Donald R. Geater
Sue, Ray and your entire families. Please accept my sincere condolences. Sue - you & I have shared so much over the years. Please know I am thinking of you!! Love, Di
Diana Dietzman Chapman Neal
Cedar Rapids
IA
Rusty I am so sorry to hear about Don. We found out today at the hospital with mom. Don was a very special person. I drove by the Log today and was thinking about him. The world will not be the same without him. Julia and Randy Coons
Julia Harbaugh Coons
Marion
IA
Deb~ I am so sorry to hear about your loss. It seems like just the other day I saw your dad and he was doing good. I wish to offer you my sympathy in your loss. If you need anything let me know. Heather, Dakota, and Dylan Prohaska
Heather Prohaska
Cedar Rapids
IA
Joyce Sorry to hear about Don. I know he will be missed dearly. You have my deepest sympathy. Diana and family
Diana Biddle
williamsfield
IL
My thoughts and prayers go out to the whole family. Remember all the GOOD TIMES. There were many I will remember. Carol Snyder
Carol Snyder
Cedar Rapids
IA
From all the Andersen family, Mike, Cathy, Marty, Merle and Cheryl are deepest heart felt feelings. We all had so many good times with Don. One last time for Don, "Go Hawks". Godspeed.
Merle Andersen
Kill Devil Hills
NC
Joyce and family, we are sorry to hear about your loss. I remember Uncle Don like it was yesterday even though I have not seen everyone in many years. I will pray for peace for you and your family and again am deeply sorry for your great loss.
Starr Hannifin and Family
Wellington
FL
Very saddened to hear of Geaters passing - we have all lost a great man, whether family or friend. I can tell you he is probably sitting with Flounder right now, having a cold one and arguing back & forth about something. Another Cedar Rapids Institution is now gone. The hurt will never go away, it's not supposed to. It means we loved and cared for him deeply. Time will make it easier to bear and ease the deep grief. Remember and rejoice in the good times & memories, that is what Geater would want. Thanks for the memories "Big Boy"
Kevin Torner
Cedar Rapids
IA
I send condolences to all the Geater family. He and his twin sister, Dorothy were 7th grade students at Harrison #2 school in 1942-43, and I enjoyed very much being his teacher. I'm sure we will all be missing him.
Harleen Waldorf
Vinton
IA
I was one of those lucky enough to know 'Geater', also lucky enough to share a cold one and watch an Iowa game with him at the Cabin! What a great guy! To his family, may warm memories comfort you during this difficult time. Sincere condolences...
Nicky Sharpe
IA
Deb and family, So sorry to hear about Don. He was such a great friend of the Ness family, always there when needed. He scared the ---- out of me, but the Ness' always said there was no one better to have on your side than Geater. He always sponsored "Big John's " racing. He will truely be missed by us all. God Bless you all. Rest in peace Don. John and Debi Ness and family
Debi and John Ness
Cedar Rapids
IA
Rusty and Family, My sincere condolences. Geater was a one of a kind and will always remain that way for me. I enjoyed all he has done and been for me. I will greatly miss him.
Mary Kacere
Cedar Rapids
IA
Joyce, Jason and family: I am very sorry to hear of Don's passing. It seems like just yesterday I was babysitting for Jason and was lucky enough to make a trip to the Peach Bowl with you. He will be missed and I wish your family peace and love. Jennifer Colburn (Shimek)
Jennifer Shimek-Colburn
Cedar Rapids
IA
Dear Rusty & family; I was saddened to hear of Geator's passing. Even though I no longer live in Cedar Rapids, the fun times & great memories will be with me forever of him & the "Log Cabin Family"...may you find comfort in knowing he was fondly loved, even though he could be pretty stubborn (haha) and will never be forgotten. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Take care, Julie
Julie Hime
IA
Joyce and Jason, I was saddened to hear about our loss. Don was a special person and his absence will be noticed. He was a good friend and a great neighbor. Words always fail me in situations like this, know that you have my heartfelt sympathy. Jim
Jim Wire
Waterloo
IA
Rusty, Jason & Family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Don was truly one of a kind. You were always wonderful neighbors and friends. We will miss him and cherish the memories we now hold so much dearer. Love to you.
Amy VanOort
Robins
IA
Rusty , my thoughts are with you and your family. Cedar Rapids lost one of its legends. Back in the day , never a dull moment when he and my father were together. Don was a good man , period. He will surely be missed by many .
Carl Tischer
lake havasu city
AZ
Rusty and Family, Our hearts go out to you all. Wish we could be there with you. We just found out from Mike (he called us from Cedar Rapids). Jerry has hit an all-time low on hearing about Don. We will always cherish the wonderful memories of the great times we've had with you all and please know our thoughts and prayers are with you. The Dyers, Jerry and Phyllis
Jerry and Phyllis Dyer
Harrison
OH
Deb and family, Our sympathies. Sorry to hear of your loss, you're in our thoughts. Curly and Rita
Larry & Rita Jamison
Iowa City
IA
Rusty, we will dearly miss our friend Don, we enjoyed his company at the Red Lion. I will miss him coming to Nelson's and getting his New York strip and two hot dogs for you. He will always be in our heart and we will have a few Bubwisers for him.... Miss him already. Deb and Dale
Deb and Dale
Cedar Rapids
IA
My sincerest thoughts and prayers go out to Don's family for their loss. His son, Jason, and my son Corey were best friends all through school and Mrs Geater was our children's teacher at Wright School. She was their favorite teacher of all. We thought the world of them both and they were just about the cutest couple you would ever see. He called her "Red" and she called him "Geater". Corey has fond memories of Cubs games and other road trips where he was invited to go with the Geaters. He adored Don, who always had a way of keeping the boys in line, yet keeping them laughing with his sharp wit and sense of humor. May God hold him in His arms and give him peaceful sleep. Don, you were loved by so many and you will be missed by all. Joyce, stay strong and know you will be with Don again someday and share eternal life together. Pam, Corey, and Chevonne Clayton
Pam Clayton
Cedar Rapids
IA
Dear Geater Family~ Please accept my deepest sympathy over your loss. I pray that you will find comfort in each other and in God during this difficult time. May His peace be with you.
Pamela Henry
Fountain Valley
CA
Rusty,I was so sorry to here of Don's passing.He really was one of a kind.My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.
Ron Ashlock
Cedar Rapids
IA
Our condolences go out to you and the family. We will really miss Geator! so many good times and so much fun with everyone. Things just haven't been the same since the flood and we could not see our good friends at the Log Cabin. Please know we are praying for you all. God Bless you all and yes you did have one the best men we knew.
Tom & Sharon Malloy
Cedar Rapids
IA
Rusty- I know your loss is a huge. My thoughts and prayers go out too you. Sharon Camp Fort Worth, TX Sue and Ray- I know your pain. You are in my heart and thoughts always. Sue your dad will always be in my past memories of us. We love you. Sharon, Joe & kids Fort Worth, TX
Sharon Camp
Fort Worth
TX
Joyce...How sad to hear of your loss. Geater was a great guy...one to always remember with a smile. I know you and your family will certainly feel a great loss. I doubt that I make it to the service since there is a snow storm predicted, but just know that my heart is with you and Jason and the rest of the families as well, even though we have not met them. Our school memories are so very precious as is our friendship. Do take care of yourself. We'll get together soon. With our love and sympathy, Dorothy & Lynn Long
Dorothy L. Long
Monmouth
IL
Hi Joyce, so sorry to hear about your husbands passing. Sorry I won't be able to make it to his service, but know that my thoughts and prayers are with you now and always. I hope to see you again this coming summer at our luncheons. Best Wishes, Dave
Dave Lewis
Monmouth
IL
Dear Joyce and family, S sorry to learn of your loss. Don had a heart of gold! Please know we share your sorrow in the loss of one so dear, and send to you and your family our deepest sympathy. Donna and Rich Plocher
Donna Plocher
Cedar Rapids
IA
Dear Joyce, I am sorry to hear about Don's passing. I remember how kind he was when the Wright teachers had a TGIF at the Log Cabin. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Carolyn
Carolyn M. Horton
Cedar Rapids
IA
We're thinking of you at this tough time. God Bless...Joan
Joan Darrah McVey
Tucson
AZ
I WILL MISS MY OLD BUDDY DON. ALWAYS A FRIEND AND A UNIQUE PERSON. GOD BLESS YOUR FAMILY AT THIS TIME... DICK LENTNER
rich 'DICK' LENTNER
CEDAR RAPIDS
IA
Russ, Sorry the weather would not let me make it up there, but I know Don is looking down on us and he knows I tried. If you need anything do not hessitate to call and we will be up to see you soon. Again I'm so sorry, I will miss him.
Gene & Keitha Shurtz
peoria
IL
Rusty and Family, My deepest sympathies go out to you at this time. My Father has lost who I would consider his closest and long time friend but the memories they shared will live on.
Jamee Tischer
Cedar Rapids
IA
Sue, Ray & Geater Family: So sorry for your loss. Know you are in our thoughts and prayers. With love, Burney & Betty Smith
Bumey/Betty Smith
White Cloud
MI
So sorry for your loss and our deepest sympathy to you.
Dick and Harriet Mahoney
Urbana
IA
Sue and Ray, Barb and I know your loss is great. Our hearts, thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time. May God's grace be a comfort to each of in the coming days.
David and Barb Jones
Apple Valley
MN
Aunt Joyce I'm so sorry to hear about Uncle Don's passing. Uncle Don was a super great character, he always made me giggle & laugh. And the jokes he would tell will always be remember forever. Uncle Don will be sadly missed.