Sara George Geiger

Sara George Geiger, 100, born October 24, 1908 to James W. and Adelle J. Stewart in Rome GA, passed away June 13, 2009. She moved to Green Cove Springs in 1922. She was preceded in death by her husband of 54 years, Clifford L. Geiger, Sr. Sara was a long time leader and member of the First United Methodist Church in Green Cove Springs, the Women’s Club, VIA, Clay County Historical Society and many other civic organizations. Sara worked for the Clay County Welfare Agency, Clay County Clerk of the Circuit Court, co-owned several retail stores with Clifford in Green Cove Springs, but was best known for her many years of dedication to Hickory Grove Cemetery. She was very involved in city and county government. Sara also enjoyed bridge, solitaire, traveling and “dark chocolate”. Sara is survived by her two sons, Clifford L. Jr., (Faye), Stewart Reid (Madeline); 10 grandchildren, 17 great grandchildren and 6 great-great grandchildren. The family would like to offer special thanks to her caregiver and friend, Connie Jackson, as well as the nurses and aides at Cypress Village Healthcare Center, Jacksonville, FL. Please send memorial contribution’s in her memory to Hickory Grove Cemetery 3406 Brown Road, Green Cove Springs, FL 32043 or the charity of your choice. A visitation is scheduled 6-8 PM, Monday, June 15, 2009 at the funeral home. A funeral service will be held 11 AM, Tuesday, June 16, 2009 at First United Methodist Church with Rev. Joe Barrie officiating. Burial will immediately follow at Hickory Grove Cemetery. Please sign the family’s online register book at www.broadusraines.com. Arrangements are under the care of Broadus-Raines Funeral Home, 501 Spring St., Green Cove Springs, FL (904) 284-4000.To view the VIDEO TRIBUTE, click the following link: http://brfhtributes.com/SGGeiger_June2009.htm