Geraldine Louise Short

Geraldine (Gerry) Louise Short passed away suddenly on January 21, 2023. Gerry was born on January 29, 1944 in Middletown, Ohio. She was the daughter of Gerald LeRoy Alexander and Mary Ellen Alexander. Graduating from Trenton High School in 1962 as her Class Valedictorian was a highlight achievement. She did so while working part-time as a clerk at Bruck Radio & Hobby Shop and at Johnson's Grocery Store as a cashier.In 1964, Gerry married a fellow Ohioan, Dennis Short and they began their family while living in Middleton. They were married for 58 years.Initially, Gerry stopped working outside the home in 1968 to give birth to their daughter, Teri Lynn. Four short years later, they welcomed Christopher Scott into the family in 1972.She was preceded in death by her late husband, Dennis M. Short, July 17, 2022, daughter Teri Short Best, October 23, 2013, and sister Anna Mary Hicks, January 2, 2015.Gerry is survived by son Christopher (Scott) Short, daughter-in-law Mary Short of Vancouver, WA; granddaughter Cameron Short, grandson Griffin Short; grandsons Kyle Komlosi and Ryan Komlosi; adopted grandson Matt Delisle; great granddaughter Evelynn Jay Komlosi; and sisters Donna Rosenfelder and Josephine Grathwohl. She also leaves behind beloved Murphy, her loyal little dog of many years.After growing up and starting their family in Ohio, Gerry and Dennis moved their young family to Vancouver, Washington in 1981, where they would spend the rest of their days. In 1987, Gerry began a long career of 25 years with the Vancouver Public School District, retiring in March 2012. She was known for her warm and inviting disposition everywhere she went, especially as receptionist at the district office. Gerry developed many lasting and meaningful friendships wherever she went.Gerry and her late husband, Dennis were avid golfers and dedicated members of Royal Oaks Country Club for more than 40 years. Her team spirit is missed by many at Royal Oaks.The Shorts were also known for their philanthropy. They believed in generously giving back to their community in time and resources. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to her favorite charity, The Salvation Army, 1500 NE 112th Avenue, Vancouver, WA 98684.The public is invited a memorial service at the First United Methodist Church, 401 E. 33rd Street, Vancouver, WA 98663, on Saturday, March 11, 2023, at 12:00 pm.

Geraldine Louise Short

January 29, 1944 - January 21, 2023