Louise Marie Geske

Louise Marie Geske

Louise Geske Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers from Aug. 1 to Aug. 11, 2015.
Geske, Louise Marie 11/19/1925 - 7/31/2015 Grand Rapids, Michigan GESKE Mrs. Louise M. Geske, age 89, of Grand Rapids, passed away on Friday, July 31, 2015. She was preceded in death by her husband, Donald in 1991; brother, Bill; and sister-in-law, Mary. Louise is survived by her three sons, Don (Linda) Geske Jr., Dan (LuAnn) Geske, Tom (Nancy) Geske; eight grandchildren, Stephanie (Jake) Weaver, Steven (Lisa) Geske, Jennifer (Chris) Slagter, Kimberly (Matt) Becker, Sarah (Jeremy) Pettenger, Lisa (Ryan) Doss, Andrew (Stacy) Geske, Alex Geske and fiance Catherine Adams; 14 great-grandchildren; siblings, Rev. Charles Bueche CSsR, Janice (Peter) Chan, Sr Helen Bueche OP., Ken (Rose) Bueche; many nieces and nephews. The Mass of Christian Burial will be held Thursday, August 6, 2015, 11:00 AM at St Alphonsus Catholic Church, 224 Carrier St. NE, Grand Rapids. Friends may visit with Louise's family on Wednesday from 2-4 and 7-9 PM at The Heritage Life Story Funeral Home Alt & Shawmut Hills Chapel, 2120 Lake Michigan Dr. NW, Grand Rapids where the Rosary will be prayed at 7:00 PM. Visitation also at the church one hour prior to the Mass. For those who wish, memorial contributions may be directed to the Dominican Sisters or to the Redemptorist Priests. To share a favorite memory of Louise and to sign her online guest book, please visit www.lifestorynet.com.

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August 13, 2015

Judy Command posted to the memorial.

August 13, 2015

Marty/Carolyn Mueller posted to the memorial.

August 10, 2015

Bob & Kim Sweedyk posted to the memorial.

Judy Command

August 13, 2015

My condolences to the entire Geske family. Louise was a grand lady and a good friend to my Mom. I enjoyed my lunches with her, Mrs. Moroski and Mrs. Rockwell. I am saddened by her passing

Marty/Carolyn Mueller

August 13, 2015

Stephanie,
Condolences on the loss of your grandmother. We'll be keeping your family in our prayers.
pax,
Marty

Bob & Kim Sweedyk

August 10, 2015

Geske Family - Louise was such a wonderful neighbor & another Grandma for our kids. You all meant sooooo much to her! She just glowed every time she talked about her family ... her kids, grandkids, and all of her relatives. She just loved family! It was a privilege to know her. She will be missed!

Linda (Gilbert) Williams

August 7, 2015

I will always miss Mom Geske. My mother who was a good friend of hers, passed away while I was young, so she invited me to call her "Mom Geske." I was very touched and accepted her outpouring of love. She will remain in my heart forever.

Joe and Julie Chan Kenney

August 6, 2015

The Geske and Bueche families are in our hearts and on our minds. We wish we could have been in Grand Rapids today to say goodbye to Aunt Louise. She was a sharp, kind woman who will be remembered fondly.

Dan & Joan Staal

August 5, 2015

Our deepest sympathy to Louise's family. She was a special cousin to our Mom(Marge Staal)with whom she shared so much( including birthdays). Louise was such a positive person!

Anne & Jake Spruit

August 5, 2015

Cousin Louise,was always so cheerful and happy when we saw her at events. Her smile could brighten a room. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this time.

Julianne and Tom (Chan) Blodgett

August 4, 2015

We are thinking of the Geske/Bueche family and send our sympathy. Aunt Louise was a very kind and thoughtful lady. She had more energy than people half her age! She will be missed.

August 4, 2015

My deepest sympathy to the Geske family. What an honor it must have been to have such a sweet, gentle soul in your lives.

Louise was always so sweet and patient with me as I asked her so many questions concerning the Bueche/Kennedy side of the family. She always managed to have such a good memory of all the dates and names.

I know that we all have a new angel in heaven looking down on us.

With love,
Dorothy Didrichsons

Brenda Talsma

August 4, 2015

Hugs and prayers
From the
Jenkins family

Larry Jenkins

August 4, 2015

We send our deepest sympathy to the family of Louise.

Jim, & Janene Powers

August 3, 2015

We are thinking of the Geske family and will greatly miss Aunt Louise's wit, warmth and incredible memory. Always a joy to see her and hear her fantastic stories. Rest in Peace, Aunt Louise.

Cindy Heinbeck

August 3, 2015

Dear Geske and Bueche families,
We were so sorry to hear about the loss of Aunt Louise! She was such a kind little lady...so full of spunk! We always loved seeing and visiting with her at the hayrides!
Ron & Cindy Heinbeck Fanily

Del and Evelyn Keyes

August 3, 2015

Dan and Luann. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. So sorry for your loss. So glad we got to sit with her just last month at Anna's grad. Party. What a wonderful women she was.

Barbara Weaver

August 2, 2015

The Saint Alphonsus widows group will miss you. You always had a happy smile especially when eatin chicken pot pie at Arnies!,

August 2, 2015

Louise shared a special friendship with Marcia (Mieras/Ploughman) over many years. Louise welcomed me into that friendship. Thank You Louise.

Ted .Ploughman

Robert and Olivia Geske, Jr.

August 2, 2015

Aunt Louise,

You were my favorite aunt and I always enjoyed my visits with you when I visited MI. You are going to be missed by me & all of your family and friends. What a Grand Lady. Rest in Peace.

Dave & Pat Hoek

August 2, 2015

We got to know Louise when she visited in Jenison and would attend Holy Redeemer. What a wonderful and delightful lady she was. She would set with us and indeed bless us with her presence. Rest in Peace Louise.

Fr. Edward Vella, CSsr

August 1, 2015

Eternal rest grant unto her Oh Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon her!

Fr. Edward Vella, C.Ss.R.

August 1, 2015

"Aunt" Louise was a very special person and one of the first persons that I met when I was first assigned to St. Alphonsus Parish in Grand Rapids in the Fall of 2008. She had a terrific memory and loved the Redemptorists and the Dominicans and her Church and parish. Personally I consider myself blessed to have known her and to have kept in touch with her. All of us are blessed to have her in Heaven praying for us. Rest in Peace, Louise.

Theresa Kwiatkowski

August 1, 2015

My thoughts and prayers are with the Geske family. Loise, such a sweet soul. You will be greatly missed and forever in my heart.

Sheryl & Hunter Veeneman

August 1, 2015

Our thoughts and prayers are with your family at this difficult time. May you find comfort in knowing she is at peace and back with her love; in heaven watching down upon you.

JoAnn Goggins

August 1, 2015

so sorry for you loss. Prayers and thoughts for all the Geske family

Jann Rozema

August 1, 2015

So very sorry for your loss Geske family. I've known her for many years. Very sweet lady. She will be missed greatly by family and friends.

Ron VanderLind

August 1, 2015

My condolences Dan and Don to you and your families, your mother was a saint and beautiful lady, GOD called her home after a wonderful life.

Theresa Martez

August 1, 2015

She was practically like a grandmother to me. She will be greatly missed! It always amazed me how many people she knew and truly loved.

August 1, 2015

Lisa Geske Doss & family- Sorry for the loss of such a wonderful woman. She was always so kind & loving. The Angels are lucky to have her. Prayers for you & your Family.
Kathy Carr

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August 13, 2015

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