Obituary of Alberta M. Geisler

Alberta Marriott Geisler, passed away Saturday, September 19, 2015 at the Kingsway Arms Nursing Center in Schenectady. Born January 30, 1924 in Jamestown, NY, she was the daughter of the late Rev. Dr. Albert and Florence Marriott. Alberta was educated at Allegheny College in Meadville, PA, and Teachers College in N.Y.C. She married the love of her life Rev. Charles N. Geisler Jr. on August 16, 1948. She taught countless piano students and directed many church choirs throughout her life. Survivors include her son, Charles Dale (Susan) Geisler of Scotia; daughter, Hope (Paul) Rulison of Galway; grandchildren Ben and Jenifer Geisler of Queensbury, Chris and Paige Geisler of Canal Winchester, OH, Jacob Geisler of Guilderland and Marguerite and Ethan Canfield of FL; nieces Barby and Al Brower of Industry PA, Betty Hemphill of FL; and nephew Albert McColgin of Beaver Hills, PA. A celebration of Alberta's life will be held at 1PM, Tuesday, September 22, 2015 at the Centenary United Methodist Church, 1 Gray Ave, Greenwich, NY, 12834 with the Rev. Debbie Earthrowl officiating. Burial will be at the convenience of the family. Donations in Alberta's name can be made to the Centenary United Methodist Church organ fund or the Geisler Study.