Marion I. Geiger

Marion I. (Kelly) Geiger was born to James P. Kelly and Stella M. (Becker) Kelly on October 29, 1930, in Exeter, Nebraska, and passed away on April 20, 2025 in Geneva, Nebraska, at the age of 94 years 5 months and 22 days. She was one of ten children in her family. She attended country school, St. Stephen’s Catholic School, and graduated from Exeter High School with the class of 1948. She was married to Arnold L. Geiger on November 23, 1948, at St. Stephen’s Catholic Church in Exeter, Nebraska. Marion and Arnie were blessed with two children, Nancy and Jay. The family resided on the family farm where Arnie was born and raised. Marion spent 64 wonderful years on that farm, during which time she helped with all cattle and hog operations. She also farmed alongside Arnie during all those years. She was a strong-willed, witty, tough woman who radiated pure grace. She led with love and never wavered in her beliefs. She constantly demonstrated how one should live with faith at the center of their life. Marion taught CCD for many years. She served on the Altar Society as President. She was so proud of all of her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Marion is survived by her children: daughter Nancy Waldron and husband Dale of Exeter, Nebraska and son Jay Geiger and wife Diane of Fairmont, Nebraska; grandchildren: Lindsey (Justin) Nelson, Christopher Waldron, Austin (Autumn) Waldron, Megan (fiancé Colton) Waldron, Corey (Christy) Geiger, Kacee (Brandon) Thompson, Kayla (Sam) Otte, and Jonah Geiger; and great-grandchildren: Leo Nelson, Olivia Nelson, Riddick Waldron, Alaina Waldron, Devyn Geiger, Knox Geiger, Elyse Thompson, Audrey Thompson, and Henry Otte; sister: Kathleen Rupert; and a host of other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Arnie, and eight brothers and sisters. A Mass Of Christian Burial for Marion was held on Thursday, April 24, 2025 at 10:00 a.m. at St. Stephen Catholic Church in Exeter, Nebraska. Father Brendan Kelly presided over the Mass. Agnes Anderson was the organist and Karen Filip was the Cantor. They accompanied the congregation in the singing of “Here I Am Lord,” “Be Not Afraid,” “All That I Am,” “An Irish Blessing,” and “Only A Shadow.” Pallbearers included Christopher Waldron, Austin Waldron, Justin Nelson, Corey Geiger, Jonah Geiger, Brandon Thompson, and Sam Otte. Honorary pallbearers included Dr. Lindsey Waldron, Megan Waldron, Kacee Thompson, and Kayla Otte. A Graveside Service was held in the Exeter Cemetery following the Mass. Farmer & Son Funeral Home was in care of the arrangements and online condolences can be left at www.farmerandsonfuneralhome.com Memorials are suggested to the St. Stephen Catholic Church.

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Marion I. Geiger

October 29, 1930 - April 20, 2025