PHONE: (972) 562-2601 Anthony L. Geer November 18, 1915 - June 14, 2011 Anthony L. Geer, age 95, passed away peacefully on June 14, 2011 at Stonefield Assisted Living in McKinney, Texas with Elnora, his wife of 72 years, by his side. Anthony was born in Westminster, Texas on November 18, 1915 to Carl W. Geer and Avis Carmichael Geer. He graduated from McKinney High School in 1933 and from Metropolitan Business College in 1934. He had a long career in banking and real estate but his main mission in life was helping others. He taught many young people the banking business and he believed in and loved people. He lived his life for others. He was a Godly man and beloved by his family and friends. Anthony never retired. He believed in working and staying busy. Anthony married Elnora Horn on April 22, 1939. Four years after they graduated from high school, they attended a reunion together and two years later were married. At the time, Anthony worked for the Federal Land Bank in McKinney, Dallas and Kaufman. When World War II began he was drafted into the Navy and was stationed in the Philippines. When he returned from the war he started working at the First National Bank in Anna, Texas. At that time he and Elnora moved to Anna where they raised their family and have lived since 1946. He was preceded in death by his parents, C.W. and Avis Geer, brother Carl Edward Geer, sister Shirley Wallis and husband Wilbur, a granddaughter, Leslie Geer, and a great grandson, Chris Cawthon. He is survived by his wife, Elnora, of Anna; son Clyde A. Geer and wife Lu of McKinney, Texas; daughter Camille Cawthon and husband Scotty of Henderson, Texas; daughter Amoret Cain and husband G.G. of McKinney; daughter Avis Gibbs and husband Harry of Georgetown, Texas; brother Gene Geer and wife Polly; sister in law Mildred Geer; eight grandchildren, fourteen great-grandchildren; one greatgreat grandson; many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Visitation will be Friday, June17th from 6 pm to 8 pm at Turrentine Jackson Morrow in McKinney. Services will be Saturday, June 18th at 2 pm at the First Christian Church of Anna, interment at Elm Grove in Westminster immediately following the service.. Memorial donations may be made to the First Christian Church of Anna, P.O. Box 365, Anna, Texas 75409. To convey condolences or to sign an online registry, please visit www.tjmfuneral.com. Memorials
I'm Dorothy Jo, Easter Shaw's daughter. I'm so sorry to hear about the passing of your love one, Mr. Geer. I happened to be at the doctor's office, last year, and had the opportunity to see Mr. and Mrs. Geer. We had a great time cathcing up. When I thought of banking, I thought of the Anna Bank and Mr. Geer, among others. May God bless the family and give you peace and great memories. Lovingly, Dorothy Shaw and Mona Shaw Hartfield DOROTHY JO SHAW, JULY 11, 2011 In Denver, just read of his transition. Wanted to say that he and Buddy Hayes were very instrumental in my mother surviving a time after my father's death in 1961. They helped guide her. She went from being a stay at home housewife in the country to working. She often commented on how helpful they had been. During that time, in the 1950's, women who were married could not own property, and women's liberation had not come into play. People went to the banker for guidance. Just wanted Anthony's family to know he fulfilled a great service, during a time before women could wear pants to work. Like Betty Ford, he was a pioneer. May his legacy live on. CAROL BRADLEY DOUGLAS, JULY 11, 2011 clyde and family so very sorry to hear of your loss, we have loss so many good men, anthony, wimp reed, killiss melton. these men had a big part in the history of coolin county. god bless you all DAVIS WAYNE FOWLER, JULY 10, 2011 My deepest sympathy for your great loss. Mr. A L Geer was one of my favorite people... Always giving of himself and such a sweet spirit. I loved his calm smile and his dapper attire! It was an honor to know him and I will miss him gretly. Mr. Geer will forever live on in the memories of all of the people he impacted. Kind Regards, MIRANDA L SMITH, JUNE 24, 2011 Amoret and family, I am sorry for your loss. MARGARET LOUGENE KINDLE, JUNE 23, 2011 We are so sorry to hear of Anthony's death. We enjoyed knowing him and doing business with him and grateful he was so good to us. He will be missed
and have missed seeing him the last few years. DON & GLENDA HENBEST, JUNE 23, 2011 Clyde & Lu I am so sorry about your lost. I remember the good ole days at Wysongs when he would come to see The Wysongs, was always so sweet and most gracious. I never hear about these things until it's too late. I too lost my mother in January of this year. Just know that my thoughts and prayers are with all of you. I noticed that your mother is still living, that is wonderful. God is Good, Linda LINDA CARTER BARRON MERRIMAN, JUNE 23, 2011 In behalf of the Sammy D. Nelson family we are sad to hear of Mr. Geers passing. He was many things to "Sam" Nelson and our family. Banker, business advisor, investor, confidant and personal friend. We enjoyed many Board meetings of Texas Central Life Insurance Company together, where Mr Geer served for many years and to lend support to Sam and our family. His kind and character is a loss to us all. God bless his family, Jeff Nelson JEFF NELSON, JUNE 22, 2011 Clyde, Amoret and family, we extend our heart felt sympathy to you. What a wonderful man your dad was..."well done thy good and faithful servant!" RODNEY AND CINDY VAUGHAN, JUNE 21, 2011 So sorry to hear about your loss.i'm getting to that age where I need to pay more attention to the obits! You will all be in our thoughts & prayers...there's just no words that can take away the pain...and I know you know that. Love you all! PATTY & JACK CARR, JUNE 21, 2011 I am so sorry for your loss. Please know that you're in my thoughts and prayers. DENICE BURNSIDE WEBB, JUNE 18, 2011 Mr. Geer was a true friend to my Dad (John Morgan),me and my entire family. Bill Morgan BILL MORGAN, JUNE 18, 2011 Avis and Mrs. Geer, I was so sorry to hear of Mr. Geer's death. I have many
happy memories of spending time in your home in the early 70's while Avis and I were at GCC. You and your family are in my prayers. SHERRIE WILLIAMSON JACKSON, JUNE 18, 2011 We have known Anthony and Elnora for many years. Anthony was a true gentleman and will be missed by all that knew him BOB AND MARY WINDERS, JUNE 17, 2011 Geer Family, I am new to Anna, however I had the pleasure of meeting Anthony on several occasions. He was always a perfect gentleman. We are blessed to have Amoret on our Board of Directors, as she continues Anthony's vocation of serving the community. May God bless each of you and assist you in this life's journey. Jim & Pat Rountree JIM ROUNTREE, JUNE 17, 2011 Thank you to all our family and friends. He was a kind, gentle, smart man. When I was 16 I could not stand him, now I miss him more than I can say. AVIS GEER, JUNE 17, 2011 May your entire family find peace with the passing of your dear Father. The loss will stay with you, but the memories will carry the burden. Bless you all and may peace be with you. Judy McKee JUDY MCKEE, JUNE 17, 2011 Anthony L. Geer was an outstanding citizen-banker and a good friend. God bless all of his family. Marshall E. Surratt MARSHALL E. SURRATT, JUNE 17, 2011 He was a wonderfully strong force in our community. ROXANNE DONAGHEY SMITH, JUNE 17, 2011 Mrs. Geer...Modene and I were saddned after learning of Mr Geer's going home to be with the LORD. But what a joy to know that Mr Geer is with THE LORD!! That is what all Christians have to look forward to! We will always remember how welcome you and Mr Geer made us feel when we moved to Anna. We thank you for letting us be your friends. We pray nothing but blessings for you and your family. God Bless JACK & MODENE LENTZ, JUNE 17, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with the Anthony Geer Family. In the 1940s and 1950s Mr. Geer was so very kind to us. May God rest his soul. Our parents, Dewey and Jewell Vandagriff, had many fond memories to share about Mr. Geer when we were growing up. Our sympathy to all the family. Betty Vandagriff Strahan Ernest Vandagriff Patsy Vandagriff Crow Mary Vandagriff Wilcox Barbara Vandagriff Stonebarger Blanch Vandagriff Dickerson PATSY VANDAGRIFF CROW, JUNE 17, 2011 sorry for your loss, Ronnie Geer, youngest son of Babe Geer, son of Rebecca. geerr@sbcglobal.net RONNIE G. GEER, JUNE 17, 2011 To the Geer family, My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time. Both Mr and Mrs Geer were a huge support in many ways to my husband Jeff, son Geoffrey, and myself while Jeff served at FCC Anna. There were many firsts for our family including a first senior pastorate, first home, and first child and the Geers were a great help and support at this time! All our love, Mrs GEER and family PAULA FOSTER, JUNE 17, 2011 Mrs. Geer, Lou and Clyde and families, Your husband/dad was such a great man. I remember many challenging political campaigns here in Collin County where he was a leader! My family (the Lucas/Holcomb/Ragsdales) held him in high esteem and were proud to call him "friend." God bless all of you. I know you will miss him terribly. MARY VIRGINIA HOLCOMB DICKERSON, JUNE 16, 2011 Family Owned Since 1945 Turrentine-Jackson-Morrow is the premier provider of funeral services in North Texas, with seven convenient locations and three beautiful memorial parks. We are a locally owned family business that has served North Texas for over 70 years. Families who visit us receive the highest quality of professionalism and service, with compassion and care that are unsurpassed. Copyright 2015 (972) 562-2601