Geraldine Rose Barry Cunningham

Geraldine Rose Barry Cunningham of Jefferson City, Missouri, passed away on January 28th. Born on January 8, 1933, in St. Louis City, Geraldine was the second oldest of ten children to Rose (Donovan) and Andrew Barry. She grew up in North St. Louis as part of a large Irish Catholic family and received her early education at St. Philip Neri grade school, and Laboure High School.

Geraldine was married to the late Edward Donald Cunningham for 35 years. She is lovingly remembered by her children: Claire West; Shawn (Bev) Cunningham, of Jefferson City; Donna (David) Baringer, of St. Louis; and Barry (Kimba) Cunningham of Cork, Ireland. Geraldine’s legacy lives on through her 13 grandchildren and more than 20 great-grandchildren.

Since 1963, Geri had been a dedicated member of St. Joseph Cathedral, participating actively in numerous parish and diocesan initiatives. Her involvement included the daughters of Isabella, the Guadalupe Circle, and the Ladies Auxiliary of the Knights of Columbus. Additionally, she served as an executive board member of the Cole County Historical Society for over five years.

Geraldine was an avid traveler, with a particular appreciation for her journeys across Europe; Ireland was especially significant to her given her Irish heritage. She was a former member of the Meadow Lake Country Club, where she participated in golf and tennis. Additionally, Geraldine was committed to bridge and attained the distinguished rank of life master.

She began her professional career at the Missouri State Capitol in 1966. Her commitment to personal growth and education led her to earn a bachelor’s in criminology. She concluded her distinguished career as an investigator with the Missouri Attorney General’s Office.

Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at the Cathedral of St. Joseph on Tuesday, February 3rd at 11am. Family and friends are invited to gather in the church for a visitation beginning at 9:30am. Following the service, a luncheon will be held in Cana Hall in the lower level of the church.

Private family burial will be in Riverview Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to: St. Vincent de Paul Parish, 1408 S. 10^th Street, St. Louis, MO 63104

Services entrusted to Trimble Funeral Homes – Jefferson City. trimblefunerals.com