Geraldine Ann "Gerry" Smith's obituary , Passed away on November 17, 2024 in Park Ridge, Illinois

Geraldine Ann "Gerry" Smith

October 25, 1938 - November 17, 2024 (86 years old)

Park Ridge, Illinois

Geraldine Ann "Gerry" Smith's obituary , Passed away on November 17, 2024 in Park Ridge, Illinois

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Ryan-Parke Funeral Home

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Geraldine Ann "Gerry" Smith

October 25, 1938 - November 17, 2024 (86 years old)

Park Ridge, Illinois

Geraldine Ann Smith Obituary

In loving memory of Geraldine Ann Smith of Park Ridge, Illinois, born in Elgin, Illinois, who departed this world on November 17, 2024 at the age of 86. Geraldine leaves behind a legacy remembered by family and friends. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Geraldine Ann Smith to pay them a last tribute.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Kay Sorn and Frank Sorn; her husband Pat; her brother Thomas; her mother-in-law Carol; and her sister-in-law Terry.

She is survived by: her children, Kathleen Douglass, Rick Smith (Betty Lou), Cyndi Smith (Basem Harb) and Gretchen Miller (Brian); her grandchildren, Stephanie, Michael Smith, Hannah, Thali Douglass, Brady, Sean and Danny Miller; her sisters, Dottie, Maggie and Peggy; and her sisters-in-law, Loretto and Kathy.

In 2011 she took very ill with a SARS-COVID like virus, putting her on the brink of death several times.

In lieu of flowers or gifts, the family recommends a donation in Gerry's honor to Lemons of Love (http://www.lemonsoflove.org).

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Ryan-Parke Funeral Home



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Ryan-Parke Funeral Home
120 S NW Hwy, Park Ridge, IL 60068

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Nov 22

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Saint Paul of the Cross Church
320 S Washington Ave, Park Ridge, IL 60068

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