Geraldine Essig Anderson

Geraldine Essig Anderson, at the age of 96, was taken to her heavenly home on Saturday, December 14, 2013. She was a longtime member of Netherwood Church of Christ. She is survived by her grandsons, Ted Mascarenas, Tim Mascarenas, Terry Mascarenas, Steve Rosas and Tommy Mascarenas; granddaughters, Becky Skornia, Christina Mascarenas and Bobbi Gonzales; sons-in-law, Robert Mascarenas and Leo Rosas; her 12 great-grandchildren and 11 great-great-grandchildren. Geraldine was preceded in death by her dedicated husband of 28 years, Ed Anderson; her loving daughters, Jerry Diana Mascarenas and Charlene Rosas; parents, Ed W. and Hettie Essig; and sister, Edythe Fisher. Geraldine was loved by many and will be sorely missed by all. Her love for her Heavenly Father was evident in words that she spoke to everyone. Geraldine had great pride in her vegetable garden, especially her tomatoes. She was known by all as "Juggie", came to New Mexico in 1948 with her husband and two young daughters. She lived several years in Socorro and in Albuquerque, Juggie resided at Albuquerque Rehabilitation Center in the last years of her life. We, as her grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and great-great-grandchildren and friends lay her to rest in the Lord's arms. Funeral Services will be held on Thursday, December 19, 2013, 10:00 am at French - University, with visitation one hour prior, from 9:00 am - 10:00 am. Burial will follow at Sunset Memorial Park Cemetery, 924 Menaul Blvd NE. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation 8200 Mountain Rd NE Albuquerque, NM 87110.