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Daniel Geddie Obituary
Hampstead - Dan Geddie, 69, of Wilmington, North Carolina, died July 19, 2021 at the Lower Cape Fear LifeCare after a lengthy illness. He was born October 26, 1951 in Kinston, NC, the son of the late John McPhail (Mac) Geddie and Audrey Flake Geddie.
Dan is survived by his wife of 47 years, Beth King Geddie. He is also survived by his daughters Amy Geddie (Shawn Hernandez) of Rockville, MD and Melissa Geddie (Mike Kagey) of Arlington, MA as well as grandsons Nathan and Sam Kagey. Additionally, he is survived by his brother John Geddie (Jessiebeth), brother-in-law Billy King (Elizabeth) and niece Elizabeth Beard and nephew Hugh Geddie.
A lifelong resident of Wilmington, Dan graduated from UNC with a business degree and later returned to school to become a Certified Public Accountant. He spent 28 years working at UNCW and retired as the Director of Financial Reporting. He loved watching any college basketball, but especially rooting for the Tar Heels and Seahawks. He also enjoyed spending days at the Hanover Seaside Club and reading books about military history, especially the Civil War.
The family would like to thank the staff at Home Instead, especially his primary caregiver Kristi Parrish, as well as the staff at Lower Cape Fear LifeCenter, and Michelle Zumbro, DPT at Bodies in Balance. The family would also like to extend a special thanks to his longtime friends Ty Rowell and Ron Sizemore.
Per Dan's request there will be no memorial service. Memorial donations may be made to Lower Cape Fear Hospice and LifeCare Center, Wesley Memorial UMC or the charity of your choice.
Funeral Arrangements entrusted to Andrews Mortuary, Wilmington. Please sign the online Guestbook at www.andrewsmortuary.com
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Peggy Irwin
August 11, 2021
I met Dan when I started work at UNCW back in 1986. We shared a lot of experiences and a lot of laughs. I watched his girls grow through his stories and he was also always so kind to ask about about my son. Dan was one of the kindest persons that I have ever known. My last image of Dan is at one of the Seahawk games...go Hawks, and I will continue to seem at the games. Miss you Dan.
Travis Cooke
August 5, 2021
Dan was my best friend for many years growing up. Elementary school and Jr High. We spent so much time together. My loving memory of him will live within me.
My thoughts and prayers go out to Beth and family.
Lola Rivenbark
August 2, 2021
Beth, Just wanted to let you know I am thinking of you. Your former Sedgley Abbey neighbor, Lola Rivenbark
Laurie Myles Bystrom
August 1, 2021
Beth, My prayers are with you and your family as you face this time of grief.
Heather Iannucci
July 26, 2021
Dan was a kind soul and a great accountant. He helped many people at UNCW over the years. We'll all miss him. My thoughts and prayers are with his family.
Sharon Baucom
July 26, 2021
I always enjoyed getting a Financial Reporting lesson from Dan while he was at UNCW. He was always patient, kind and witty. My prayer is that the family will take some comfort knowing how he touched so many people with these traits.
Jane & Michael Brown
July 25, 2021
So very saddened at Dan’s passing. Our deepest condolences to Beth, Amy, and Melissa. Dan was truly a special person whose warmth of personality added something special to all of us who came in touch with him.
Patricia Farrand
July 25, 2021
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Steve Johnson
July 25, 2021
Will miss you Dan.
WAYNE BAKER
July 25, 2021
My thoughts and prayers go out to the family. Dan and I grew up together as we lived across the street from one another on Dixie Ave. I've spent many, many hours with Dan and a bunch of a street full of boys playing ball or just hanging out .They didn't come any better than Dan. He was like a brother in those days and I was blessed to have him as my friend.
Nancy Jones
July 25, 2021
So very sorry for the loss of this fine gentleman. I was privileged to work with him at UNCW and he was always at the ready to help.
Steve Gunter
July 24, 2021
My sincere condolences on your loss . Dan and I were at Winter Park School together and graduated in 1970 at Hoggard. . I remember him so well from Winter Park. He was so funny sometimes. I still remember funny things he said and did. May God Bless you and your family.
July 23, 2021
Beth, What a journey! My deepest sympathies to you and your family and friends. May your heart be ok, he is in a Good place. Fondly Chris Crafford
Chris Fonvielle
July 22, 2021
The world is a sadder place today with the passing of my good friend Dan Geddie. He and I were colleagues at UNC Wilmington, where he was held in the highest esteem and so well liked, and fellow members of the Cape Fear Civil War Round Table. In fact, Dan was a founding member of the CFCWRT and invited me to be the organization's first speaker back in 1994. He loved Wilmington, UNC and the Tar Heels, UNCW and the Seahawks, history (mostly Civil War and local), and especially his family and friends. But most of all, Dan's family and friends loved him. Count me among Dan's biggest fans. I'm going to miss you, buddy, but hope to see you again by and by.
Sherri Batson
July 22, 2021
My deepest sympathies to the family. I am honored to have worked with Dan at UNCW and to know him. He was so kind and always a calming person to be around. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Sherri
Donna Beckworth
July 22, 2021
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to lif
e's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Jeremy Bradford
July 21, 2021
I’m honored to have met Dan and to have worked with him. My heart goes out to Beth and their family.
MaLou Stokes
July 21, 2021
Beth, you & your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
MaLou Stokes
Margaret Johnson
July 21, 2021
Beth,
Bob and I are grateful that Dan and you chose to be our neighbors during this season of life. We have been and are fortunate to share a very special love with each other. Both of you have shown us what true commitment really means and we admire and appreciate all that we have learned and are learning from your example.
We Love You,
Bob & Margaret
Susan Hanna
July 21, 2021
My deepest sympathy to the family. I am sure his loss will be felt by all.
Brenda Bailey
July 20, 2021
Dan has suffered for a long time and now he is at peace. May his family feel the love of God as they struggle with the grieving process as they accept the loss of their loved one.
Jane Corbin
July 20, 2021
Dan was always a.fun and funny guy when we were young and growing up in Wilmington together, dating and trying to navigate our high school and college years as friends. We lost touch over the years and. I moved away but I will always have special memories of you and Beth together and the crazy things we did. Love you, Jane
Deborah Railey
July 20, 2021
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
J e a n Godwin
July 20, 2021
I did not have the privilege of meeting Dan, but I followed his illness t h r o u g h my friendship with his wonderful wife Beth. She demonstrated a daily devotion that was remarkable to follow. Dan received excellent c a r e, benefiting from b e t h s experience as a registered nurse. The ladies at the pool are all of the same mind, and that is, if you ever have a major illness, be sure Beth is in your corner. She was the devoted wife and personified the oath, in sickness and in health till death do us part. My dear friend Beth, k n o w that how you handle your daily life was my inspiration 4 trying to do better job with mine. Having your friendship is my privilege.
Lillian Tompa
July 20, 2021
My deepest condolences for you Beth, I have been in the church community for approx . One year. And remember meeting you ,your husband is in my prayer list. So sorry .
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