Geneva L. Cleary
February 24, 1927 ~ July 13, 2012
Geneva L. Cleary, age 85, passed away with her beloved son and daughter by her side at Fair Oaks Hospital, Fairfax, Va., on July 13, 2012. She was born on a snowy February 24, 1927 in Bentonville, AR and was raised there as well as nearby Rogers, AR. Geneva graduated from Midwestern Airlines School in Kansas City, MO but a lengthy nationwide airline strike led her to work instead for the Hallmark Card Company. She met her future husband of 60 years, William Cleary in Kansas City on a blind date, moved to syracuse, NY and later to Vienna, Va where they lived for 55 years and raised two children. Geneva was Finance Officer for Sidney Lanier Intermediate School in Fairfax City for 20 years and was an accomplished soprano who sang for the Kansas City Philharmonic, the Washington Opera Guild, the Sweet Adelines and the Vienna Chorale Society. She is survived by her daughter and son-in-law, Denise and Michael McInerney of Centreville, Va., and son and daughter-in-law, Michael and Alison Cleary and grandson, Justin Cleary of Apex, NC. Geneva loved flowers, but if you would prefer to make a donation, please donate to Best Friends Animal Society, 5001 Angel Canyon Rd., Kanab, UT 84741.
Funeral Home:
Money & King Funeral Home
171 W. Maple Ave.
Vienna, VA
US 22180
Funeral Home:
Money & King Funeral Home
171 W. Maple Ave.
Vienna, VA
US 22180
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My thoughts and prayers are with the entire family. I know Mrs. Cleary will be missed. I only know her through stories I heard from her daughter, Denise, who is a truly wonderful person. My prayers are with you. Hugs.
Denise and Mike, Very sorry to hear about your mother. I always remember her with a smile on her face and always willing to talk “across the fence” with your dog, Snuggles. Patty Trione Keegan
Hazel and I enjoyed making music with Geneva for all the long years she embellished the Vienna Choral Society Soprano section.
Denise and Mike I share your sorrow. Your mom will be missed. Love, Marilyn
Dearest Denise and Mike, Sending love and deepest condolences to all the family. I remember your mom as such a kind and loving person. I always enjoyed our visits. I am sorry I won’t be there to pay my respects in person but will say a prayer and remember her with love. Jeanne Demory Post
Dear Denise– I was so sorry to hear of your dear mom’s passing. I honor and give her thanks for raising a wonderful daughter and friend in you. Deep blessings on you and family. Love–Eileen
I sang next to your mother for many years at VCS. She was a very special person. My husband and I send our condolences. Love, Ann Morgenstern
Denise, Your mom was such a lovely lady. I know what a special relationship you shared with her and how much you’re going to miss her. My thoughts and prayers are with you and Mike. Hugs, dear friend.
Denise, so sorry to read about your Mother’s passing. Prayers and condolences to your family. May her memories provide you with much comfort and smiles at this time. (You and I worked together one summer at FDIC in OBCA for Carmen S.) Susan Inscoe
I am very sorry to hear of Geneva’s passing. The vienna choral society has done great things for me and brough happiness. My condolances to her family. Thank you geneva for starting the best thing that has ever happened to me. I know what your family is going through as my father passed away. i only wish there was a way i could be there for them.
Dear Denise, Mike and Families, So sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Your Mom sure was a precious lady. Connie