Genevieve Bader McShane
December 24, 1915 ~ April 7, 2013
Genevieve Bader McShane, 97, of Cedar Rapids died peacefully Sunday, April 7, 2013, at the Dennis & Donna Oldorf Hospice House of Mercy, Hiawatha. Mass of the Christian Burial: 10 a.m. Thursday, April 11 at St. Matthew's Catholic Parish officiated by Rev. David Beckman. Visitation: 5-7 p.m. Wednesday at Stewart Baxter Funeral & Memorial Services, Cedar Rapids, with a vigil service at 6:30 p.m. Burial: Mt. Calvary Cemetery, Cedar Rapids. Survivors include sister, Ruth Anne Hargin of Cedar Rapids; brother, Ray Bader of Casper, Wyoming; granddaughter Leslie (Matt) Rivellese and children Blake, Will, Gabi, and Sofie of Alexandria, Virginia; grandson Jay (Amy) and son Cameron of Alexandria, Virginia; son-in-law, Kiah Warden of Herndon, Virginia; numerous nieces and nephews; and her dear friends at the Cedars Apartments. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Paul in 1982; daughter, Linda Warden in 2007; brothers, Robert, Donald, and Ralph Bader; and sister, Helen Strother. Genevieve was born December 24, 1915, in Monticello, Iowa, the daughter of Thomas and Ana (Oswald) Bader. She married Paul McShane on October 26, 1939, in Anamosa. Genevieve was employed by J.C. Penney for many years. She was a devout Catholic and an active member of St. Mathews Catholic Parish, including St. Bernadette's Circle. She worked tirelessly on many funeral dinners at the church. Genevieve will be remembered for her quick wit, humor, and boundless energy. She lived a full, productive life and loved to reminisce about her family and experiences. Special thanks to the staffs at Higley Mansion, Meadowview Memory Care Village, and the Hospice House for their wonderful care. Memorials may be directed to St. Mathews Catholic Parish or the Dennis & Donna Oldorf Hospice House of Mercy.
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Dear McShane family,
Please accept my deep regrets for your loss. You don’t know me but I wanted to share what helped me when I lost my whole family to this enemy death which always brings pain and grief but I found comfort hope in what Jehovah Gods word says at John11:11 and Mark5:39 that they’er just asleep and Jesus states at John5:28,29 that I’ll see them again and this helps me get through each day because I miss them so much. I do hope that by your reading these scriptures in your Bible that you’ll find comfort and hope also for this is my purpose in sharing this with you. Please know that I do share your grief and truly hope this has helped in some way. Sincerely, Gloria Mosley
Genevieve loved her neice, Geri,very much and was a devoted supporter of Discovery Living. Her peanut brittle treats were always a big hit at the travelogue film fundraising shows. We will miss this wonderful, caring and compassionate woman. May God bless her richly in her heavenly home.
So sorry to hear of Aunt Genevieve’s passing, but knowing she is in a better place. She will always be remembered for her generous spirit and grace.
My prayers and care join yours as family. Mrs. McShane was a strong woman of deep faith and numerous gifts. She loved her family, St. Matthew’s faith community and many friends. She touched so many hearts, especially my mother’s. In care, prayer and gratitude –Sr. Maurita
Dear Ruth Anne & family, was so sorry to hear Of Gen’s passing. I remember all the times I’d take her car in for service and re-setting the time on her TV. Gen and mom are probably catching up on things in Heaven!
All our thoughts and prayers,
Tom & Janet Marbach