CHAS GEER Obituary
CHAS GEER
Chas Geer, a longtime Washington photographer, died on May 5, 2012 after a brief illness. During his career, he photographed noted dignitaries, such as Presidents Ronald Reagan, Bill Clinton, and George Bush; global leaders such as Margaret Thatcher and Clare Booth Luce; numerous US Senators and Congressman; and celebrities, such as William Buckley, Arnold Palmer, and Henry Winkler (The Fonz). His clients included both national and international organizations, and his photos have appeared in Newsweek, New York Times, Washingtonian magazine, and other publications. He was 66. He is survived by his wife, Shirley Geer of Arlington, VA; his brother, Mark Geer of Wellesley, MA; his sister, Nancy Geer of South Portland, ME; his brother-in-law, Thomas Killinger of Southington, CT; and four nephews and nieces. Friends may visit from 3 to 5 p.m. with a memorial service starting at 5 p.m. on Wednesday, May 9 at Murphy Funeral Home, 4510 Wilson Boulevard in Arlington. In lieu of flowers, contributions in Charley's memory can be made to the Leukemia Research Foundation, 3520 Lake Avenue, Suite 202, Wilmette, IL 60091-1064
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Debra Fastner
May 2, 2023
Shirley, this email popped up as I was looking out the window of my beloved State Capitol. The Chief Clerk called and asked if I´d come back to work even though it´s been 15 years since I worked at that front desk in the House Chamber. But that job, which I thought was my dream job, couldn´t compare to working with my boys, Charlie and Jim Pirius. Now they are both gone. How blest I was at such a young age to work with 2 of the most incredibly talented and kind men.
God bless you, Shirley and take good care.
Laura Lee Dooley
May 9, 2012
I was just thinking about Charlie the other day as I came across some old WRI photos he took. So sorry to hear the news - our thoughts are with you.
Debra Fastner
May 9, 2012
Shirley, you are in my daily prayers. It has been years since we were all together, but I still remember when Charlie would talk about you, his face and voice softened and there was no denying his unlimited love for you, his true soulmate. Sending hugs from Minnesota. Debra Fastner
Cathy Hope
May 9, 2012
Shirley and all of Charlie's loved ones -- our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Cathy Hope and family
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Lynn Gibson
May 9, 2012
I knew Chas as the Heritage photographer. Years after I left my position there, he still remembered me by name. This is remarkable considering the hundreds of people he met and photographed each year. He was a kind and gentle soul, and I will miss seeing him "behind the lens." My deepest sympathies are with your family.
Elaine Racine
May 8, 2012
Mark, so sorry to hear such sad news. Please know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Elaine and Ron
Jean Dyer
May 8, 2012
Shirley, We were so sorry to hear the news about Charlie. Our thoughts are with you, Nancy, Mark and his family, during this extremely difficult time. With sadness and deepest sympathy, Jean and Dale
Barbara Rohde
May 8, 2012
Shirley, I am both shocked and saddened by hearing this news--just know my thoughts and prayers are with you.
Barb Rohde
May 8, 2012
Our thoughts and prayers are with Charlie's family. Sending our deepest sympathy from Portland & Higgins Beach, ME... Jim & Suzanne Meserve
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