Herbert B. Geiger

Herbert Bernard Geiger, aged 86, passed away peacefully on October 27, 2024, surrounded by his loving family. Born on February 15, 1938 in Ruth, Michigan, he lived a life defined by kindness, integrity, and dedication to those he loved.
Herb and Jean, his beloved wife of 63 years, met on a blind date. After dating for 18 months, they were married on April 15, 1961. He was a devoted father to Kathleen (Terry) Moore, Deborah (Francis) MacMillan, Lynette (Michael) Gallagher, and Amy (Robert) Breach. He was the loving grandfather of Katelyn (Joshua Wright) Moore, Ashley (Nicholas) Schlenke, Emily (Cole) Garstecki, Bryan (Maddie Wright) Moore, Brennan (Nicole) MacMillan, Alicia (Andrew) Martin, Helena Gallagher, Neve (Chandler Lee) Gallagher, Liam Gallagher, Michael (Olivia Zander) Maes, Elisabeth Maes, Riley Breach, Sidney Breach, Bobby Breach, and Jolee Breach. He was lovingly known as GG to his great grandchildren Peyton, Adelaide, and Eleanor Garstecki, Jackson and Madalyn Schlenke, Graham, Annabelle, Grady, Edith, and baby Martin due in December, John Gallagher, and William Browning Lee.
In addition to Herb's parents, Clement and Elizabeth Geiger, he was also welcomed home to heaven by his son, John, in-laws Clarence and Dorothy Kirsch, sisters-in-law Bonnie and Bessie Kirsch and Margaret Geiger, nephew Terrance Kirsch, and grandson Alex Maes.
Herb is survived by his siblings Gerald (Shirley) Geiger, Richard (Norma) Geiger, Donald Geiger, Kenneth (Carolyn) Geiger, Ruth Ann (Joseph) Kucharczyk, Cornelius (Carolyn) Geiger, and David (Hazel) Geiger. He is also survived by his brothers and sisters-in-laws Donald Kirsch, RuthAnn (Ronald) Adler, Ronald (Kaye) Kirsch, Gerald (Shelia) Kirsch, Gary (Joan) Kirsch, Judy (Tim) Mausolf, Robert Kirsch and Richard Kirsch and many nieces, nephews, and friends.
Known for his strong work ethic and boundless wisdom, Herb had an uncanny ability to find solutions to any challenge, and he never hesitated to drop everything to help those he loved. His unwavering support and willingness to put others first were a constant source of strength and comfort for his loving family and friends.
Herb proudly served in the United States Army from July 1957 until October 1962.
He is a 1970 graduate of Saginaw Valley College with a Bachelor of Science in Physics and Mathematics.
Herb worked for The Dow Chemical Company from April 1961 until his retirement in December 1993 ending his career as the Technical Manager of the Food Care Products Technology Center. He proudly earned the honorary title of Mr. Ziploc and collaborated on numerous patents to produce Ziploc bags.
He enjoyed many years of camping, backpacking, tennis, golf, cross country skiing, and wine making. Along with his wife, Jean, and their girls, they built their family home on Hidden Road where they resided for 45 years. Herb also took tremendous pride in his woodworking skills by creating beautiful pieces for his loved ones.
Early in his retirement, Herb was an active volunteer for Habitat for Humanity. At the time of his death, Herb was a member of Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church in Bay City, Michigan.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made in his memory to MyMichigan Health Foundation Hospice Program or Make-A-Wish Michigan.
Visitation will be held Friday, November 1 from 2-8 pm, with a prayer service at 7 pm, at Rivertown Funeral Chapel, 209 South Huron Road, Kawkawlin, Michigan 48631.
Funeral Services will be held Saturday, November 2, 2024 at 10 am. Visitation will be from 9-10 am prior to mass at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church, 607 E South Union, Bay City, Michigan 48706.