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Bernard Geier
Bernard Geier passed away peacefully Tuesday morning, December 14, 2010 at the home of Larry and Marcy Krueger, near Bismarck, ND, where he had been receiving hospice care. Bernard came into the world May 8, 1922 in Kidder County, North Dakota. He was the seventh of ten children born to Carl and Henrietta Geier. He had five brothers: David, Charlie, William, Calvin, and John, and four sisters: Renada, Sally, Hulda, and Rosella. Bernard was raised on the family farm in Rexine Township, Kidder County and graduated from Heaton High School in 1939. Shortly after this time, he and his brother William left to find their fortunes in California, but returned with the outbreak of World War II. Some time earlier, Bernard had met Selma Herman. Selma was living with her sister Amanda Hinger who, with her husband, resided at the home of Carl Geier's good friend, August Hinger. This is how they came to know each other and there was a mutual attraction which continued even though circumstances separated them for a time. They renewed their acquaintance after some time and were married April 13, 1945. From that union were born three children: Galen in 1946, Durwood in 1947, and lastly a girl, Marcy in 1948. In 1950, the Bernard Geier family moved to the August Hinger farm in Petersville Township, Kidder County. There he farmed and his children grew and there was much joy and happiness at all times and seasons. Bernard retired from farming in 1988. He and Selma purchased a home in Bismarck, North Dakota in 1988 and had many happy years there living near their children. He never left our mother's side until her passing in 2002. Bernard Geier was a man of strength, integrity, and honesty. He instilled these qualities in his children with his life and his deeds. Bernard was well known in the community where he lived as someone who could be depended upon in time of need. He served both God and man thus fulfilling the Lords commandments. But Bernard knew how to enjoy life which is also good. He loved being with his family at all occasions. He was a devoted Husband, Father, and Grandfather. The world was made a better place by him. Bernard Geier is survived by three children, Galen (Cher) Geier, Durwood (Sandy) Geier, and Marcy (Larry) Krueger, all of Bismarck; five grandchildren, and nine great grandchildren; and his sister Hulda Robinson of Aiea, Hawaii. He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife, five brothers and three sisters.
FUNERAL SERVICE: Bowdon Country Seventh-Day Adventist Church, rural Bowdon DATE AND TIME: Sunday, December 19, 2010 at 11:00AM BURIAL: Bowdon Country Seventh-Day Adventist Cemetery, rural Bowdon |
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Name: Toni, daughter-in-law of Hulda Robinson
Date: May 28, 2016
Message: I am with Hulda reminiscing about her beloved family and North Dakota. She sends her love and Aloha to all the Geier family members. It was a memorable life with Carl and Henrietta and all those siblings.
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Name: Galen Geier
Date: Jan. 4, 2011
Message: I thank everyone who expressed their condolence in this forum. My Dad now lives in the glorious domain prepared by our Savior and Lord Jesus the Messiah by faith in Him as promised in the Scriptures. For those of us who continue he lives in our hearts.
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Name: Delena Shelton
Date: 12-27-2010
Message: Galen and Cher I am sorry to hear about your father's passing and our thoughts and prayers are with you all
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Name: Sandee Jenkin
Date: 12-21-10
Message: Galen, Durwood, Marcy and families, My sincere sympathies to you with the passing of your dad. He was entirely dedicated to his family. May the good memories comfort you.
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Name: LaVonne Whinery (Herman)
Date: 12/19/2010
Message: Dearest Geier Family, my thoughts and prayers are with you. "Special" people touch our hearts and leave wonderful memories forever. Celebrate the memories he gave...
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Name: Wanda (Herman) and Bob Hancock, Otto's daughter
Date: 12/17/2010
Message: Galen, Durwood, Marcy and Families, Our sincere condolences and prayers go out to all of you in the passing of your father. Was glad we were able to visit the last time my sister and I had Otto there to visit. Our prayers will be with you for comfort. Always have the memories.
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Name: Tim & Faye Atkinson
Date: 12-17-10
Message: Durwood and Sandy,
Our condolences on the loss of your father. May the love of family and friends comfort you in this time of sadness.
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Name: Wally and Viola Person
Date: 12/15/10
Message: Dear Galen, Durwood, and Marcie:
We saw the notice in the paper that your dad had passed away. We want to send our sincere sympathy. He was blessed with a loving wife and children, and God blessed him with a long life. We know you will miss him.
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Name: Clarence and Bernice Flemmer
Date: December 16, 2010
Message: We were sorry to learn about the death of Bernard Geier. We want to express our condolences to the family. We got to know the Geier family while attending the SDA Church in Robinson, ND. We attended the Robinson SDA Church while I was teaching school in Tuttle Public School. We wish you all God's richest blessings and His tender loving cate.
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Name: Loretta C Schroeder
Date: 12/16/10
Message: May it help somewhat to know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers at this time. I remember seeing your parents with you many times as you attended games and other school functions. You always seemed so attentive to your parents. I am sure that you miss them both, but find consolation in knowing that they are together wrapped in the loving arms of their Father in Heaven.
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Name: Dennis and Nancy Morlock
Date: 12/15/10
Message: We were very sad to hear of the passing of Bernard. Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire family.