Jean Emeline Geiger Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

Jean Geiger, age 92, of Miles City, Montana, (formerly of Glendive), died on Tuesday, June 21, 2022 at Parkview Caring Assisted Living in Miles City. Visitation will be from 9:00 am until 10:00 am on Friday, June 24, 2022 at Silha Funeral Home in Glendive. Following visitation, a Life Tribute Service will start at 10:00 am with Celebrant Heidi Carney officiating. Interment will follow in the Dawson Memorial Cemetery in Glendive. Silha Funeral Home of Glendive has been entrusted with the arrangements. Remembrances and condolences can be shared with the family at: www.silhafuneralhomes.com. Jean was the only child born to Ed and Blanche Sifert on July 17, 1929 in Beach, ND. Her early years were spent primarily on the family ranch outside of Wibaux, MT, where Jean enjoyed the company of her cousins and extended family. The Sifert’s moved to Glendive in order for Jean to attend high school. In 1946 Jean was roller-skating with friends at Sam’s Arcade when she noticed a handsome sailor. This handsome sailor noticed her as well and stood on the steps watching her. Jean would later say that it was love at first sight! As the sailor was leaving, he asked her name and gave his as Frank Geiger Jr. He informed the sailors with him that he was going to marry her. Three months later, Frank was discharged from the Navy and came back to Sam’s Arcade and found the pretty girl that caught his eye months earlier. He asked Ed and Blanche who were also there that evening if he could date their daughter. Jean was only 17 years old but they finally consented. Eight months later, on July 2, 1947, Frank and Jean were married in a beautiful ceremony at Sacred Heart Catholic Church. Their only son Gary was born May 31, 1948. Jean was a talented seamstress and worked at Ruth’s Style Shop and later at the Yellowstone Cleaners doing alterations. The true joy of Jean’s life was the birth of her grandchildren. Gary married Barbara Almanza on May 9, 1970, and their son Frankie was born November 24, 1970 followed by Amy on February 1, 1972. Jean was very proud of her family and any of their achievements big or small. Jean was a talented seamstress and worked at Ruth’s Style Shop and later at the Yellowstone Cleaners doing alterations. She was also a talented artist and crafter. Jean and Frank spent many hours crafting gifts for friends and family. She loved telling stories of her family history and enjoyed an occasional cold beverage or night out on the town. She was a beautiful lady who loved pretty things. Although she struggled with bouts of depression, she always managed to persevere and provide unconditional love to her family. Jean lived a long and full life and enjoyed years with her grandchildren and her great grandchildren as well. She passed away peacefully and well taken care of by the staff at Parkview. Jean was preceded in death by her parents, her beloved husband Frank and her only son Gary. Survivors include her daughter-in-law Barbara Geiger, who assisted her for many years after she was widowed and tended to all of her needs; her grandchildren Frank Geiger (Kay) of Miles City, MT, Amy and daughter Katelyn Jean of Bismarck, ND, great granddaughter Kayla (Josh) of Bismarck, ND with daughters Bailee, Becca, Jeweliana and Alice, great granddaughter Amber (Travis) of Lewistown, MT with children Trey, Aubryanna and Theryn, great grandsons Wyatt (Dana) & Weston of Missoula, MT and Derek of Geraldine, MT.

Jean Emeline Geiger

July 17, 1929 - June 21, 2022

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