Geraldine A. Bledsoe

March 1, 1951 - December 6, 2020

Gerry passed away on December 6, 2020 at the age of 69. Gerry was born on March 1, 1951 to Ralph and Margaret Frevola. Born in Brooklyn, she grew up in East Islip and graduated in 1968 from East Islip High School. Gerry is survived by her loving husband of 47 years, Richard ("Butch") Bledsoe. Gerry and Butch created their home in Shirley, where they raised their family. Proud mother of Karin and the late James, she happily welcomed her son-in-law Chris and daughter-in-law Amy into her expanding family. Gerry was thrilled beyond measure to become a grandma to Emma. Together, Gerry and Emma shared a very special bond. There were countless sleepovers and trips to New York City to see Broadway shows. Gerry is survived by her brother, Gerard and her sisters, Claudia and Mary Ellen. She was also the sister of the late James and late Peter. Dear sister in law of Susan, Catherine and Frank. Gerry was a loving Aunt and cherished her relationship with her Goddaughter Jill and other nieces and nephews , Joe, Andrew, Stacey, Heather, Brittany, Diana, Andrea, Alex and Anthony. She was beloved by her dear great nieces and nephews, James and Matthew; Ryan, Jake and Leah; Mackenzie and Reagan; Tyler, Michael and Jake; Jackson and Charlotte. Gerry had a long, successful career in banking. She started as a teller and ascended to the rank of Vice President/Branch Manager for Chase Bank. Gerry treasured her retirement with her husband. She enjoyed traveling with her family and visiting the beach for sunrises, sunsets and star gazing. She was an avid reader, who enjoyed walking and volunteering at St. Sylvester Roman Catholic Church. She loved to entertain in her home and hosted many wonderful gatherings that family and friends will always remember. In lieu of flowers, donations to St. Jude Children's research hospital would be appreciated.