"My condolences to Pam's family and loved ones. I've known her for a long time and I'm sure she will be missed. "
In loving memory of
Pamela Sue Geertz
March 1, 1956 - April 5, 2017
PAMELA SUE GEERTZ
MUSCATINE, Iowa - Pamela Sue Geertz, 61, of Muscatine, passed away on Wednesday, April 5, 2017, at her home.
A Graveside Service will be held at noon, on Saturday, April 8, 2017, at Memorial Park Cemetery. Chaplain Scott Minteer will officiate. Visitation will be from 9 until 11:30 a.m. on Saturday, April 8, 2017, at Ralph J. Wittich-Riley-Freers Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Heartland Hospice. Online condolences: www.wittichfuneralhome.com
Pamela was born on March 1, 1956, in Fort Madison, the daughter of Wilbert and Dorothy Fedler Niggemeyer. She married LeRoy Schell on February 11, 2017, in Muscatine.
She worked as head manager at McDonald's in Muscatine from 1978 until 2015.
Pamela enjoyed fishing, mushroom hunting, outdoor activities, gambling and playing with her grandchildren.
Those left to honor her memory include her husband, LeRoy Schell of Muscatine; one son, Brian Schell and fiancé, Lisa Hocke, of Fruitland; one daughter, Pamela Stewart and husband, Ryan, of Letts; five grandchildren, Lea Kay and Jaynee Mae Stewart, and Phoenix, Preston and Phoebe Hocke; two sisters, Debbie Nichols and husband, Rick, of Mediapolis, and Terry Cramblit and husband, Scott, of Fort Madison; one niece; four great nieces; one great nephew; and one great great niece.
She was preceded in death by her father and mother Wilbert and Dorothy Niggemeyer.
Tributes
"Thoughts and prayers to the family. "
"My sincerest condolences to family. I knew Pam in grade school, but we weren't friends. Reconnected when we both worked a the new Pizza Hut in FortMadison. We both transferred to Muscatine Pizza Hut & shared an apartment for a year. I moved back, she stayed. We had some fun times. I'm really sorry we didn't stay in touch. Rest well, Pam. "
"Thoughts and prayers to Pam's family. I will miss you my friend."
"I'm sorry to hear about Pam's passing. I remember when she would bring me the cars that went into the happy meals. That was always a nice treat. I would stop in and see her at work from time to time. I remember when people started to call her big Pam to distinguish her from the other Pam. I think it had more to do with employment position than anything."
"We had lots of fun on Avenue O. May God bless and comfort you all."
"We had lots of fun on Avenue O. May God bless and comfort you all."
"We had lots of fun on Avenue O. May God bless and comfort you all."
"Pam you will always remain in our hearts. Hugs and prayers to the family."
"My condolences to your family. I do believe that time helps us to remember the good; and time fades the pain. I have memories of happily playing at your house where there were NO BOYS. Diana Hartley Killoren"
"Mom- how do I write this when it's still so very hard for me to grasp that you are gone. You have been there for me since a was a little girl. Always there for me to talk to and ready to give me straight, honest advice. You were an amazing leader, boss and friend. But you were an amazing mother figure to me and to many other young men and women who came to work at the restaurant. My heart aches from losing you, but I know now you are able to see the things you didn't get to enjoy while you were here in this world. I hope there are plenty of good fishing holes up there in heaven. And I hope and pray that I see you again. Already miss you terribly. Love B"
"Pam was the face of McDonald's. Taken too soon. Rest in peace, Pam.. "
"Pam was a very nice person. I love work with her. You will be miss a lot from McDonald's and every where else. But I know you are looking down at from heaven and make sure that we do a very good job. Rest in peace."
"Pam was always a inspiration to me the whole time i worked for her at mcdonalds. We could always have a good laugh and get work done. It was an honor getting to work with her,and getting to know her. I always saw here as apart of mcdonalds family, i love all the ladies i've had the the pleasure working with the past 6 years. I will never forget you Pam. I will always love and miss you!"
"I remember you and I started at McDonalds together 1978-1981. I was so nervous about all the info they were going through and you said not to worry, it would all come to us once they let us go to it. You were more than a boss, you were a friend and a confidant and a born leader and you were the first one to introduce me to wine coolers. You will be missed. RIP my friend. "
"Friend, family, sister, mentor, boss, all describes you well. Yet is doesn't even scratch the surface of what you were, you inspired 1000's by giving them their first job and leading by showing what hard work was. I picture you basking in the sun with a pole in the water and a beer by your side. RIP my friend."
"I have known Pam for many years, from Pizza Hut to McDonald's. She became more of a sister than a friend. I would answer her calls when she had problems at Pizza Hut and McDonald's, she would refer to me as her "white knight". Many good memories are shared of McD's times. She will be deeply missed. Her family is in our thoughts and prayers."
"Pam... Mentor Friend Family You were my mentor when we met. You taught me great work ethic and how to lead. You were my friend and advised me through those rough teenage years. You became part of our family, as I remember special times and love and laughter we shared. I am thankful for you Pam. You will be dearly missed. "
"On behalf of the Quad Cities Ronald McDonald Program...sending thoughts and prayers to all those who loved...and will always love...Pam."