
Rockville Maryland – Robert Geier passed. It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Robert (Bob) Edwin Geier (aka “Pop Pop”) of Kensington, Maryland on November 7, 2024 at the age of 84.
He is survived by his loving wife of 62 years, Eleanor (Louise) Geier and his three children and their spouses, Robert Jr (Lilly), Patricia (Ken) and Richard (Angie) and his four grandchildren (Logan, Adam, Taylor and Lauren). Bob was the oldest of five – his three brothers (Tom (Connie), Jack (Connie), and Richard (Robin)) and his sister (Nancy (Dave)). He is preceded in death by his mother (Helen Connolly), father (Edwin) and brother (Tom).
Born to Helen and Edwin Geier and raised in Pittsburgh, PA, Bob went to Avalon High School and graduated from Duquesne University with a B.S. degree in Accounting. He met his beloved wife, Louise, at a New Year’s Eve Party and never looked back. They married in 1962, had three children and relocated to the Washington, DC area in 1969.
Bob made life-long friends at every phase of his life, whether it was through his work, in the neighborhood or on his and Louise’s many travels. He was at his happiest when having family and friends over at the house so that he could feed them and make them feel at home. If you have ever asked Bob how he was doing, the answer was always a booming “I’m Incredible!!” and he truly always was!
While his wife, children and grandchildren were his greatest loves, Bob’s other passion was travel. The family made many US road trips in the early years; however, once Bob and Louise were empty-nesters, they expanded their horizons – visiting over 60 countries and seeing incredible things and meeting wonderful people along the way. Bob’s favorite part of traveling was meeting new people and learning about their lives. He was especially thrilled to find Steelers fans around the world that shared the love of his hometown team.
Bob was a deeply beloved husband, father/father-in-law, grandfather, brother, cousin and friend to many. It is clear that his life was richer due to family and friends and that his family and friends’ lives were richer for knowing him. At the time of his passing, he was surrounded by his family which was exactly how he would have wanted it.
A Celebration of Life is being planned for early December. Details will be sent via email/text once scheduled.