Cecil Linden Geer, III, age 65

Cecil Linden Geer, III, age 65 of Forest City, passed away Monday, October 31, 2016.

Cecil was born in Rutherford County on September 8, 1951 and was a son of the late C. L. Geer, Jr. and Rozzelle Duncan Geer. He was a member of the First Baptist Church of Forest City where he had served on various church committees as well as a Deacon. Cecil began his career with Southern Bell Telephone which later became Bellsouth and eventually AT&T where he retired. Following his retirement he and his wife Myra, traveled throughout the United States visiting National Parks. He also had a interest in promoting downtown Forest City where he purchased and renovated several buildings. Cecil was an avid Forest City Owls Baseball supporter and formed the Forest City Owls Booster Club which brought everyone so much enjoyment. He always enjoyed riding his motorcycle with his close friends. Cecil was a devoted son, husband, father and loyal friend. His sister, Sandra Geer preceded him in death.

Survivors include his wife of 44 years, Myra Mathis Geer, two sons, Jason Geer and Justin Geer both of Atlanta, a sister, Cecilia Geer Heape and husband Clyde of Wedowee, Alabama as well as nieces and nephews that he loved.

A memorial service was held at the First Baptist Church of Forest City with Reverend Dr. Garrin Hill and Reverend J. Anthony Spencer officiating. The family respectfully requests that memorials be made to the First Baptist Church, 211 West Main Street, Forest City, NC 28043.

The Padgett and King Mortuary and Crematory is in charge of arrangements.