Geraldine K. Fore

Deannie was born in Salem, VA. She was a loving and devoted daughter, sister, wife, mother, sister-in-law, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend.

Deannie adored her well-kept rose garden. She was a member of Simpson United Methodist Church of Old Bridge, a doctor's assistant, hospital volunteer, Boy Scout and Cub Scout leader, and belonged to various garden and bridge clubs. She was also an accomplished diver and swimmer, hiker, dancer, wonderful cook, giver of hugs and smiles, and winner of Miss Roanoke, VA beauty pageant in 1938.

She was predeceased by her parents, George and Edna Mae Keith; her loving husband of 58 years, Boyd "Bud"; her brothers, Leslie, Harold, and Vernon, and her sisters, Mary and Auvrey. She is survived by her devoted children, Michael, of East Brunswick, NJ; David, and his wife, Linda, of N. Ft. Myers, FL; Diane Saya and her husband, Angelo, of Old Bridge, NJ; and Larry, of East Brunswick, NJ; grandchildren, great grandchildren, and many beloved nieces, nephews, sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law, their families, and many dear friends.

Cremation Services were private, and a graveside memorial service will take place in Virginia at a later date.

If so desired, donations in Deannie's memory may be made to: Visiting Nurse Assoc. of Central Jersey, 176 Riverside Ave., Red Bank, NJ 07701, Att: Foundation.

Michael Hegarty Funeral Home, Old Bridge, is in charge of arrangements. Condolences can be sent to www.hegartyfuneralhome.com