Barbara J. Geraghty
Date of Passing:
Barbara J. Geraghty, 82, of Ferncrest Drive, Riverside, died peacefully on March 5, 2024 at Rhode Island Hospital, surrounded by her loving family. She was the beloved wife of the late Warren Geraghty.
Born in Centerdale, RI, a daughter of the late Thomas and Hazel (Kimball) Harring, she was a lifelong resident of Riverside.
Mrs. Geraghty was a Teacher at the East Providence High School Career and Technical Center for 30 years before retiring in 1999.
Barbara graduated from East Providence High School Class of 1959 and received her bachelor’s degree from Rhode Island College Class of 1982.
Mrs. Geraghty was a former Chairman of the Board of the Community and Teachers Federal Credit Union. She was a member of the East Providence Prayer Group and a volunteer at the Muscular Dystrophy Telethons. She was an avid reader and enjoyed doing daily crossword puzzles.
She is survived by her children, Kevin T. Reilly Sr. (Donna) of Warren, Sean P. Reilly (Denna) of New York City, NY and Kimberly A. Reilly-Foeri of Riverside; six grandchildren, Tara, Kevin Jr, Kaitlin, Emily, Jonathan and Lauren and seven great grandchildren, Cameron, Carla, Greyson, Riley, Graham, Brooks and Charli. She was the sister of the late Robert Kimball, Thomas Harring and George Harring.
Her Funeral Service will be held on Monday March 10, 2025 in the W. RAYMOND WATSON FUNERAL HOME, 350 Willett Avenue, Riverside at 11 a.m.
Calling Hours are Monday morning from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m.
BJ was one of the most important people in my mother’s life. She cared for in her later years showing kindness and love. I will always be so thankful for her thoughtfulness, patience and understanding. She will always be remembered.
I am so sorry for your loss. You are all in my thoughts and prayers!
You were the greatest teacher of the 90’s era. During that time, you showed us a view on life through a lens of wonder. Stepping into your classroom was a sanctuary of possibilities. We were seen; you talked with us. You emphasized aligning our principles with our careers, leading that one area of our lives will impact another. While reflecting back to that time we were part of your interconnection and we were certainly blessed to have you.
Condolences to a wonderful lady and true Townie
from Beverley and Richard Ferreira and the entire Ferreira family.
You were an amazing grandmother. My hand will not leave my rosary for a while for you. Thank you for all you did for me and all you’ve done for so many others
Linda and I send our condolences and prayers to the family of Barbara. We have fond memories of our families together at the community activities and at the baseball/softball fields. We will miss seeing Barbara, we have been neighbors for many years. Rest in Peace friend! 🙏❤️✝️🫂🕊
Great teacher, even better person. Always enjoyed our chats
at the Credit Union. You will be missed.
My deepest sympathy to BJ’s family. I did not know BJ professionally but came to know her in retirement. She was so warm, friendly and kind. I will miss her.
My sincere condolences to BJ’s family. She was a fantastic person I had the privilege of working with at the EPCTC.
On behalf of the East Bay Retired Teachers Association I’d like to extend our condolences to BJ’s family and friends .Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time.
Mrs. Geraghty was my Office Training teacher in 10th grade back in 84-85 and she was a sweetheart. I learned a great deal from her. Even though I chose not to stay in the OT program, what I learned stayed with me all these years. And yes, I still place two spaces after a period, lol. May she fly on angel wings. She will be missed by many.
To BJ’s family: It is with heartfelt sorrow and sympathy that I reach out to all of you on the unexpected passing of such a wonderful colleague and dear friend. Upon BJ’s retirement, I was blessed to work with her as a mentor as I took over the OT Program at the CTC. The program that she so diligently worked on for 30 years was able to continue on for another 13+ years, and I was so proud to help represent what she so professionally conducted in her tenure. BJ was also a very dear and compassionate friend to me, and her sense of humor and kindness was something I will always be grateful for. I wish you all peace and comfort during this difficult time, and my prayers and thoughts will remain with you for many years ahead. I am going to miss her very much.
I WORK FOR THE COMMUNITY & TEACHERS CU, SHE WOULD COME IN AND ALWAYS SAY HI GIRLS. IT WAS ALWAYS GREAT TO SEE HER AND HER SMILES AND FRIENDLY GREETINGS. MAY GOD BLESS HER. MY CONDOLECNES TO HER FAMILY.
My sincere sympathy to the family of BJ. I also worked with BJ at the EPCTC and she was so helpful to me when I went to work there. She had the respect and friendship of all who knew her. She will be missed by all. Love and prayers to her family.
My condolences to the family. Always pleasant and caring
i’ve known BJ for over 50 years. we started teaching together when the EP CTC opened. She was kind and understanding to all of her students and her colleagues. I am shocked by this news as i just talked to her 2 weeks ago to plan our monthly breakfast with other retirees. My condolences to Kevin, Sean and Kim and families. ❤️❤️❤️🙏🙏🙏
B J was an outstanding teacher and an even better person.
She will be missed .
So very sorry to hear of your mother’s passing, may she rest in peace.
Kevin, I’m so sorry to hear about your loss. Please know that my thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time.
A wonderful person and colleague. My sincere condolences to family and friends.
Kevin, Sean, Kim…I am heartbroken. BJ was my mentor when I came to the CTC in 1996. We did everything together back then. She has always held a special place in my heart and will continue to do so. She was the best of the best and she will be missed. ❤️ 🙏🏻
To BJ’s Family
So glad I got to know BJ by working with her at the EPCTC. Such a wonderful and brave woman with a great sense of humor too. She will be missed by so many.
Kim, my deepest sympathy to you and your family on your mother’s passing. She was a very nice lady and teacher-I remember her fondly from typing class.
Barbara is and has been the Chairman of the Community & Teachers FCU for over 20 years. Her loyalty and vision brought the CU from humble beginnings to a successfull financial business in East Providence. Her guidance will be missed but her unwavering love and kindness, no matter what the circumstances and if you were lucky enough to be her friend will be missed more. Love you BJ. We”ll meet again. Joanie-your friend! To the whole family-so sorry!
Our sincerest condolences to Lauren and all who knew and loved Barbara!