Hilda Pokras Geller

Hilda Pokras Geller,

Age 107 of Milwaukee, formerly of Fairfield, Connecticut, began her new journey on March 4, 2026. She was the beloved wife of Louie Geller, (of blessed memory) for 72 years.

She remains the beloved mother of Michael (Ilze), Ruth, Janet (Mark Lesko), and Daniel (Ann).

She remains the beloved, "Nannie," to Michael, Joshua (Sarah), Lija (Austin), Reva (of blessed memory), and Benjamin (Arianne), and great-Nannie to eight great-grandchildren. She is further survived by other relatives and many friends, especially the residents of Chai Point, as well as the staff.

Hilda enjoyed walking, knitting, and board games. She was an avid reader, and particularly loved books about dogs. She loved all animals, both great and small, and especially loved backyard birds. She became a vegetarian in the 1960s and also began doing yoga at that time. She was an active member of Hadassah, being their secretary for over 10 years, utilizing her exemplary shorthand and typing skills.

Hilda was a 20+ year resident of Ovation/Chai Point; she took great pleasure in being with the residents, and delighted in singing them show tunes. She absolutely loved the staff who absolutely loved her in return, as she was so sweet and never, "kvetched," (complained). She was a soft spoken, caring person who also had a great sense of humor! She instilled in her children a love of nature, a strong work ethic, the value of a higher education, and the importance of being honest and kind.

There will be a private graveside service at Agudas Achim Cemetery. Please make any donations you care to in her memory to Seno K/RLT (a local land conservancy) or Ovation/Chai Point.