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Geraldine Kessman Obituary

Geraldine M. Kessman went to be with the Lord Saturday, September 22, 2018.

Born August 31, 1927 in Hamel, IL, to Alvin and Beata Weishaupt.

She graduated from Edwardsville High School in 1945 and married Joyce F. Kessman May 1, 1948.

Geraldine was employed at the Selective Service in Edwardsville, Belvidere and Rockford, Illinois. She also worked for the Board of Education as well as Sundstrand, from which she retired in 1992 after 14 years. As a longtime member of Mount Olive Lutheran Church, she always found a way to serve the Lord by lending a helping hand when needed, making baptismal banners, and her favorite, singing in the church choir. Geraldine's sweet beautiful soul blessed and enriched everyone around her. From her glowing smile, the twinkle in her blue eyes, subtle wit and caring ways, she was always a joy to be around. She truly cherished her family. Geraldine was devoted to her grandchildren, always supporting and encouraging them in the many activities they chose to do. The visits and pictures of her great grandchildren always brightened her day.

Geraldine is survived by her son Ned (Paula) Kessman, daughter Tara (Dave) Dooley, grandchildren Neil (Abby) Kessman, Leah (Matthew) Carlson, Breanna Dooley-Fleming, great grandchildren Andrew, Rachel and Jack Carlson, sister in-laws Doris Lee Kessman, JaNette (Jack) Miner, Gloria (Lynn) Perry, Jean Weishaupt, brother in-law Elmer Moehle, numerous nieces and nephews, many close friends and neighbors.

Loved ones that have passed on before, husband Joyce F. Kessman, parents Alvin and Beata Weishaupt, brother Ramon Weishaupt, sister Marilyn (Elmer) Moehle, brother in-law Gene Kessman and nephew Scott Nelson.

The family would like to thank the nurses and staff at Cherry Vale Place for the compassionate care they gave "Miss Gerry".

A celebration of Geraldine's life will be held at 11:00 am Saturday, Oct. 6 at Mt. Olive Lutheran Church with a visitation at 10:00 am.

Memorials may be made to Mt. Olive Lutheran Church or a charity of your choice.

Fitzgerald Funeral Home & Crematory, Mulford Chapel, assisted the family.

To express online condolences, please visit: www.fitzgeraldfh.com.

Published by Edwardsville Intelligencer from Sep. 30 to Oct. 25, 2018.
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I WILL NEVER FORGET YOU LADY. WE WERE BORN 2 DAYS APART DIFFERENT YEARS. WE CONNECTED THE FIRST DAY I MET YOU. I MISS YOU AND WILL ALWAYS REMEMBER OUR SPECIAL BOND.
MAY YOU CONTINUE TO REST IN PEACE MS. GERRI❤❤
09/22/2020

Stephanie Walker

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September 22, 2020

My sincere condolences to your family for the loss of your love one. May the God of comfort be with you during this sad occasion and may his loving words at John 6:40 console your heart.

Z L

October 17, 2018

Prayers for family in the loss of Geraldine.

Laura Jo Minner/Larrabee

October 8, 2018

Celebrating a life well lived. We will cherish the memories forever.

Pat Torrisi

October 5, 2018

Ned, Paula, Tara
My condolences and deepest sympathy. You and the rest of Miss. Gerri family are in my prayers. I miss her so much.
Love you all
Steph

Stephanie Walker

October 2, 2018

My Miss Gerri..I miss you so much. I will never forget you and your smile. The first day I met you I knew we were gonna be great friends. You was my Miss. Gerri. My dance partner. My go to person. You are resting now..no more pain. God was ready for his angel. Ned and Paula I miss seeing you guys already. May God continue to watch over you both. You are so blessed to have had such a great woman as a mother. Miss. Gerri was blessed to have great kids like the 2 of you. You all are in my prayers. Love you all. Steph

Stephanie Walker

October 2, 2018

Ned,
May I extend my deepest sympathy to you in the loss of your mother.
Prayers for you and you family.

Dave Cobb

October 1, 2018

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Visitation

10:00 a.m.

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Oct

6

Celebration of Life

11:00 a.m.

Mt. Olive Lutheran Church

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1860 South Mulford Rd, Rockford, IL 61108

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