Edwin Paul Geiger, Jr.
August 15, 1941 ~ October 17, 2019
Edwin Paul Geiger Jr. of Reston, VA passed away peacefully in his sleep early Thursday morning, October 17th, 2019 after a long struggle with cancer and heart ailments. He is survived by his wife Elizabeth Farrell Geiger, children Peter Geiger with wife Sarah, Barbara Geiger and Sandra Johnson with husband Shaun, as well as 11 grandchildren.
Ed was born in Philadelphia in 1941 to Edwin and Julia Geiger. He earned the rank of Eagle Scout as a youth. After graduating from Lower Merion High School, he attended the US Naval Academy in Annapolis. He was commissioned as a Naval officer where he served 7 years of active duty and 20 years in the reserves. After his Naval career, he worked as a financial analyst for St Mary’s College of Maryland and several defense contractors. He was active in the Lions club and St. John Neumann Church. Ed enjoyed life and had a passion for his Morgan motorcar, sailing, biking, and travel.
Visitation will be Monday, Oct 21, 6-8 p.m. at Money & King Funeral Home, 171 W. Maple Ave., Vienna, Virginia. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Tuesday, Oct. 22 at 11:00 a.m. at St. John Neumann Catholic Church, 11900 Lawyers Rd., Reston, Virginia with reception following. Interment at Arlington National Cemetery at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions maybe be made to the Lions Club of Reston restonlions.org/donate
or to St. John Neumann Catholic Church 11900 Lawyers Road, Reston, VA 20191. Online condolences and fond memories of Ed may be offered to the family at www.moneyandking.com
Ed was born in Philadelphia in 1941 to Edwin and Julia Geiger. He earned the rank of Eagle Scout as a youth. After graduating from Lower Merion High School, he attended the US Naval Academy in Annapolis. He was commissioned as a Naval officer where he served 7 years of active duty and 20 years in the reserves. After his Naval career, he worked as a financial analyst for St Mary’s College of Maryland and several defense contractors. He was active in the Lions club and St. John Neumann Church. Ed enjoyed life and had a passion for his Morgan motorcar, sailing, biking, and travel.
Visitation will be Monday, Oct 21, 6-8 p.m. at Money & King Funeral Home, 171 W. Maple Ave., Vienna, Virginia. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Tuesday, Oct. 22 at 11:00 a.m. at St. John Neumann Catholic Church, 11900 Lawyers Rd., Reston, Virginia with reception following. Interment at Arlington National Cemetery at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions maybe be made to the Lions Club of Reston restonlions.org/donate
or to St. John Neumann Catholic Church 11900 Lawyers Road, Reston, VA 20191. Online condolences and fond memories of Ed may be offered to the family at www.moneyandking.com
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The Tau Fraternity of the Secular Franciscan Order (Herndon, VA) shares in the grief of the Geiger family at the passing of our brother Franciscan, Ed. “Lord, those who die still live in Your presence; their lives change but do not end.”
Beth, and family, we’re sorry for your loss!
Ed was my roommate at the Naval Academy. I remembers calming demeanor and his rules at the breakfast table our Senior Year. There would be no talking and he would point to what he wanted served so he could be the first to finish eating so he could return to the room for a quick nap.. His stories and pictures of his love of a Morgan sports would drives us nuts. He knew the numbers of holes in the leather straps over the hood, and Bill and I did not care. He was a great friend and room mate who had a calming influence on his high strung roommate who was facing a medical dis-enrollment for potential MS and I will always be in his debt. But his calming demeanor disappeared as he and Beth yanked and pulled Katherine and I through the crowd after an Army Navy game at a full sprint. Toward the subway we went, up and down steps, pushing and shoving, and then clamoring through double doors on a subway so we could hold on to a leather strap. This was to be repeated at some transfer point in downtown Philly enroute to something called the Main Line. All this made no sense, because the subways came every 15 minutes. For someone who we couldn’t get to run at the Academy, he was a beast in downtown Philly. But, Ed was a great person and friend. My thoughts and prayers are with Beth and their family. Neal Jenkins, Captain USN, retired
I always remember how warm and welcoming Ed was when I stopped by, from my first visit as a high schooler, to my most recent visit some 30 years later. Lisa and I send our thoughts to the family. -Rob
To the Geiger Family- we are so saddened to hear about Ed’s ( known to me always as Mr. Geiger) passing. Whenever I saw him whether it was up at UMASS or at your home in VA, he was always so happy and pleasant! I don’t think I ever saw him without a smile on his face. And always had a great story to share! Our deepest condolences to you all during this very difficult time. May he Rest In Peace. With all our love – Müge & Family
Beth and Children, It was with true sadness to hear of Ed’s passing. My memories of Ed are of a kind, happy, and generous gentleman. So sweet and so quick to laugh. I will always remember him gunning his beloved Morgan up the hill in Breton Bay. I am so sorry.
Liz and family – Ed was always a pleasant and kind patient to work with. He always worked as hard as he could in PT and will be missed. KC Physical Therapist Assistant
Beth, Gail and I are so sorry for your loss. Please know that you and all your family are in our thoughts and prayers in this sad time. God bless. Gail and Nick Lauderdale
We will never forget Ed’s efforts to keep the Morgan Motoring Club of D.C. a functioning, social entity for its membership, Long before Facebook and e-mail contacts, Ed would send out postcards announcing club activities. Driving events seemed to be his favorites, usually terminating at some Pub that boasted a British flavor. Ed was a spirited soul and good friend we’ll long remember. Fred and Linda Schwenker, Fairfield, PA
Beth & family — we are saddened to hear of Ed’s passing but take comfort in knowing he is now at peace and his struggle with illness is over. You made wonderful neighbors for 20 years on Myrtle Lane. We will keep you in our prayers. — Steve & Valerie