Geraldine "Gerry" Wasko's obituary , Passed away on October 18, 2026 in Des Moines, Iowa

Geraldine "Gerry" Wasko

December 5, 1946 - October 18, 2026 (79 years old)

Des Moines, Iowa

Geraldine "Gerry" Wasko's obituary , Passed away on October 18, 2026 in Des Moines, Iowa

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Geraldine "Gerry" Wasko

December 5, 1946 - October 18, 2026 (79 years old)

Des Moines, Iowa

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Geraldine Wasko Obituary

The passing of Geraldine Wasko (Des Moines, Iowa) occurred on October 18, 2026. Geraldine, born on December 5, 1946, is remembered by those who knew her. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Merle Schoolen and Effie Schoolen; her uncle Harold; her aunt Marguerite Lemons; and her brothers, John and David Schoolen.

She is survived by: her husband Dan Wasko; her children, Sherry Scharf (Brad), Brian Wasko (Gina) and DJ Wasko; her grandchildren, Ellie, Megan, Dani Abens, Rosie, Maddie and Owen Wasko; and her siblings, Marion Crall (Bernard) and Robert Schoolen. She is also survived by extended family and dear friends.

A celebration of life will be held on Thursday, November 5th 2026 from 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the Bellizzi-MacRae American Legion Post #659 (1813 SE 1st St, Des Moines, IA 50315).

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Hamilton Funeral Home



Thu

Nov 05

Celebration of life

3:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Bellizzi-MacRae American Legion Post #659
1813 SE 1st St, Des Moines, IA 50315

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