Geraldine (DeLosh) Glassford-Jeffs-Drury

Geraldine(DeLosh)Glassford-Jeffs-Drury May 19,1933 - November 7, 2023 Geraldine Augusta (DeLosh) Glassford-Jeffs-Drury, affectionately known as Jeri, peacefully walked through the heavenly gates on November 7, 2023, in Grand Rapids, MI. Jeri was born on May 19, 1933, in Flint, MI to Raymond and Katherine DeLosh and held the important role of “big sister” to her four siblings. And depending on her age and the stories she would share, it was a role that she sometimes relished, and sometimes hated! But through it all, one thing always remained- her deep love for her family. Jeri was a woman of great kindness and generosity, always extending a helping hand to those in need. Her warm heart and gentle spirit touched the lives of many, and her presence brought comfort and joy to all who knew her. She loved and gave freely to anyone and everyone. She valued the importance of family above all and treasured the moments spent together. And she somehow managed to make each and every one of her family feel like “her favorite”. Jeri was a devout Catholic and was well known as the family prayer warrior. Her mantra in life was to “love, love, love”. And that she did, while sporting her “trademark” ruby red lipstick! Of all her accomplishments in life she would say her family was her greatest legacy of all. Left to honor her memory are her four children: Christian (Fawn) Glassford, Suzette (John) Teeples, Shannon (Scott) Pearce, and Lisa (Jeff) Nestor. Jeri also leaves behind eleven grandchildren who adored her: Christa (Ben) Conner, Fawna (Aaron) Theodore, Larry (Liz) Glassford, Lindsay (Kevin) Mitchell, Kyle (Emily) Teeples, Sean (Melissa) Teeples, Jordan (Paul) Duale & Elena Nestor. Jeri was also a proud great-grandmother and known as “Gi-Gi” to 14 great grand-children. She was preceded in death by her parents, Raymond and Katherine DeLosh, and her husbands: Larry Glassford, Joseph Jeffs, and James Drury. She also is survived by her four siblings: Donald DeLosh, Vern DeLosh, Kathy (Bob) Fyke, & Tim DeLosh. Jeri will be remembered for her generous nature, kindness, and forgiving spirit. Jeri touched the lives of those around her with her warm heart and selfless actions. Her legacy of compassion and love will continue to inspire all who knew her. Friends and family are invited to pay their respects during the visitation hours at the Arsulowicz Brothers Remembrance Mortuary, located at 3525 Remembrance Rd. in NW Grand Rapids, MI on Sunday, November 12, 2023. Visitation will take place from 3 to 6pm with a prayer vigil held at 5:30 pm. The funeral mass will be held on Monday, November 13, at 11:00 am at Holy Redeemer Church in Jenison, MI with visitation starting at 10:00 am. The family would like to thank Brook Independent Living in Boyne City, St. Ann’s Home and Emmanuel Hospice for their unwavering love and care. They were a true gift to both Jeri and to the family. In honor of Jeri's life and in recognition of the battles fought by countless individuals, in lieu of flowers please consider a donation to the American Breast Cancer Foundation or to Emmanuel Hospice in Grand Rapids. As we gather to celebrate Jeri's life, let us find joy together in the cherished memories she leaves behind and be inspired to carry on her mantra to “love, love, love” in our days ahead.

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Geraldine (DeLosh) Glassford-Jeffs-Drury

May 19, 1933 - November 7, 2023