Geraldine Wilson Jerrindie

Geraldine Wilson Jerrindie, age 72, of Hayesville, North Carolina passed away on Saturday June 14, 2025. She was born to the late Frank and Lillie Mae Wilson on September 14, 1952. Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by a son Derek Wilson.

She was a native and lifelong resident of Cherokee County, North Carolina. Geraldine was a Christian and of the Baptist faith. She had owned and operated several restaurants in her lifetime and her specialty was homemade jellies, bread and Shoney's strawberry pie. Many people remember her warm welcome and tasty food.

She is survived by her daughter, Mandy Jane Fortner, brother, Danny Wilson and sister. Gail (Bucky) Kelly. Several grandchildren, nieces and nephews also survive.

No services are planned at this time. The family respectfully requests in lieu of flowers, contributions may be sent to Mount Zion Baptist Church in Marble, North Carolina for the cemetery fund. Donations should be mailed to Mary Ruth Keller 5347 Highway 141, Marble, North Carolina 28905.

Cochran-McDaniel Funeral Home is honored to serve the family of Geraldine Wilson Jerrindie. You may sign the guest register and send condolences to the family at www.cochran-mcdaniel.com