Geraldine T. Massoudi (Shaimas), 62 years, of Woburn, a loving daughter, wife, and mother passed away Thursday October 4, 2012 at the Massachusetts General Hospital. She leaves behind her husband, Akbar Massoudi and two children Natasha and Arian, as well as close cousins and a niece. Geri, born and raised on the North Shore attended Bishop Fenwick High School (Class of 1968), secretarial school and later completed her nursing degree at Winthrop Hospital. Over the years Geri cared for and touched the lives of patients at several hospitals, including the Massachusetts General Hospital, before becoming a full time mother in 1984. While staying active with her nursing interests, she continued to devote her life to her family. Wholeheartedly compassionate and thoughtful, Geri’s warm spirit and vibrant laugh and smile touched everyone around her. Through a love for travel, especially to Bermuda, affinity for being near the ocean, and an ardent enjoyment of the company of family and friends, Geri carried out life to the fullest. Her bright presence and strength will forever be missed by all those who experienced her loving spirit.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Schepens Eye Research Institute, 20 Staniford Street, Boston, Massachusetts 02114. Wake services to be held at McLaughlin Dello-Russo Funeral Home, 60 Pleasant Street, Woburn, Monday evening October 8th, 5-8pm. Funeral services and burial will be private.