Ms Geraldine Nash
November 13, 1935 - November 26, 2017
Geraldine Margaret Nash, 82, of Pekin, died at 8:56 PM on November 26, 2017 at OSF St. Francis. Geraldine was born on November 13, 1935 in Pekin to Milton and Katherine (Brumns) Haynes. She was raised by her mother and adopted father Edward Cohenour. She married Clarence Edward Nash on June 13, 1952, in Pekin. He preceded her in death on October 23, 2011. Geraldine’s survivors include: 4 daughters Geri Lynn (Rusty Ripsch) Williams, Debra Hinderliter, Drew Nash and Katherine (Tony Davis) Nash; 2 sons Warren “Ed” (Belynda) Nash and Mark (Tonya) Nash; all of Pekin; 3 sisters Mildred McComak of California, Jackie Happach and Becky Bustle of Pekin;1 brother Donald Cohenour; 14 grandchildren, 35 great-grandchildren and 2 great-great-grandchildren; and her precious dog, Princess. The family would like to thank all of her caretakers, especially Erica (great-granddaughter), Michelle and Donita. She is preceded in death by 1 son-in-law Jay Hinderliter and 3 sisters Janette Ilene, Judith Kay and Julie Ann. Geraldine dedicated her life to her family by being a loving wife, mother and grandmother. She was a Christian woman, attending Calvary Baptist and 1st Baptist Church in Pekin. A memorial service will be Monday, December 4th at 7 PM at 1st Baptist Church in Pekin, 700 S Capitol St, with an hour visitation from 6-7 PM. Memorials may be made to 1st Baptist Church in Pekin. Gary Deiters Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Inc. is assisting the family with arrangements.
Geraldine Margaret Nash, 82, of Pekin, died at 8:56 PM on November 26, 2017 at OSF St. Francis. Geraldine was born on November 13, 1935 in Pekin to Milton and Katherine (Brumns) Haynes. She was raised by her mother and adopted father Edward... View Obituary & Service Information