Kathleen Geeslin

Kathleen Geeslin, a beloved mother, daughter, and friend, passed away peacefully on June 24, 2024. Born in March of 1956, in Blytheville, Kathleen led a vibrant life marked by love, curiosity and creativity.

A proud graduate of Blytheville High School and Arkansas State University, where she earned her teaching degree, Kathleen dedicated her career to education. She was a passionate teacher who deeply influenced countless students with her enthusiasm for learning and her genuine care for each individual.

Kathleen was an ardent writer and river enthusiast. Her heart was truly joyful when immersed in the beauty of nature and the arts. She expressed her creativity through various mediums, including drawing, watercolor painting and writing. Summers spent on the Spring River in Hardy were particularly precious to her; she reveled in the calming waterfalls and bright sunshine, sharing these joys with her family and close friends. She found peace in mindfulness and delight in exploring new cultures.

She was a devoted member of the First United Methodist Church of Blytheville, teaching Sunday school and serving her community tirelessly. Kathleen’s outreach included tutoring, delivering Christmas gifts to nursing homes and children, and participating in Meals on Wheels.

Kathleen leaves behind her children, Nick (Kelsey) Coleman of Bentonville, Kit (Kayla Newcomb) Coleman of Little Rock, and Renata (Fellipe) Dos Reis Pacheco of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil; along with her cherished dog, Aja. She was preceded in death by her brother, Bill Geeslin, and her parents, Betty and T.E. Geeslin.

This summer, the family plans to celebrate Kathleen’s life at the family cabin in Hardy. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to the Myositis Association to improve the lives of those with Myositis (www.myositis.org/donate/).

We will forever hold dear Kathleen’s creative spirit, her remarkable resilience, and her thoughtful writing. In remembrance, we share a quote from one of her favorite authors, Eckhart Tolle, on a topic she deeply valued: the present moment. “Realize deeply that the present moment is all you have.”