Geraldine "Jeri" Francis Hadder Hirsch

Geraldine Francis Hadder Hirsch (Jeri), age 89, of Chester, VA., passed away Sunday morning, June 28, 2020. She was born in Richmond VA, the daughter of the late Minos Lukins and Effie Dean Silverthorn Hadder. She was preceded in death by her husband of 57 years, William Louis Hirsch; daughter, Karen Louise; son, Bill Jr. and brother, Tommy. She is survived by three sons, three daughters and a daughter in law, David (Shirley); Steven (Marti); Matt (Mary-Chris); Barbara (Phil); Mindy (Michael); Janet (Billy) and Sally; also survived by one brother, Harold; numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. She was a graduate of Thomas Dale High School. Mom met dad at Moore’s Lake in Chester, at a birthday party that was for her. She was a proud charter member of Grace Lutheran Church in Chester and led and assisted in many of the activities to help make Grace Lutheran the Church it is today. She is retired from the Chesterfield County Assessor's Office. She loved playing games, especially Chess and playing cards with her Bridge Club friends. She never let anyone win a game, grandchildren included, without earning it. She was a practical joker with a great sense of humor. She loved coffee and would make a fresh pot anytime a friend or neighbor came over for a visit. She loved to bowl and played in bowling leagues for years. She was a member of the PTA for many years. She enjoyed traveling. She loved football, especially the Dallas Cowboys. A memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, October 17, 2020 at Grace Lutheran Church, 13028 Harrowgate Rd, Chester, VA 23831, with Pastor Jaim Gann officiating. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Grace Lutheran Church, 13028 Harrowgate Rd., Chester, VA. 23831 Condolences may be registered with jtmorriss.com.