Geraldine Russmann Obituary
It is always difficult saying goodbye to someone we love and cherish. Family and friends must say goodbye to their beloved Geraldine Russmann of Avoca, Iowa, born in Omaha, Nebraska, who passed away at the age of 89, on January 25, 2026. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Ivan J. Hicks and Ruth Hicks (Johnson); her former husband Richard Russmann; her children, Kathy and Richard Jr.; her grandchildren, Kerrie Orzoco (Holtz) and Ryan McNeil; her siblings, Jay Hicks and Emily Bever; and her sons-in-law, Kevin Holtz and Steve Griffin.
She is survived by: her significant other Dennis Loland; her children, Ellen Holtz, Judy Griffin, Laurie McNeil (Tim), James Russmann (Patricia), Tom Russmann (Marita) and Chris Russmann (Kristie); and her siblings, Joan Holmes (Terry), Rosie DeYoung (Denny), Alan Hicks (Diane), Mary McLaughlin (Joe), Paul Hicks and Andy Hicks (Theresa). She is also survived by 18 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren, numerous other family members and friends.
Memorial contributions may be made in Geraldine's name to: St. Patrick's Church, 311 3rd Street Neola, Iowa 51559.
