Geraldine was educated in the St. Louis City School System of Vashon High School along with her other siblings Rosetta, Juanita Olivia Mary Terrell, and Dolores. She also outlived four brothers, Lawrence, Ellis, James, and Richard.
She was destined to be a great nurse, but chose marriage early, and had three amazing children: Cheryl, Lafayette, and Charles.
She was a devoted mother who loved her children and loved travel and spending quality time with her family. She enjoyed crocheting, sewing, and knitting early in life, and teaching her siblings and children these talents.
She was always affectionately addressed as "Sister" by all the family.
Geraldine is survived by her children - Cheryl Conway, Charles Lockhart, grandchildren - Craig, Shea, Brandi, Minnie, Shawn, Avon & PaviElle, Phillip, great-grandchildren - Orule, Nkechidindu, Udochi, Eliaah, Ola, Remy sister - Delores Lawson, and a host of nieces and nephews and friends.