Geraldine (Gerry) Marie Wray, 82, of Kirksville, passed away peacefully Sunday, April 23, 2023, at The Pines in Kirksville, MO. She was born February 25, 1941, in Chicago, Illinois.

Geraldine is preceded in death by her biological parents Delores Briggs and Wilbur Selsor and adopted parents Edna and Ervin Wray, Sr., sister Delores Mueller, brother Ervin Wray, Jr., and grandson Eddie Wray II.

Geraldine is survived by her brothers David (Grace) Wray of Kirksville, MO, and Bill (Lynne) Selsor of Blue Island, IL. She is also survived by her children Edna (Jeremy) Whitlock and Eddie Wray, both of Kirksville, MO, grandchildren Charmaine (Gus) Harris of Greentop, MO, Kristine (Nick) Kelly of Moberly, MO, Haley, Lola, and Addison Bunch, Treasure and Slade Janes, All of Kirksville, MO, and Megan Heil-Jayne of Troy, MO, great Grandchildren Rowan and Levi Kelly, Julia, Xander, and Jayce Heil, and Amelia Tobias, along with numerous nieces and nephews and one step-granddaughter.

Geraldine received her education from the Chicago public school system before moving to Missouri with her family in the 60’s. She worked as a waitress for numerous years as well as Florsheim Shoes Company before her health declined in the late 80’s. She became an in-home daycare provider for numerous families who needed childcare.

Geraldine loved her family very much and her grandchildren were her pride and joy. She never met a stranger and was known by many as Aunt Gerry. She enjoyed cross-stitching, crocheting, and watching SYFY and History shows. She was a member of the Trinity Episcopal Church for several years.

The family would like to thank the nursing staff at The Pines for taking exceptional care of their dear Gerry for the past 3 years. The care she received and friends she made kept her going.

Gerry has been cremated and a celebration of her life will be held from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Friday, April 28, 2023 in the chapel of Travis-Noe Funeral Home in Kirksville.

Donations can be made to Travis-Noe Funeral Home or the Adair Co. Humane Society in her name, and may be left at or mailed to Travis-Noe Funeral Home, P.O. Box 306, Kirksville, MO 63501.