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Geraldine Pilmer Obituary

Geraldine E. Pilmer, 82, of Aurora, passed away peacefully on Sunday, November 8, 2015 surrounded by her family. Gerri was born July 20, 1933, the second of four children born to John F. and Erna L. (Schaefer) Duy. Gerri attended public schools and was proud to be an East Aurora Tomcat (Class of 1950). She married Marvin F. Pilmer on April 19, 1952 at Our Savior Lutheran Church, where she continued to be an active member until her death. Gerri was active in the Nifty Fifty Club, Entre Nous Club, The Mid-West Early American Pressed Glass Club and the Aurora Country Club. She enjoyed playing bridge and attending events with her many friends.Gerri was a devoted wife, loving mother, and doting grandmother. She is survived by her five children, Robert (MaryKay) of Yorkville, James (Karen) of Aurora, Linda (Dennis Stone) of Aurora, Jane (Scott) Miller of Aurora and Donald (Kathleen) of Aurora. She is also survived by nine grandchildren, who will dearly miss her, Katherine (Anthony) Lalor and John Pilmer of Yorkville, Lindsey and Kyle Pilmer of Aurora, Lauren (fiancé Scott Wasulko), Melissa and Stephanie Miller of Aurora, and Matthew and Emma Pilmer of Aurora. She is also survived by her sisters, Jacqueline (the late Rev. Paul) Koepchen, Joanne (Jim) Abens, her brother, Fred (Diane) Duy, her Aunt, Gertrude Johannessen, and numerous cousins, nieces and nephews. Gerri was preceded in death by her parents, and her beloved husband, Marvin.Visitation will be held Thursday, November 12, 2015 from 3-7 P.M. at The Healy Chapel, 332 West Downer Place, Aurora. The funeral service will take place at Our Savior Lutheran Church, 420 West Downer Place, Aurora at 10:30 A.M. on Friday, November 13, 2015, with Pastor Jeff Mikyska officiating. Gerri will lie in state from 9:30 A.M. until 10:30 A.M. on Friday at the church. Interment will follow at St. Paul's Cemetery in Montgomery. Memorials in her name may be made to Our Savior Lutheran Church or the Marvin F. and Geraldine E. Pilmer Scholarship Fund in care of the Community Foundation of the Fox River Valley, 111 W. Downer Pl., Suite 312, Aurora, IL 60506.For further information, please call 630-897-9291 or visit our website at www.healychapel.com to leave an online condolence.

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Published by Beacon News from Nov. 9 to Nov. 12, 2015.

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Lorna Schaefer

November 2, 2024

Remembering Geraldine as a kind and extraordinary lady who loved her family so much.

Doris Hibbs

March 12, 2016

Gerri was one of the nicest people I ever knew. Just found out that you passed. You were my friend at Old Hickory in Fort Myer. We were widowed in the same month.

Clarence Ingraham

November 22, 2015

To all of the Pilmer family,
Geri and your father Marv were dear friends of my parents (Trudie and Clarence Ingraham) over the years. I remember spending many Saturday nights together, while our parents played cards with their car club. Lots of happy memories. My Dad asked me to send our condolences. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Sincerely,
Jane(Ingraham)Lyons & Clarence Ingraham

Kimberly Kleinfeldt Durbin

November 17, 2015

Jim Bob Linda Jane Don n Pilmer family so sorry to hear of your mom's passing. As time goes by may you cherish the memories as I have (my parents gone in 2012). May you feel the love of Jesus in this time of sorrow.

November 14, 2015

Dear Linda and Family,
On behalf of the Laatz family, I want to extend our deepest sympathies to the Pilmer family. Your mother and father have always meant a great deal to us as role models in business and the community.
Wayne Laatz

Larry Lapp

November 13, 2015

Pilmer Family,
So sorry to hear about the loss of your Mom/Grandma. She was a wonderful and kind individual. May you take comfort in the fact she is in a better place. I'm confident she has already volunteered for at least one committee in heaven. She will be missed.

Judy Martin

November 13, 2015

To the Pilmer family, My sincere sympathy! I know my daughters have fond memories of coming over to swim in the pool when they were kids. And I remember that Gerri gave me a bridal shower before Tom and I got married, back in 1969! I know that Marion really welcomed the visits on the way to/from Mayo Clinic too. My sympathy and best wishes, Judy Martin

Ann White

November 13, 2015

My most sincere condolence, Linda. Will miss seeing her at the bridge table when I come in from golf.

Chuck Jensen

November 13, 2015

To Bob, Jim, Linda, Jane, Don and the entire Plimer family,

Our sincere condolences on the passing of your Mother. She was a great lady. Your parents were very good to me. My she rest in peace and walk hand in hand with Marv in heaven

Dick&Marlisa Ebeling

November 12, 2015

Our sincere sympathy. We are limited with Marlisa's condition. We are grateful to know the whole family. Marv and Gerri raised a great family. Your Mom was so kind to bring food on more than one occasion. To Lauren, Melissa, and Stephanie; "The hugs are now for Granma and Grandpa".

Kathy Pierceall

November 12, 2015

To the entire Pilmer family,

Please accept my sincere condolences. Your mother was kind, fun-loving and a joy to know. May she rest in peace and may your fondest memories of her be forever in your hearts.

Larry Shepard

November 12, 2015

Jim,
Please accept my condolences on the loss of your mother.

Jack Cunningham

November 12, 2015

What a great lady.

Sorry for your loss

My prayers are with you

Jack Cunningham

November 12, 2015

What a grand lady.
Sorry for your lass
My prayers are with you

James ,Lorna Schaefer

November 12, 2015

The Pilmer Family, Through this difficult time may you know the deep sympathy and concern for your family. Geri was a wonderful person she wil be so missed

November 11, 2015

I am so sorry for your loss. Geri was a wonderful person. I enjoyed working for her. Joanne Marshalll

Carole Rahn

November 11, 2015

Linda, Jane, Jim, Don, Bob and Family.
The Lord has Gerri in his keeping but you will always have her in your hearts.
I am so sad for your loss she is gone way too soon.

Eileen Randall

November 11, 2015

To the Jim Pilmer family: So sorry to hear of your Mom and grandmothers death. I remember how she loved watching Kyle play basketball for WA. Please accept my deepest sympathy and find comfort in knowing she is now at peace. Sincerely: Eileen Randall

November 11, 2015

Dear Pilmer Family, Our hearts were saddened by the news of your mom's passing. Geri was a joy to know. She was BEAUTIFUL inside and out. She will be greatly missed. May God grant all of you PEACE during this most difficult time. Love, Bill & Angie Skoglund

November 10, 2015

Dear Pilmer Family:

Please accept our heartfelt condolences. We are saddened by the loss of a true friend and great bridge player. We know Gerri will be dealing the cards when we meet again. She was a special person to all of us.

Sincerely,

The Entre Nous bridge players

Virginia Killian

November 10, 2015

Linda and Dennis Don and Kathy and entire family our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. I will truly miss Geri she was a beautiful lady inside and out. God Bless your family.

Nancy Hopp

November 10, 2015

To all the Pilmers, please know we share your sense of loss. Gerri was an extraordinary woman and role model, as evidenced by her family. We hope you will draw comfort, and cheer, from many happy memories. Nancy and Jim Hopp

Marianne Wilkinson

November 10, 2015

My sympathy and prayers to the entire Pilmer family. Your mom was a very special lady. You now have an angel to watch over all of you.

Bob & Squig Atols

November 9, 2015

To all the family, you are wonderful a family and that is because of your parents . Our thoughts and love to you all.

Barney Atols

November 9, 2015

I'm sorry miss pilmer she was nice lady

November 9, 2015

Hi this Barney I'm sorry she was nice lady

Carole and Andy Arliskas

November 9, 2015

Our very best to the whole Pilmer family,
Bless you all,
Carole and Andy Arliskas

November 9, 2015

Your mom was a lovely person! She always spoke to me when we were at the baseball fields, (she was watching Matt play, and I was watching Bryan play). I'm so sorry for your loss.
Jan Seifrid Pittman, Aurora

November 9, 2015

Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time. May Geraldine forever RIP. She was a wonderful woman and may your memories keep you at peace forever.
God Bless you all...
Lloyd & Lou Ann Cates

The Scott Family

November 9, 2015

Pilmer family, we are keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers. May you find comfort in knowing she is at peace and is reunited with loved ones in God's care.

Jean & Don Jonas

November 9, 2015

Jane,Scott and family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. May all your wonderful memories of your mother see you through this difficult time.
Love,

November 9, 2015

Our sincere condolences to your family. Geri was a very special lady who always had a smile and a sincere greeting for me and my family. She will be missed our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Toni, Zyane and Julian

Vicki Moore-Precht

November 9, 2015

Jim, Linda and Family, My thoughts are with you during this difficult time. May all the happy memories of shared family times give you comfort and peace. Fond memories have a way of bringing a smile, and perhaps a laugh, even in sadness.

Dave and Tammy Cotton

November 9, 2015

Our sincere condolences to the Pilmer family.
We will always remember Geri for her kindness and cheerful nature.

Teri Lawn

November 9, 2015

I will miss seeing Mrs. Pilmer every Friday when she came into Old Second Redwood Branch. She reminded me of my grandmother and was a very elegant lady. My sympathy and condolences to the family.

November 9, 2015

Our prayers for hope and peace, with God s love and ours. Lynn and Carol Walter

Lou Ann Peck

November 9, 2015

Pilmer Family, I am so sorry for your loss. Your mom was a lovely lady! I looked forward to seeing her at church and getting a big hug from her. My mom always enjoyed playing bridge with her too. My thoughts and prayers are with you all today and in the difficult days ahead.

November 9, 2015

My sincere sympathy to the Pilmer family. We have all lost a great lady, friend and bridge player. Gerri was a lady in every possible way, a true friend to all and will be missed but not forgotten. Her love of family and friends made life so pleasant for all of us who knew and loved her. Be at peace my friend.
Sharon Konen

John McEnroe

November 9, 2015

Dear Linda and Dennis, and all of Gerri's Family.

I am very sorry to hear of your mother's passing. Gerri was a fine Lady and she and Marv were very important persons in our industry. Losing this generation is kind of a "bedrock shift". I enjoyed knowing her all these years.

Coming from such a large and extended family Gerri will be fondly remembered by many and missed by all.

You are in the McEnroe family's prayers.

John

November 9, 2015

Our thoughts and prayers are with all of Gerri's family. Love to all, Judy Pilmer Dietrich, West Des Moines, IA.

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420 West Downer Place, Aurora, IL

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420 West Downer Place, Aurora, IL

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