When I come to the end of the road and the sun has set for me. I want no rites in a gloom filled room Why cry for a soul set free?
Miss me a little, but not for long and not with your head bowed low Remember the love that once we shared Miss me but let me go.
For this is a journey we all must take, and each must go alone. It's all part of the master plan A step on the road to home.
When you are lonely and sick at heart Go to the friends we know. Laugh at all the things we used to do Miss me but let me go.
Geraldine Troutman was born February 15, 1944, to the late Corine Smith and Nelson Lashore. She opened her arms and embraced our Heavenly Father October 17, 2022, surrounded by her loving family.
Mrs. Geraldine, also known as βSilver Foxβ, was employed by the Valdosta City School Transportation System for over 40 years. She gave her life to Christ at an early age and was a long time and dedicated member of St. Peter A.M.E., where she also sang in the choir.
Mrs. Geraldine was preceded in death by her late husband, Will W. Troutman Sr., Father; Nelson Lashore, Stepmother; Maggie Lashore, Mother-in-law; Jewel Troutman; Sisters, Ada Lane, Emma Ward, and Louise Hamilton; brothers, Eddie Lashore, Alford Lashore, and Cornelius Lashore, Sisters in law, Jo Anne Troutman, Minnete Hill, Jackie Boyd and Ann Wooten: Brothers in laws, Herbert and Jerry Troutman.
She leaves to cherish her beautiful memories, three loving children: Will (Angela) Troutman Jr. (San Antonio, TX), Gregory Troutman (Augusta, GA), Tracy (Katie) Troutman (Augusta, Ga.); four beautiful grandchildren: Shakira Troutman (Jay) (Miami, FL), Ashley (Allen) Jones (San Antonio, TX), Christian and Brandon Troutman (Augusta, GA), Great grandchildren: Alana and Alijah Jones (San Antonio, TX.) One sister; Tommie Nell McMillan and three sisters in law; Lois (IB) Robinson (Adel, GA), Linda (Eddie) Nelson (Titusville, FL), Betty Lashore (Homerville, GA): Best friend; Josie Moore (Valdosta, GA), and a very big host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.
Our deepest condolences go out to her family, friends, and community. No one can prepare for a loss; it comes like a swift wind. However, take comfort in knowing that she is now resting in the arms of our Lord:
Geraldine's Life will be Remembered, and Honored, by family, friends and the Valdosta Community on Saturday, October 22, 2022, at 11:00 AM from Crossing Jordan Baptist Church - 1401 Cypress Street.
Burial will follow in the Sunset Hill Cemetery.
All written expressions of kindness to this loving family, can be sent to the online guestbook.
Final rites are entrusted into the hands of Harrington Funeral Home Inc. The Home of the Morticians π βWe're Not Just a Funeral Home, We're A Family Serving Your Family.
We miss you so much mama.
My deepest condolences to Geraldine's family and loved ones.
BJ Robinson
My Condolences to my family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Geraldine is my cousin Love, Nettie & Victor Starkes- Waterbury, CT
To the Troutman Family: Our deepest and sincere sympathy to my family. Geraldine is my cousin. Prayers for my family. Love, Nettie & Victor Starkes & family Waterbury, CT
To the Troutman family, sending our condolences and prayers to your entire family.Also sending special prayers to my, LaShore family. Geraldine is my cousin. From: Elnora McCants-Lockwood and family Hartford, Connecticut.
Im so sorry I'm going to miss you so much From Jyrah and Dasha we miss you auntie love u.
Sending our condolences and prayers to your entire family. ~~~~~~ Cedric & Cynthia
Sending our Condolences & Love to you and your family.
"A mother is with us always, first in her lifetime, then forever in our memory." "Extending our deepest sympathy to you during this time. Our prayers and blessings are with you." Christine, Cynthia & Peewee.π
Will, Mark, Tracie and the entire Troutman Family, we offer our deepest condolences, sincere prayers, and love at this time. Mrs. Geraldine was truly a special person and friend who was so deeply loved by my parents and stood with us in time of sorrow. We offer that same love and support as you move forward. - Cyrus & Deme Netter and Family
My thoughts and prayers are with the Troutman family at this time as you grieve. S8"Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of mercies and God of all comfort, who comforts us in all our affliction, so that we may be able to comfort those who are in any affliction, with the comfort with which we ourselves are comforted by God." Corinthians 1:3β4
My prayers are with family
Mrs Geraldine, it was a pleasure to have you contribute to the development of helping my Hightower family mold me to be the man I am today, your motherly love for family gave me the motivation and courage helped prepare me for life. I love you dearly and I am honored to have had a presence in your life, rest well and you and my mother can enjoy heaven as he has planned. love you long time. Reginald Miller "Red" Hightower forever!!!
Auntie we love you and you will be missed
My condolences to the family
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To the Troutman Family, i would like to extend my condolences to you. Mrs Geraldine will be missed!!! She used to call me her "baby". My siblings and i rode her bus #18 back in the first 80's and thru out the years and i had the priviledge to as well work with her with VCS Transportation. We love you Mrs Geraldine. Sleep well in the arms of our Lord.
Will Arnold(Old Bus#42)
The first cuz family of Angelo Green would like to express our sincere condolences to our family and her friends.
Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.