Birth date: Dec 28, 1928 Death date: Oct 19, 2015
Mary Ellen Geldert born December 28, 1928 in Brooklyn, NY and passed away October 19, 2015 in Shreveport, LA. Preceded in death by husband, Vance Corey Geldert; parents Fred and Helen Bahn. Survived by 3 children, Doug Geldert, Ma Read Obituary
We will wear Leopard print proudly and forever think of and Miss You ALWAYS! What an Amazing, Loving and Vivacious, Grandmother & Great Grandmother you were to me & Ryleigh! I was truly blessed to have you a part of my life and daughters life thank you for giving us that precious gift of You! XOXOXO Always in our heart Love you, Wendy & Ryleigh
What a great mother-in-law!! She gave me almost 30 years of love and laughter. A treasured memory was getting her together with her best friend Frank whom she knew since childhood. They had not seen each other in forty years. Mary and I had them together in New Orleans for Christmas 2010. What a fun time with those two in The Big Easy. I had just lost both parents that year and those two adopted me as their new son. I would not trade the last four years of her living with Mary and I for anything in this world. I will miss her greatly. Keith
What a special personality – happy , laughing, funny is how we remember her even though we did not know her well. Thank God she had her guardian angels (Mary and Keith) to care for her, laugh with her, cry with her and show her unconditional love. We will pray for her and family as another generation passes on. God Bless! Peace and Love , Kevin & Colleen Gunter
Mary Ellen – my lifelong friend, who as a teenager, introduced me to the one who was to become the love of my life, your best friend Jean. We shared a wonderful friendship, one that lasted a lifetime – from WWII (1940) until now…so many good memories. From "the brother you never had" …rest in peace dearest friend. You will be sorely missed but your spirit will always live on. Love, Frank
Some of my favorite memories of Grandma are watching her lovingly dote over her mom when I first met her. Eating at Ponchos. Our trip to Chicago to see Oprah. She was amazing. She was in her late 70's yet she didn't complain about walking around Chicago all day long. What a trooper. Her forever stylish belts and sunglasses. She had selective hearing. She'd often say, "Huh?" when you were talking right to her. But I remember making a whispered comment all the way across the room once when I was in my early 20's. And she answered me! Busted. She was sharp as a tack and had a heart a big as they come. Love you forever Grandma!!
One of my favorite memories of Mary Ellen was when I was caring for her one day, and she asked me to lay down beside her for a chat. Well, she ended up telling me the story of her life. Her modeling days, her husband, and of course her children. They meant everything to her! She loved people, and she loved to have fun! She was fun!!! She will be very missed!!! Rita
Days of Sunshine Bouquet was purchased for the family of Mary Geldert.
Lit a candle in memory of Mary Geldert
From when I was a child all the way until her last days…. My Grandma was ALWAYS dressed up & ready to go!! -She was a Fire Cracker & could always make you laugh & smile!! She & I would get together & have SO Much Fun!! We'd eat ice cream, listen to old music, dance, talk about life, & laugh for hours!! She was one of my Favorite people in the whole world… She was one of my Best Friends!! I have always been very proud of my grandma. Anyone that met her & got to know her all agreed… She was beautiful both inside & out. -She was a Class Act. -One of a Kind!! God Bless You Grandma.. I Love You with ALL my Heart!! (You always told me there are No Goodbyes)… So, I'll see you soon!!
I can remember spending part of the summers at the Marriott Hotel Swimming Pool with your Mom and how much joy she got out of the littlest things and how much joy she brought to everyone around her. She always made me feel welcome and was always the perfect hostess. She has a special place in my heart
