Geraldine E.A. Mengerink

Geraldine E.A. Mengerink, 95, of Van Wert, died Monday evening, May 26, 2025, at her residence. She was born January 30, 1930, in Van Wert, to Elmer and Mary (Dunlap) Webster. She married Edward W. Mengerink, Jr.

She was a homemaker and formerly owned and operated Pleasant Grove Campground in Van Wert.

Geraldine enjoyed gardening, cooking, fishing and watching the birds. She loved spending quality time outdoors in nature. She was considered a "Mom" to everyone and was most proud of all her grandchildren. She found peace in her favorite verse, John 3:16.

She is survived by 4 children, Brenda Miller of Convoy, Edward W. Mengerink, III of Lima, Calvin (Deb) Mengerink of Van Wert and Philip C. Mengerink of Van Wert; 16 grandchildren, 11 great grandchildren and 1 great great grandchild; and a daughter in law, Jaime Mengerink of Van Wert.

Geraldine was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, Edward, a son, Timothy Mengerink a still born daughter, Christina, and 4 brothers and 2 sisters.

Private graveside services will be held in Woodland Cemetery, Van Wert, Ohio.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to the Salvation Army.

Online Condolences may be expressed at www.alspachgearhart.com.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Alspach-Gearhart Funeral Home & Crematory, 722 S. Washington St, Van Wert, Ohio.