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Geraldine Rutledge Obituary
December 11, 1952 - April 21, 2025
Bradenton, Florida - Geraldine Rutledge, a quiet, gentle person with a penchant for sardonic humor, a graduate of Manatee High School, a kind nurse's assistant for 48 years, a fan of horror novels, films, and sweets, and a Bradenton resident all of her 72 years on this earth, took flight from it on Monday, April 21st, surrounded by loved ones. She follows her infant son, Rene.
Remembering her loving ways are her daughter Tracey and son Arris, grandchildren Sierra, Trinity, and Dominick, siblings Carolyn, Diane, Melvin, and Kenneth, and many other family members, friends, and colleagues who will miss her dearly.
Her memorial will be at 11 a.m. on Thursday, May 8th at Westside Funeral Home in Palmetto. Flowers and on-line tributes are welcome.
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African America Class Of 1971
May 6, 2025
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Joann Edwards/for Donald Payne
May 3, 2025
My most heartfelt condolences to my classmate's family She was such a very kind person in school.
This is from Donald Payne, class of 1971. Rest in heavenly peace forever Geraldine.
Jeanette Barnes
May 2, 2025
Send my sincere condolences and prayers. To the entire family. Growing up Geraldine was one of the sweetest people. A person could know, and a smile on her face. May Almighty God continue to comfort your hearts and minds. During this time of loss.
Manatee High School Alumni Association
May 1, 2025
Our sincere condolences to the family, classmates, and friends of our Manatee High School Class of 1971 Alumna.
Manatee High School Alumni Association
www.manateehighalumni.com
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