Geraldine Land Wade was born in 1947 to Tincy Sells and Marshall Land. She was the middle of three children. She was preceded in death by her husband, Jarl Lee Wade Sr., both of her parents, and her two brothers; Jarvie Bill Tanton and Earl Lester Cheatham.

Geraldine attended Elementary School in the Community of Jamestown and graduated High School in Wiergate, Texas. After graduating High School, she worked at Temple Inland. There, she met and married the love of her life, her husband, Jarl Lee Wade Sr., who loved and spoiled her for 32 years. To their union three children were born.

Geraldine was a faithful member of Faith Temple Church of God In Christ in Jasper, Texas. She was known for her kind heart and loving patience with little ones. She taught at Newton County Headstart for 27 years. During that time, she went to College and received her Teacher Certification.

She leaves to cherish her memories: Yolanda Williams and Sharon (Harvey) Hafford of Jasper, TX, and Jarl (Patrina) Wade of Newton, TX. Three hand-picked children from God; LaTorya (TJ) Smith of San Augustine, TX, Lyndrea Samuel and LaDavion Samuel both of Waco, TX. Seven grandchildren; Jacoty (Veretta), Da'Dron (Nette), Devin, Tre'Von, Ahkia, Starla, and Jaylan; eight great-grandchildren; Adrian, Adron, Camron, Avani, Kynsleigh, and Harmony. A very "Special Sister", Patsy Sylvester, and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives, church family, and friends.