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Geraldine Louise Wigton
1944 - 2025
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Geraldine Wigton Obituary
She was born April 18, 1944, in Camden, N.J., to Walter and Jean (Przytula) Kozlowski.
She graduated from Trenton State College in 1966 and taught senior high math until 1981, when she became a full-time mom.
Gerry loved her family, the Jersey Shore, the women of her Bible study and all the people at the Butler "Y."
She is survived by her husband, Bill Wigton; daughters, Kathryn (Derrick) Howryla and Jessica (Ian) Meeks; grandsons, Ethan and Seth Howryla, with baby Meeks on the way; sister, Diane (David) Hurt, of Bluffton, S.C.; and numerous nephews and nieces.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Walter and Jean Kozlowski.
WIGTON - A visitation for Geraldine Louise (Kozlowski) Wigton, who died Tuesday, Nov. 11, 2025, will be held from 1 to 3 and 5 to 7 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 16, at THOMPSON-MILLER FUNERAL HOME, 124 E. North St., Butler.
A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated at 10:30 a.m. Monday, Nov. 17, 2025, at Saint Mark the Evangelist Parish, Holy Sepulcher Church, 1304 E. Cruikshank Road, Butler, 16002.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in Gerry's name to the Butler YMCA at 339 N. Washington, Butler PA 16001, or a charity of choice.
All who knew Gerry are encouraged to share memories and upload photos to her unique remembrance page at www.thompson-miller.com.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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Cindy Morey (Kelly Dematt Levere´s mom)
Yesterday
Bill, Kathryn, and Jessica, I am so sorry for your loss. Please know that you and your families are in my thoughts and prayers.
Kay N. Della Barca
Yesterday
For over 60 years, Gerry has been my friend. Supportive and caring, I will miss her cards, photos, e-mails, and yearly visits. Bill, Kathryn and Jessica my deepest sympathy for your loss. You all were the center of her life. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Gerry was a ray of sunshine who lit up a room with her smile and laughter. Rest in peace, my friend.
Phil Crouse
Yesterday
Bill
My Sincere Condolences on your loss. You and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers
Shelley G Brown
Yesterday
Gerry was a wonderful light in my life! For years we enjoyed weekly conversations over coffee. Much laughter, sorting out our lives, and occasional tears. I will miss her greatly, but look forward to joining her in heaven.
kelly conerty
Yesterday
Gerrie was a very nice lady she always made my day when she came in to do her pictures you will be missed Kelly aka Walgreens
Debby Meeks
November 13, 2025
Glenn and I are so very sad to hear of Gerry's passing. I am so thankful to have seen her about a month ago. We had great conversation and laughter, in Jessica's backyard and enjoyed the Tennessee sun. She will be missed. Our prayers are for everyone else in her family. Our hearts are sad with you.
Sandy s
November 13, 2025
Gerry was such a colorful person. Literally! She will be missed at the Y!
joseph patrick kozlowski
November 13, 2025
Gerry is my cousin and was always loving and caring towards me and my family. My heart is broken for everyone who knew her. I will miss her. Rest in Peace Gerry.
Shelley Brown
November 13, 2025
Gerry will be greatly missed by so many friends! I loved her so.
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