Obituary of Geraldine Rodio

RODIO, GERALDINE THEREDA (nee Domenico) 82 - of Hammonton, NJ, beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister-in-law, aunt and devoted friend, departed this life while surrounded by her family after a courageous battle with myelodysplastic syndrome [MDS] Thursday, July 19, 2012. She is predeceased by her loving husband Henry, parents Joseph and Alma Domenico and son-in-law Chris Snyder. She is survived by her children: Doris Synder, Gail Rodio and Jen Lear, Hank and Tammy Rodio, Bobby and Jackie Rodio, twelve grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Born and raised in Hammonton, Gerry graduated from Hammonton High School as Valedictorian of her class. She began her accomplished career as a school teacher at St. Joseph's School in Hammonton and went on to achieve her Masters of Library Science from Glassboro State College [Rowan]. She then taught in the Winslow Township School district where she was instrumental in developing their library program. Gerry gave her all to her career and dedicated herself to encouraging her students to love learning as much as she did. She was well respected and liked by her students, their parents and her peers. At the close of the school year each June, Gerry turned her attention to her beloved yard where she would plant and tend her many flowers and meticulously care for her lawn. Above all she loved her family. She was kind, welcoming and cared for all with open arms. She was a great listener and a conversation with her was always of great comfort. She was a sincere and loyal friend to many and she will be deeply and sadly missed. A viewing will be held at Carnesale Funeral Home in Hammonton on Monday, July 23 from 7 pm to 9 pm. Mass of Christian burial will be held in St. Mary of Mt. Carmel Parish Church of St. Joseph's on Tuesday, July 24 at 10 am. Internment will be at Oak Grove Cemetary in Hammonton. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in her memory to the American Red Cross, PO Box 4002018 Des Moines, IA 50340-2018