Place of birth

Jacksonville, Illinois

Spouse

Geno was married to Johnnie Mae Work, who preceded him in death.

Children

He is survived by his daughter Polly Williams and his son John Work.

Military service

Geno joined the U.S. Army in 1942 and served four years in the South Philippines.

Occupation

After serving in the army, he graduated as a chef from West Kentucky Vocational School and worked as a head chef at Our Savior's Hospital and Passavant Hospital for 35 years.

Hobbies

In his prime, Geno enjoyed cooking, fishing, hunting, and trips to Las Vegas. He was also a music lover and a fan of the Cubs and Bears.

Memberships

He was a member of the Kingsmen Club, Mount Emory Baptist Church, and a Lifetime Member of the Amvets Post 100 in Jacksonville.

Siblings

Geno was preceded in death by his brothers Avery Williams Jr., James (Jimmy) Williams, and stepbrother Terrance Bates, as well as his sisters Mary Williamson, Virginia Ross, Joan McDonald, Coreen Jones, Betty Wiley, and Arnell Simongton.

Funeral arrangements

A funeral service was held on Friday, December 27, 2024, at the Buchanan & Cody Funeral Home in Jacksonville, with burial at Jacksonville East Cemetery.

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