Geraldine Peoples

Geraldine Peoples, 79, of Fayetteville, Ark., passed away Thursday, Dec. 4, 2014, in Fayetteville. She was born May 27, 1935, in Rockingham, N.C., to Hughie and Johnsie (Manor) McKenzie. Geraldine was a wonderful wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother who maintained a warm and lovely home for her family. She was a member of Central United Methodist Church in Fayetteville. She was preceded in death by her parents; and sister, Pat Boone. She is survived by her husband of 57 years, Buddy Peoples; three daughters, Julie Roetzel of Fayetteville, Ark., Donna Hanna of Fayetteville, Ark., Abbie Moloney of Long Island, N.Y.; nine grandchildren who deeply loved their Grandma "Dean"; four great-grandchildren, three brothers, and one sister. A private family graveside was held Saturday, Dec. 6 at Son's Chapel Cemetery, with Pastor Charlie Foster officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to Willard Walker Hospice Home, 325 E. Longview St., Fayetteville, AR 72703. To sign the online guest book, please visit www.nelsonberna.com. Arrangements are under the direction of Nelson-Berna Funeral Home and Crematory of Fayetteville.