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Hilton - Geraldine (Toal) Ingham, 101passed away peacefully at home on August 20, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on May 31, 1924, to the late Albert and Ruth Toal.
Geraldine was predeceased by her beloved husband, Robert "Bob" Ingham, in 1990; her son, Michael Ingham; her siblings, Albert (Jean) Toal, Elaine (Phil) Marshall, Joanne (John) Ingham, Jack Toal, Thomas (Sharon) Toal, Bernard (Nancy) Toal, Teresa (Ray) Veness, and Pauline (Ed) Klaver; her daughter-in-law, Nelsine Ingham; and her great-grandson, Colin Ingham.
She is survived by her loving children: James (Nita) Ingham, Robert (Sue) Ingham, Douglas (Cindy) Ingham, Charles (Christa) Ingham, Larry (Cheryl) Ingham, Gregory Ingham, Judy (Guy) Daniel, and Betty (Don) Smith; daughter-in-law, Christel Ingham; and her sister-in-law, Doris Toal. Geraldine also leaves behind many cherished grandchildren, great-grandchildren, as well as many nieces, nephews, and friends.
For many years, Geraldine served as Assistant Town Clerk for the Town of Parma, where she was known for her dedication and warm spirit. A devout Catholic, she was a faithful member of St. Leo the Great Catholic Church in Hilton and an active participant in the Rosary Society. She was also a former Republican Committee Member, and member of the Hilton-Parma Historical Society.
Geraldine found joy in the simple pleasures of life-gardening, knitting, and crocheting-but above all, she treasured time spent with her family.
Calling hours will be held on Monday, August 25th from 4 - 7 pm at Thomas E. Burger, 735 East Avenue in Hilton. Gerry's Funeral Mass will take place at 11:00 am on Tuesday, August 26th at St. Leo the Great Catholic Church, Hilton. Interment will follow the Mass at Parma Union Cemetery.
Donations in memory of Geraldine may be made to St. Leo the Great Catholic Church, 110 Old Hojack Lane, Hilton, NY 14468.
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