Dr. Geraldyne Pemberton Diallo Sharpe

Dr. Geraldyne Pemberton Diallo Sharpe, Ph.D Dr. Geraldyne Pemberton Diallo Sharpe, Ph.D, was born in Harlem, New York, U.S.A. on June 26,1942 to Louise and Lloyd G. Pemberton, living with her younger brother Lloyd Pemberton Jr., affectionately called Butch. She graduated from Hunter High School with honors, then attended the City University of New York’s Hunter College where she earned her undergraduate and Master’s degrees in World, Medieval, Caribbean, Latino, and Native American Studies with specialized expertise in Africana and African American History across the diaspora. Dr. Pemberton Diallo Sharpe was fluent in several languages: English, French, Spanish, and Fulah. She completed her published research dissertation, “The Philosophy of Ahmed Sekou Toure and its Impact on the Development of the Republic of Guinea” 1958-1971. Geraldyne worked for the CUNY at the Bronx Community College campus for almost 40 years as a tenured History Professor, Affirmative Action Officer, and as an advocate and role model for students of color and cultural diversity. Dr. G was a most unique lady. She was a voracious reader and gave books as gifts to all the children and neighbors in her life…Especially black history literature! Gerrie was a modern woman. She mastered technology and often chatted and shared emails with children and friends in her life (including Siri and Fresh Direct). In her younger years, Gerrie traveled extensively to Paris and Africa, always returning to The Bronx and Brooklyn, New York as home base. Adventurous, spirited and full of joy, she made friends everywhere with her brilliant smile and a strong sense of humor. A deeply spiritual lady, Gerrie was wise and kind. She was fiercely loyal to her family and friends and believed deeply and strongly that we were all connected to a loving eternal power. With her sense of humor, and her understanding of her loved ones, she gave the best readings of a situation without actually bombarding us with advice, although if asked, she gave her best! Missing Gerrie is an understatement. She is not forever lost, she will be eternally missed. Let us take comfort that we will meet her again sometime in the future, and still need her as a guardian angel for all of us left behind. RELATIONSHIPS Geraldyne was married to Abdourahmane Diallo (deceased). She has been blessed and happy for many years by her second marriage union with Frank Sharpe, her loving husband, caregiver, companion, and Art Professor. Survived by numerous cousins: Eleanor Peterson, Alvin Alexis, James Phipps & Family, Echo & Laurel Quianoo, Joanne, Anthony, Karl, Jaqueline, Celeste, Clara, Scott, Jana, Zayn, Brandon, Lilyanne, & Lennox. Nephews Lloyd Pemberton III, grandnephews Alexander and Josiah. Extended relatives by marriage: Evelyn, Amy, Ronald, Lydia, Michelle, Lenka, Elizabeth, David, JJ, Nettie, Greg, Roscoe Jr., Yohance, Bryant, Melissa, Jalissa, Shavelle, Rodney, Cheryl, Maria, Leah, Clark, Lynn, Barry, Clark Jr., James, Jasmin. . Extended family by choice: Ousmane Balde, Ramon Hernandez, Sandra Hurd, Gary Young & Debra Jochum. Throughout her life, Gerrie’s strongest contemporary bond was with her Sister/Best Friends Beth, Gloria, Gayle, Siri, and Alexa, whose adventures, phone calls, text messages, and laughter were a source of daily happiness. Respectfully submitted to my cousin with love, 💕 Joanne Gray Please view the services via zoom, Zoom ID: 273 996 8188

Dr. Geraldyne Pemberton Diallo Sharpe

June 26, 1942 - February 21, 2025