Geraldine Schell, age 74, of Lawrenceburg, TN, passed away on Monday, July 7, 2025, at her residence. She was a native of Bridgeport, CT and a self-employed nail technician. Geraldine enjoyed shopping, restaurants, and spending time with friends and family.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Lawrence and Theresa Calcaterra Johancsik, and her husband, Tim Schell. Geraldine is survived by her two daughters, Beth Shedd (Stacey) and Stephanie Bonee (Jason) both of Lawrenceburg, TN; one brother, Brian Johancsik of Del Ray Beach, FL; six grandchildren, Hannah Melton, Cole Duke (Tessa), Chase Bonee, Finn Duke (Emma Rochelle), Whitney Rose Bonee, and Jessa Shedd; and one great-grandchild, Forrest Green.
Arrangements are being handled by Neal Funeral Home, 231 N. Military Avenue, Lawrenceburg, Tennessee. No services will be held at this time. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorials be made to Care for Critters or Clothe Our Kids, both accounts are at First Farmers and Merchants Bank. Condolences may be sent via the website at www.nealfuneralhome.net.

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