Geraldine S. Peck (nee Komidar), affectionately known as “Gerry,” died peacefully at her home in Chester Township on Nov. 11, 2022, surrounded by family and loved ones. She was 84. Gerry was born April 23, 1938, to her late mother and father, Eleanor (nee Stagerwald) and William Komidar, in Cleveland, and is preceded in death by her brother, William “Larry” (Donna) Komidar. She married John D. Peck on May 14th 1966. Gerry was a kind and loving soul, who inspired everyone she met. She was a lover of all things beautiful and a devout Catholic who loved singing in her church’s choir. An advocate for the pro-life movement, Gerry spent her career as a registered nurse where she cared for the elderly in various nursing homes across Northeast Ohio. Gerry was a remarkable woman who touched the lives of many with her kindness, sweet words and compassion. She loved gardening, camping with her children and always tried to make the world a better place for everyone she encountered. Gerry is survived by her loving husband John Peck of 56 years, her sister, Cheryl (nee Komidar) Iannica, her son, John J. Peck (Carrie) Peck, son Daniel A. Peck, several nieces, nephews and cousins and her three beautiful grandchildren, Lilah Peck, Lina Peck and Eleanor Peck. Family and friends may call at Gattozzi and Son Funeral Home, 12524 Chillicothe Rd., Chesterland on Tuesday 4-7 pm. Mass of Christian Burial 10:00 am, Wednesday, November 16, 2022 at the Church of Saint Anselm, 12969 Chillicothe Rd., Chesterland. Interment at All Souls Cemetery in Chardon.
