 2:00 in the Garden Chapel at Mt. View Funeral Home. Please sign online guestbook at www.mountainviewtacoma.com

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Published by News Tribune (Tacoma) on Mar. 30, 2011.

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April 1, 2011

May god bless you and your family during this time and sorrow.
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Tony Young

March 31, 2011

Gerry was a wonderful person and a great neighbor,after living across the street from her for 18 yrs I think of her as family.She was truly loved and respected by those of us who knew her on 42nd street.She has been and will be missed!

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