Geraldine Katherine Opperman, 72, passed away peacefully in her sleep Feb. 14, 2017, in Muskegon, Michigan. She was born Nov. 19, 1944, in Muncie, Indiana, the daughter of Jerry and Hazel (Kinney) Rosinski.

Gerri had an unwavering faith in God and was a former member of Pendleton Christian Church. Gerri was a devoted mother and grandmother who enjoyed hosting gatherings for her family and friends, shopping and ice cream.

Her beautiful life will forever be cherished by her children, Melissa (Kevin) Reid, Rebecca (Michael) Johnson and Christopher Opperman; and eight grandchildren, Sierra and Connor Reid, Rachel and Emily Schoff, Caitlin and Allison Johnson, and Johnathan and Savannah Strickland.

She was preceded in death by her parents and sisters, Joyce Mitchell, and Mary Haley.

The family would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to all who loved and cared for Gerri throughout the many years of her life.

Memorials in honor of Gerri may be directed to West Michigan Therapy Dogs Inc., a service that brought her much comfort and joy.

A private family ceremony will take place at a later date. Arrangements by The Sytsema Chapel, 737 Apple Ave., Michigan.

You may sign her online guestbook at sytsemafh.com.