Geraldine (Gerry) Irene Fahnle

Born in Newhall, IA on March 1, 1922
Departed on July 16, 2009. Resided in Cedar Rapids, IA.

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Geraldine (Gerry) Irene Fahnle 87, of Cedar Rapids, died Thursday July 16, 2009 in Mercy Medical Center following an extended illness. Funeral Mass will be 1:00 p.m. Saturday at St. Jude’s Catholic Church by the Rev. Mark Reasoner. A visitation will be held 5-7 p.m. Friday, at Cedar Memorial Westside Chapel.
Burial: Watkins Cemetery.

Geraldine is survived by her husband of 67 years, George, five children, Louise Michal, Lutz, Florida, Bruce (Sharon) Fahnle, Inman S.C., Jacob (Theresa) Fahnle, Sarah (Robert) Essig, Pete (Julie) Fahnle , all of the Cedar Rapids area, a sister Luella Johnson of Vinton, 12 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren.

Geraldine was preceded in death by her son-in-law, Joe Michal , 2 grandsons and 5 brothers and sisters. She was an active member of St. Jude’s Catholic Church. She loved to play bingo, cards and visit the casino.

Geraldine was born March 1, 1922 in Newhall, Iowa, the daughter of Albert and Julia (Sevening) Boddicker. She married George Fahnle at St. Patrick’s Church in Cedar Rapids and attended Paris Beauty School of Cosmetology.

Gerry took great pride in her family and children. She felt they were the greatest accomplishment of her life.

Words can not express our deep thanks and appreciation for Dr. Mary Anne Nelson, Sr. Mary Carol Cramer, Hallmar Care Center and most especially the people at Hiawatha Care Center. You are truly angels that touched, helped and made a difference to our mother during her time here with us and on her journey home to her Father.

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