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John Geise Obituary
He was born in Brooklyn, N.Y., on Oct. 26, 1954 the son of John J. "Jack" Geise II of Leesburg, Fla., and Joan (Aufenanger) Geise of Dallas, Pa. He was raised on Long Island and in Pennsylvania. He attended the College of Miseracodia in Pennsylvania were he received degrees in nutrition as well as hotel management.
John enjoyed a long career with casino resorts, beginning in 1978 with the openings of Merv Griffin Resorts and The Golden Nugget. Most recently, he was a butler at Foxwoods Resort Casino. He had also been employed as a realtor for Prudential Pequot Properties for the past two years. When he first moved to Mystic, John founded the Sandy Hollow Garden Market.
He was a communicant of St. Patrick Church, Mystic. Known for his kind manner, he enjoyed boating, antiquing, and fine entertaining.
John was married to Jennifer (Gregg) Geise in Grafton, Vt., on June 1, 1996. In addition to his wife and parents, he is survived by his children, John James "Jack" Geise IV and Mary Hope Geise; his siblings, Barbara Story of Rochester, N.Y., Lorraine Wilkinson of Philadelphia and Eagles Mere, Pa., Christine McKernan of Skippack, Pa., and Girard Geise of Shavertown, Pa.; and his stepmother, Doris Geise of Florida.
John's family will greet relatives and friends at The Dinoto Funeral Home, 17 Pearl Street, Historic downtown Mystic on Wednesday from 5 to 8 p.m. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. Patrick Church, E. Main Street, Mystic on Thursday at 10:30 a.m. Burial is private.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made payable to Edward Jones, 55 Federal Street, Suite 250, Greenfield, MA 01301 for an educational trust fund to benefit John's children.
For obituary information, directions, or to send his family a note of remembrance/condolence, please visit www.dinotofuneral.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for John Geise
Steve Sagraves
February 25, 2007
Jennifer,
I was so sorry to hear of the sudden loss of your wonderful husband you shared with me about, on our flight to Orlando from DC. It sounds like he was an awesome DAD and HUSBAND. I want you to remember our Heavenly Father will take care and comfort you and your family like He is John right now. You seem like a wonderful MOM. I hope your time in Orlando was a RESTFUL and FUN time for you'all. I didn't get to tell you this, but I prayed before my trip that God would give me someone to minister to and wouldn't you know it, he did. Whether it was me just listening, something I said, or just being able to pray for you now. It had to be of God to rearrange the seating around to where you sat down right next to me after I took my seat. God is so good! Just know we are praying for you and your family, and know that God will continue to keep you and your lovely kids in the palm of His hand. "Faith"
Barbara Story
February 23, 2007
We would like thank everyone who has taken a moment to write. John touched so many and we truly appreciate your thoughts and kind words at this very sad time.
Mary Mills
February 10, 2007
To John's family,
I am an operator at Foxwoods and we had to page John alot when we received a request for a butler. John was always very pleasant even when it seemed like everyone needed a butler at once. He was always so patient and so kind to
all of us. I will never forget John. I am truly sorry for your loss. My prayers are with all of you.
Martin Breslin
February 7, 2007
Dear Jenny and family, I was very saddened to hear the news of John. He was a great guy and will forever be remembered. Please know that you are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Rachael Hilton
February 6, 2007
Dear John's Family, I am very sorry about your loss. I can't imagine the pain you are feeling. I had the pleasure of working with John at foxwoods casino. I used to babysit for the highrollers children after work and he would bring me ice cream sundaes. He was so kind and generous. He didnt have a mean bone in his body. He alwasy talked about his kids. He was such a proud father and husband. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. He will be missed but in our heatrs forever.
Jeannine Sicard Smith
February 2, 2007
Dear Jen: I was so saddened to read of your loss. I don't know if you remember me. I retired from the vna and although I never have met your husband, I do recall your being very pregnant and looking gorgeous and feeling so proud. My heart goes out to all of you and I want you to know that my 3 children were the same ages as yours when their dad died and they are super kids now through the help and love of family and friends. I know your children will take the same path and always have wonderful memories of their wonderful dad.You're a strong and beautiful lady and I know that you will be able to get through each day with the help of your friends and family. My prayers and thoughts are with you. God bless.
Kristine Dreher
February 2, 2007
To John's Family:
I only learned of John's passing last night while attending a dinner with my family. I was shocked of course. I am truly sorry for this sudden loss in your lives. I met John when I worked as a Housekeeping Manager at Foxwoods and they were starting up the Butler Service. John was always a pleasure to talk to and always had a kind word. I know your family will truly miss him. My prayers are with you all at this time.
John Dwyer
January 31, 2007
Dear Jennifer & Family,
Please accept my deepest regrets for your loss. John and I worked together in Atlantic City. He was always a fine man. What can one say?
Michael Sheehan
January 31, 2007
Dear Jennifer: I had the pleasure of knowing and helping John with several of his busines ventures over the past few years and he was always energetic and enthusiastic. But above all, he was always honest and kind. I will miss him very much, and please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Christine Barron
January 31, 2007
Dear Jen,
We were all deeply saddened to hear the tragic news. John always brightened our day with his contagious smile. He really was a gentleman through and through. He will be sorely missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the children.
Michael Blair
January 31, 2007
I so enjoyed buying my furnature from John when he had his business on Sandy Hollow Road. The storys he told were great. Our paths crossed again when he stored his boat at the American Velvet Factory in Stonington. After that it was so good to have him join us at Prudential Ct. He was a person we all liked and respected. We enjoyed hearing the pride in his voice as he spoke about this family in those moments at work. I will continue to think of John as I work in my garden. He was a great guy. May God be with you at this time.
Jeanette & Norman McNeil
January 31, 2007
Dear Geise Family
We send our deepest sympathy to you, You are in the thoughts of so many. Jennifer, you may not remember me, but you came to my mother-in-laws home last April (Christine McNeil).You were so commpassionate & helpful in her hour of need & I thank you so much. Now, I am sure people who knew John & you will be there to comfort you & your family. God Bless You
Barbara Sullivan
January 31, 2007
I am so sorry for your loss. John epitomized professionalism through his appearance, eloquence, and soft spoken manner. When he spoke of his family and young children, you could see they were the prizes of his life. Recently, his eyes lit up when he showed me the invitation for his daughter's birthday. I am sure he will watch over you forever. He will be sadly missed by all who had the pleasure of knowing him.
Jennifer Barnett
January 31, 2007
Jen, Jack and Miss Hope,
I am deeply sorry to hear of your loss. John was a wonderful father, husband and example of what a man should be. By being himself, he put something wonderful in the world that was not there before.
My love and thoughts are with you.
Barbara Ericson
January 31, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers to all of you during this time.
Sincerely,
Foxwoods Limo Department
Stanley Thiamegos
January 31, 2007
Jennifer,
I would like to express my deepest sympathy for your loss. I worked with John at Resorts in Atlantic City, NJ - Butler Department. I have many fond memories of John. God Bless you and your family.
Joe and Beverly Morrone
January 31, 2007
Dear Jennifer and children,
We were so sorry to hear about your loss. No words can take away the hurt you are going through. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. God Bless.
January 30, 2007
Jenny, Jack and Hope
Our hearts and prayers are with you during your time of sorrow. We are so sorry.
Rod & Gerry Lawrence (Brattleboro,Vt)
Dave and Jennifer Hiscox
January 30, 2007
Jennifer, Jack & Hope,
We are truly sorry for the loss of John. He was a special person. With may great qualities. He made a work night go by quickly with his humor. I thank god for allowing us the chance to get to know a person like him. He is greatly missed. No words can express the amount of sadness or shock this tragedy has brought. He will truly be missed.
TAMI KERSTETER
January 30, 2007
DEAR GEISE FAMILY, WE ARE SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. YOU ARE IN OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS.THE STAFF AT SOMEWHERE IN TIME.
John Barton
January 30, 2007
Please accept my condolences on your loss. John was a very fine man. I am a Butler at Resorts in A.C. and people still speak fondly of John even though it has been 10 years since he worked here.God Bless you all.
Dominique Lassell
January 30, 2007
Dear Geise family,
We are so saddened by your loss and cannot imagine the great pain you must be feeling right now.
We remember John as being such a nice, gentle and soft spoken man.
Please accept our most sincere sympathy during this very difficult time.
Carl and Dominique Lassell
Lassell's Carpet Center
Alicia Tucker
January 30, 2007
Dear Jennifer and children.I'm deeply sorry to hear about you'r loss. I worked with john about 5 yrs ago.When i first met john he welcomed me into the villas where he worked as a butler with open arms we all were like a small little family in our own way. I just can't believe this has happened to a wonderful guy.John will be missed but never forgotten!
Kimarie Rustine
January 30, 2007
Jenny,
I was so shocked and saddened when I got the news about John this morning. I am so very sorry. There really are no words for something like this. John was such a great guy. Terese and I were reminiscing about hanging out at John's house in that little front room of his house on Country Club...we had some good times and some great laughs didn't we? I have a lot of great memories of John and will always remember him. I'll never forget how he didn't like to wash dinner dishes until the next day! I always enjoyed that concept! I think he also saved me from literally drowning my first time in an ocean if memory serves me correctly...I will miss him and am so sorry I am unable to make it for his service. I know you will find strength you never thought you had Jenny...and you will get through this. My prayers, thoughts and deepest condolences will be with you and your children during this time. I will talk to you real soon.
Love,
Kimarie
Valenti Ford Service
January 30, 2007
Dear Geise Family,
Our hearts go out to you at this difficult time. God bless you all.
Theresa Mahmood
January 30, 2007
Dear Geise Family,
I would like to express my deepest sympathy for your tragic loss. My thoughts & prayers are with your family.
January 30, 2007
I feel deeply for the loss of John. I hope that his family and friends can rebuild. It was not his time. Sorry for your loss. Holly T.
E.H.
January 30, 2007
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man."
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2007
Susan Mesmer
January 30, 2007
Jennifer,
I really don't know what to say, except we are deeply sorry and saddened by your loss. I don't know if you remember us but John, Bill, Bridget and Billy go back a long way. John is our son Billy's godfather. We talked to John not to long ago and he told us how happy he was and how he loved his children. He was such a soft spoken, fun loving and caring person. He will be sadly missed by all that knew and loved him as we do. We are unable to attend the services but we will be with you always.
Love from all of us,
Bill, Sue, Bridget and Billy Mesmer
January 30, 2007
Dear Geise Family, Just wanted to let you know that there are many out there praying and thinking of you all during this sad time. This has been a loss for the whole community. May God be with you all and know that your loved one will always be a part of you. The Pratt Family
Natalie Walters
January 30, 2007
Dear Jennifer, My heart is with you and your family. Natalie Walters
Bob & Tara Restivo
January 30, 2007
Jen,
There are no words to express to you and the kids how very very sorry we are to hear of this sad news. I read the Day paper online often, and yesterday when I was reading about this accident, I immediately frooze. Not only did I know John but my son also had played with the Cameron when we lived in Mystic. I wish I could get back to Ct. to give you a big hug and tell you how very sorry I am. Jen you are a very strong willed woman and with the love that you have for your children and the friends and family you have ,I know God will help you through this. Please know that Bob and I are thinking about you and the kids and we will pray that you continue to find the strength to get through this thats what John would want you to do. love & prayers from The Restivos in VA.
KATHLEEN SILVIA
January 30, 2007
JOHN ,EVEN THOUGH WE WORKED TOGETHER OVER THE PAST 10 YEARS, WE DIDNT KNOW EACH OTHER THAT WELL, BUT THE TIMES WE DID TALK LET ME KNOW JUST HOW MUCH OF A CARING FRIENDLY AND KIND PERSON YOU WERE. I WILL MISS YOU. KATHLEEN GRAVE REP IN ROOM SERVICE
Sherry Fritzsche
January 30, 2007
Jen-
Alfie and I were so sorry to hear of John's sudden passing. He will be sorely missed by all who knew him. May your memories help comfort you. Our thought and prayers are with you during this difficult period.
love,
Alfie and Sherry
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