Geraldine Morley 1942-2025

Gerry Morley, born to parents William and Pauline Bowen, left as she lived — with love in her heart, kindness and compassion intertwined with steadfast stubbornness and positive sarcasm.

Her healthy stubbornness was indeed a virtue, particularly when it manifested as tenacity, focus and decisiveness in pursuing a worthwhile goal or belief.

Gerry also was known for her wit and sarcastic remarks, which were always delivered with a twinkle in her eye. After all, it was Oscar Wilde who wrote, “Sarcasm is the lowest form of wit, but the highest form of intelligence.”

Living a life of remarkable resourcefulness, she was known for her ability to fix anything. Her mechanical expertise was amazing.

As a lifelong book lover, she had an insatiable hunger for knowledge and a thirst for adventure that only a book could quench.

The pride of her life were her children and grandchildren. Mimi, as she was called by her grandchildren, asked that I share the following with you:

“Words can’t express the immense pride I feel watching you all grow into the incredible individuals you are. Your accomplishments, your kindness and your unwavering spirit all inspired me. I am so proud of the people you are, the choices you make and the values you hold. Your strength, your resilience and your compassion are a constant source of inspiration.”

She leaves behind Jeff Mamula; her children, Edgar (Donna) Morley, Suzanne Zupko and Jennifer (Anthony) Amendola; 10 grandchildren; her brother, Bill (Shirley) Bowen; and her sister, Phyliss (Wayne) Falby.

She was preceded in death by her youngest child, Jacquelyn Elaine Novak. There was never a day that she stopped loving or thinking about Jackie. She would tell me, “Moms fix everything, but I could not fix that.”

Thank you, dear Gerry, for the great privilege of knowing you for 37 years. I know you are still here among us. Thank you for reminding us that every day is a gift, and to make sure you make time to unwrap the joys that life offers.

Go bunny … hop gently through the meadow proudly, Gerry. You have earned it.

Family and friends may call 10 to 10:45 a.m. Wednesday, May 14, 2025, at St. Catherine of Siena Parish-St. Charles Church, 7345 Westview Drive, Boardman. A Mass of Christian Burial will follow at 11 a.m. Wednesday at the church.

Arrangements are being handled by Davis-Becker Funeral Home, 8536 Market St., Boardman. Please visit www.beckerobits.com to share memories and condolences with Gerry’s family.

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