Geraldine C. Forshee

1927 - 2010

Geraldine C. Forshee, 82, of Groton, passed away Thursday, Oct. 7, 2010 at the Groton Nursing Facility. Mrs. Forshee was born Nov. 7, 1927 in Oswego, a daughter of the late Lawrence and Mary (Garrison) Crissy, and graduated from Oswego High School. She continued her education afterward, having graduated from the Auburn School of Nursing, and completing intern training at Auburn Memorial Hospital. Being a resident of Groton for most of her life, she was employed for 39 years as a Registered Nurse at Cortland Memorial Hospital. Geraldine was a Grand Matron of Honor and member of the Groton O.E.S. for over 60 years, and was a member of the Groton Community Church. She enjoyed crocheting and knitting, and for many years provided hats, mittens, and Afghan blankets for hospital babies. She is survived by her three children, Lawrence E. (Ruth) Forshee of Groton, Vivian M. Lamonico of Cortland and David R. (Janet) Forshee of Groton; seven grandchildren, six great-grandchildren, and a
nephew, Kevin Holly of Florida. She was predeceased by her husband of 57 years, Robert E. Forshee on Oct. 27, 2007, and by her sister, Shirley Holly. Funeral services will be held Monday, Oct. 11, at 1:00 pm at the Shurtleff Funeral Home, 103 Lincoln Ave., Groton, with the Rev. David Ashby officiating. There are no prior calling hours. Interment will be in
Virgil Cemetery. Contributions may be made to the Groton Community Church, U.C.C. or to the Pediatric Ward at Cortland Regional Medical Center.