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Edward “Ted” G. Geist

Edward “Ted” G. Geist, age 77, of Wilmington, DE, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family on Friday, February 3, 2023.

He was the son of Edward George and Margaret Gazlay Geist. He graduated from Lafayette College in 1967, where he served as president of Phi Gamma Delta fraternity, and from New York Law School in 1971. He worked for 33 years for CT Corporation System retiring as president of its Delaware subsidiary in 2001. From 2001-2019 he consulted with IVS Associates.

Ted firmly believed in giving back and helping those less fortunate. He served on many local boards and was involved with numerous fundraising drives. He was a member of the Rotary Club of Wilmington and served as its president from 1996-1997. He was a volunteer of the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society where he mentored patients undergoing stem cell transplants.

Ted enjoyed golf and was a member of the DuPont Country Club. He was a marathon runner and ran with the Buckley Striders. Ted loved traveling, especially to Ireland, and spending time at his second home in East Hampton, NY. Ted was an avid Cincinnati Reds fan and enjoyed reading, movies, music, trivia and most of all, spending time with family.
He is survived by his loving wife of 55 years, Barbara Bell Geist, his children Edward “Ted” Geist (Angela), Kathleen Mazzotta (Paul) and Megan DeSantis (Michael). He leaves behind 6 grandchildren, Matthew, Madeline and Ashley Geist, Nicholas and Vincent Mazzotta and Liam DeSantis as well as his sisters, Megan Fates, of East Orleans, MA and Sarah Rochester, of Santa Fe, NM.

The Geist family would like to thank Christiana Care Cardiology and the Helen Graham Cancer Center as well as Bayada Hospice.

In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society, 100 West 10th Street, Wilmington, DE 19801.

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Funeral Services

A Memorial Gathering will be held on Saturday, February 11, 2023 from 1:30 to 3:30 PM at the Chandler Funeral Home, 2506 Concord Pike, Wilmington, DE 19803. Interment will be private.

Condolences

    Jill lit a candle and writes,
    To Megan, Kathy, Mrs. Geist and the rest of the family….. Please know I am sending my love condolences and prayers to you all! It’s never easy.. I’m so sorry! ❤️🙏🏻
    02/03/2023 09:31 pm
    Sharon L Caffrey lit a candle and writes,
    Bobbi and family, The Buckley's Striders lost a great friend. We know Ted's memory will live on every Saturday at 8 am. Love Sharon
    02/04/2023 02:19 pm
    MaryAnne Walls lit a candle and writes,
    Dear Barb and Family, Our hearts pour out to you all. We have such fond memories of our times together . Ted was always full of good stories and had such a loving heart for all. May God’s Love surround and comfort you all during this difficult time. Love and Blessings, Wayne and MaryAnne
    02/04/2023 03:35 pm
    Patty and Dick May lit a candle and writes,
    Dearest Geist Family, Our mind and hearts fill with memories of Ted’s being and devotion to his family and friends. It is hard to absorb the reality of his passing. How beneficial that your immediate family are all nearby to have given him such personal care and the human touch. That is what we would all wish for. At the time of the Memorial Service on the 11th we will be quietly with you, though from a distance. With love - Patty and Dick May
    02/04/2023 06:41 pm
    Kevin Mullarkey writes,
    Bobbi and family, Ted was one of the nicest men I have ever known. I am so sorry to hear of his passing. Many miles we ran together and it was always my pleasure to be in his company. Zeke has a running buddy in heaven. He will be truly missed. With my deepest sympathy, Kevin Mullarkey Kevin
    02/04/2023 08:11 pm
    Bethany Hauch lit a candle and writes,
    My deepest condolences to Megan, Kathy, Ted, and Bobbi (Mrs Geist to me :) I wish you all greatest sympathy and healing during this time.
    02/04/2023 08:55 pm
    Bill and Pat Kotkin lit a candle and writes,
    Barb, we are so sorry to hear this news. We are praying for you and your family. I always admired Ted. He was such a nice person and always had a smile and nice things to say. We played tennis and some golf together and he always made it more fun. Although we did not spend a lot of time with him, he is one of the people I most admired and thought positive things of when we were together. We will be out of town at the time of his memorial service, but please know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
    02/05/2023 06:32 am
    Frank Gebbia lit a candle and writes,
    So sorry to hear about Ted
    02/05/2023 08:30 am
    Barbara Marsh writes,
    I am so sorry to hear of Ted's passing. I knew him when he worked at CT and IVS Associates. He was a hard worker and always pleasant. My deepest sympathies.
    02/05/2023 09:04 am
    Bette Geyer Gamer lit a candle and writes,
    To the family of Ted Geist, Please accept my deepest condolences. I will always remember Ted with a smile on his face and a really really nice person! Heaven is better with him there! Bette Geyer Gamer
    02/05/2023 10:14 am
    Joan kafcas writes,
    I'm so sorry to hear of Ted's passing. My heart is with you and family.
    02/05/2023 10:26 am
    Kevin P. McIntosh lit a candle and writes,
    Ted was a "solid man" , and a great friend, I will miss him
    02/05/2023 10:44 am
    Sandra Miller,RN writes,
    To Mrs. Geist. I am so sorry to read about Mr. Geist. He always had a smile. He always asked how I and my grands were. I was his nurse for many years. He would tell me about a great trip you and he had taken to a beautiful country. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.
    02/05/2023 12:09 pm
    Marguerite and Phil Diehl lit a candle and writes,
    Living next door to the most wonderful couple for almost 30 years, we have been blessed by having both Ted and Barb as our neighbors. We will miss Ted so much, and, of course, all of our backyard chats. We shared Ted's love for running and the outdoors, and he was an inspiration to so many of us. He always offered encouraging words, concern for others, and was just a GREAT guy. His love for his family was ever present. Our deepest condolences to Barb and the entire Geist family.
    02/05/2023 12:16 pm
    Karen Berkman Kahn writes,
    My sincere condolences to Barbara and Ted’s entire family. I remember speaking with him Barbara at our 75th reunion. He was always the gentleman and most pleasant and cordial. May his memory be a blessing.
    02/05/2023 12:33 pm
    Ric Flood lit a candle and writes,
    So sad to hear. All the 63 Roosevelt alum have lost a good friend.
    02/05/2023 03:01 pm
    Ginny, Terry and Betty writes,
    Condolences Barbara and family from your long-time friends formerly from Bronxville. You will be in our thoughts and prayers as we remember the wonderful times we had years ago with you and Ted when we were neighbors. All our love.
    02/05/2023 04:20 pm
    Rich Prezioso lit a candle and writes,
    Condolences to Barbara and the family. Ted and I were friends growing up in Crestwood and at school fifteen as well as Roosevelt. We spent lots of memorable times together; he made our memories significant. I am thankful to have known Ted Rich Prezioso
    02/05/2023 04:47 pm
    Cindy and Greg Mazzotta lit a candle and writes,
    Our deepest condolences to the entire Geist family
    02/06/2023 12:39 pm
    Roz (Schlesinger) Levy writes,
    Condolences to Barbara and the rest of the family. Like so many, I have known Ted since P.S. 15 days, as well. I enjoyed getting together for all of the RHS reunions and was proud to be on the "reunion committee" with Ted and the other members. I am thankful to have known him - he will be missed by all who knew him. Roz (Schlesinger) Levy
    02/06/2023 06:06 pm
    Robert Peterson writes,
    Condolences to you Barbara and your family. I was saddened to learn of Ted’s passing. He was one of the few classmates that I really looked up to. May he rest in peace. Bob Peterson
    02/06/2023 08:26 pm
    John Cleverdon lit a candle and writes,
    Condolences to you Barb and your family. I have fond memories of Ted from our high school days at RHS. It was special to reconnect with you Ted at the 50th reunion. Rest In Peace old friend. John Cleverdon
    02/07/2023 08:31 am
    Laurie Hailey lit a candle and writes,
    Barb, The news of Ted was shared with me at the salon. I’m so sorry to hear this. I know you have a close and supportive family. I know that you have so many wonderful memories with Ted. My heart is saddened for your loss. May all your friends and family hold you close.
    02/08/2023 06:34 pm
    Dr. Ira Kotler writes,
    To Ted’s family, Ted and I played little league baseball together when we were 8. We liked each other and renewed our friendship at Roosevelt H.S. Time passed and I thought of those years often. The last time I saw Ted was in the men’s room at Madison Square Garden… probably 25 years ago. We had a joyous and warm reunion. Hearing how he lived his life does not surprise me… he was honest, decent, ethical, thoughtful as a kid…and obviously throughout his life. My sincere condolences. Ted had a full life, well lived. Ira Kotler
    02/08/2023 06:36 pm
    Charles Dougherty lit a candle and writes,
    Bobbi I will miss Ted--We were part of a golf group. He was the champion of the LONGEST DRIVE CONTEST on many occasions. He had the best trivial questions when we went to lunch. His political forecast were usually right on. And for serious thoughts, he was a regular gentleman, loved his wife and family and made friends easily. Can't hardly beat that. Chuck Dougherty
    02/08/2023 08:06 pm
    Kit Raseman lit a candle and writes,
    Dear Bobbi and Ted’s family, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I have never known a better man than Ted. While he was at C T in New York it was actually fun to work there. I became a huge fan of Jerry Jeff Walker in the 70’s and I was so happy that Ted appreciated him as much as I did. I know he’s dancing now in that high Hill Country Rain.
    02/09/2023 02:22 pm
    Jim Carey lit a candle and writes,
    Very sad news. My condolences to Ted's family.
    02/10/2023 02:17 pm
    Matt Dodge writes,
    So sorry to hear this. Ted was an enthusiastic participant for several semesters in our "History of Baseball" class at the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute ("OLLI") in Wilmington, with the nickname "Marathon Man" for his running pursuits. We really enjoyed his passion, participation and insights on the American Pastime, and send Condolences to all of the family.
    02/12/2023 02:52 pm
    Ronn Coltin writes,
    Sad to hear of Ted’s passing. He always brought a unique & informed perspective to History of Baseball class. Surely will be missed by all who knew Ted.
    02/12/2023 04:52 pm
    Alan Yates writes,
    To Barbara and Family ... Teddy was part of "the Crestwood Brotherhood" and came from a wonderful family. I've had no contact since RHS and probably a Phi Gam Party at Lafayette. Many years have past. I'll always remember Teddy as a really good guy! It has been nice to read all the wonderful comments from people who were fortunate to be part of his life. It reads so well ... as a life well lived and loved by so many. Barbara, I send my condolences to you and your family. Your wonderful memories can always be with you. Warm personal regards, Alan
    02/13/2023 04:03 pm
    John Linnihan writes,
    Barb and family, We are saddened to hear about Ted's passing. Ted was a born leader and was a great mentor to me when I joined him in New York CT as a fellow team leader. In turn, I followed him to Chicago Office and Glen Ellyn, replacing Ted as he moved on to Delaware. Even though we were separated by distance over the years, I always felt he was available as a friend and for managerial problem solving as needed. Barb and I always enjoyed our times with you Barb, and Ted. His love and knowledge of sports will re remembered by many of us. John and Barb Linnihan
    02/14/2023 04:57 pm
    Karen Rynkowski writes,
    Dear Barb, I was so sorry to learn of your husband’s passing. My condolences to you and your entire family. God bless you and keeping you all in my thoughts and prayers.
    02/18/2023 07:19 am

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