OLEAN – Geraldine L. Monroe, of The Pines Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center, of Olean, formerly of Aspen Towers, passed away Tuesday (Jan. 31, 2023).

Geraldine was born Dec. 26, 1929, in Shinglehouse, Pa. and was the daughter of Ferdinand and Naomi Green Cross. On June 16, 1950, in Wellsville, she married Lawrence F. Monroe Sr.. who predeceased her June 21, 1970.

Geraldine was a 1947 graduate of Bolivar Central School.

She was a member of the Olean Community Evangelical Church. Geraldine was a cashier and office manager at Loblaws for 37 years.

She was a member of the UFCW and enjoyed crocheting, playing bingo, working and spending time with her family.

Geraldine is survived by her two children, Kerry E. Monroe of Allegany and Patricia A. Lyman of Olean; six grandchildren, Eric (Nicole) Bailey, Steven Bailey, Alicia Bailey, Lawrence (Jasmine) Monroe, Joshua (Emily) Monroe and Emily Monroe; many great- and great-great-grandchildren; a brother, Carl (Margaret) Cross of Wellsville; brother-in-law, Floyd Merriam of Houghton; and many nieces and nephews.

Along with her husband, Lawrence, Geraldine was predeceased by her parents; her sisters, Elizabeth Lawton and Betty J. Merriam; and her granddaughter, Laura Bailey.

Friends will be received from 1 to 3 p.m. Saturday (Feb. 4, 2023) at the Olean Community Church, 145 S. 26th St., Olean, at which time a memorial service will be held. The Rev. Bryan Garrett will officiate.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Olean Community Church, at 145 S. 26th St., Olean, NY 14760.

Online condolences may be made at www.letromcintoshspinkfuneralhome.com.