Gordon Jay Geers

June 24, 1923 - February 6, 2021

Gordon Jay Geers, 97, passed peacefully at home February 6, 2021. Beloved husband of Mary (Marie) F. Geers for 71 years. Gordon is survived by his children Marilyn (Jim) Welch, Ron (Jackie) Geers, Carol (Marty) Limpert, 8 Grandchildren: Chris & Mat Welch, Scott & Brad Geers, Kyle, Keith, Kurt Limpert and Kelly Richardson, 14 great grandchildren and his twin brother Roy Geers. Gordon was a devoted husband and family man who enjoyed life and was a friend to all he met. After serving honorably in the U.S. Navy during WWII, Gordon went on to receive a Master’s Degree in Engineering from Washington University. He had a long and successful career at Monsanto and in retirement traveled the world with the love of his life, Marie. Gordon had many interests from fishing, camping and bowling to square dancing and golf. He was very active with his church, managing numerous construction and beautification projects. We will miss him dearly, but his legacy of love, kindness and character will live on. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Alzheimer Association 9370 Olive Blvd. St. Louis, MO 63132-3253 (www.alz.org.) Family and friends can review and share stories, photos and condolences online at www.stlfuneral.com and follow details of others in the community at www.facebook.com/stlchapelhill.