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Gerald Wolfe Obituary
The son of Vincent J. Wolfe and Patricia W. Starr, he was born April 2, 1959 in the Bronx.
Gerald was a past member of Hillcrest Fire Department; past Director of the Washingtonville Seahawks and Coach for various teams and youth programs.
He was a loving son, husband, and father who always had a smile. An eternal optimist, he would help anyone in need.
Survivors include his wife, Patricia A. Mahler Wolfe at home; son, Brian Wolfe of Washingtonville; daughters, Tara Bugbee and her husband, Eric of North Brookfield, N.Y., and Erin Wolfe at home, and her longtime boyfriend, Craig Besse of New Bedford, Mass. He is further survived by his mother, Patricia W. and John Wetzel of Vero Beach, Fla.; brothers: Thomas W. and wife, Virginia Wolfe of Montebello, N.Y., Richard and wife, Susan Wolfe of Milford, Pa.; sister, Virginia and husband, William Guy of New City, N.Y.; mother and father-in-law, Frederick and wife, Bernardine Mahler of Garnerville; sisters-in-law, Linda and husband, John Castellano of Stony Point, and Nancy and husband, John Mlynarczyk of Washingtonville; one grandchild on the way; many nieces and nephews, and two grand nieces.
Visitation will be held on Thursday, November 29, from 2-4 and 6-9 p.m. at David T. Ferguson Funeral Home, 20 North St., Washingtonville, NY 10992.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m. on Friday, November 30, at St. Mary's Church in Washingtonville. Burial will be in Gate of Heaven Cemetery, Valhalla, N.Y.
Memorial donations in his name may be made to The North Brookfield Fire Dept., 9119 Main St., North Brookfield, NY 13418.
Arrangements are under the care of Thomas A. Murray of the David T. Ferguson Funeral Home; 845-496-9106 or www.davidtfergusonfh.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Gerald Wolfe
Tara Bugbee
December 28, 2007
Dad (The Best Fadda)-
You were truly the best father a little girl could ever ask for. You gave me 25 years of great memories. From the numerous family vacations to just spending quality time together, you were and will always be king of a family that just simply loved each other unconditional. As I welcome my new baby into the world I know you will help guide Eric and I so that we raise our children with as much love and support as you and Mom gave me. Thank you Dad, for being your little girl’s prefect Daddy. Like our song goes "I’m everything I am because you loved me". I know you’re now my angel. I know you will always be there to watch over and protect Eric and I, and our children. You will forever be in my heart. I will see you again one day in heaven. I miss you so very much.
I Love you Dad!
Love Always,
Tara
Patty Wolfe
December 27, 2007
Jerry
It's been a month now and I still can't believe you are gone. I miss you so very much. I will keep all our hopes and dreams alive. I will kiss the baby for you. I know you are our angel now. Good bye for now. I love you.
Always and Forever, Patty
December 25, 2007
To the best Brother, Cunado, Uncle & Godfather,
You were loved by so many and liked by all.
Forever young... forever in our hearts.......
We love you and will miss you always,
G, B, W, A and K
Anna & Rod Grille
December 24, 2007
Dear Jerry,
When Patty first introduced you to us we knew then you were a great guy but when our house was half buried in flood waters and you came and pumped us out - your kindness and caring came right threw for us. We knew what a great guy Patty had picked out - together you made a great couple and from that relationship you have three great children and a grandchild on the way. We were devastated to hear of your accident and we will never forget you. Our deepest sympathy to Patty, Tara, Erin and Brian - you will always be in our hearts.
Love you all. Aunt Anna & Uncle Rod
Chrisoula Gouvis
December 5, 2007
Brian & Family,
As you know we are truly sorry for your loss. Our prayers are always with you and your family.
Oua, Peter, Steve & Kathy Gouvis
Christine Masterson
December 4, 2007
Dear Pat & Family, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Heaven gained a wonderful person from everything you've told me. Please know your family is in my thoughts and prayers.
Sharon Galitsky
December 3, 2007
My thoughts and prayers are with your family. May your faith in God give you strength during this difficult time.
Lori Coleman
November 30, 2007
Tara,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Carol & Sam Simonelle
November 30, 2007
Dear Pat and family,
Sorry to hear of your loss. Our prayers are with you at this diffcult time.
Joan & James Torrens
November 30, 2007
Dear Patty and family, It is with profound sorrow we learned of the loss of your beloved husband, Jerry. Please know you, Jerry, the children and your entire family are in our daily prayers. Love Joan and Jim Torrens
Michael DeStefano
November 29, 2007
My sincere condolences to the Wolfe family. May your faith in God help you through this difficult time. I'm sorry I never reaquainted myself with Jerry after all these years. I'm sure he was as nice a person as he was in his Scouting and Ramapo HS days. Goodbye old friend.
Lisa Learnard
November 29, 2007
Tara and family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you. May the love of your family and friends help you through this difficult time.
The Pipcinski Family
November 29, 2007
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Richard Silverberg, Chaplain, Hillcrest Fire Company
November 29, 2007
Dear Pat and Family
The Officers and members of the Hillcrest Fire Company share this time of sorrow with you and your entire family
Richard Silverberg, Chaplain, Hillcrest Fire Company
November 29, 2007
Dear Pat and Family
The Officers and members of the Hillcrest Fire Company share this time of sorrow with you and your entire family. May God keep you in the palm of his hand.
Gloria and Peter Talman
November 28, 2007
Dear Family Members,
Our hearts broke upon hearing of your loss. The Hemlock Farms community has you all in our collective prayers.
Deanna Neilan
November 28, 2007
Dear Pat,
Carry with you Jerry's excitement for life & share it with your new grandchild for him. His spirit will help you along the way. Love & hugs to you, Deanna
Deanna Neilan
November 28, 2007
Dear Pat,
The Loomis' & their Realtor send their condolences to you.
Maria Bonilla
November 28, 2007
To your family and loves ones- my prayers will be with you. I am very sorry that this tragedy will happen close to the Holidays. I can't really find the words to express my condolences. God Bless All!!!
Maria Bonilla
Kristen Odom
November 28, 2007
We are thinking of all of you during this tradgedy. You will be in our prayers.
Love the Odom's
(Jason, Kristen, Austin, Bryson & Carson)
Ben Smeets
November 28, 2007
We want to express our deepest sympathies to the family.
Sally, David and Jillian
November 28, 2007
Dear Patty and Family:
Our hearts go out to you and your entire family at this time and in the days ahead. May God comfort you.
Lisa Miklos
November 28, 2007
Pat and Family,
We are holding you in our hearts. May your memories soften your pain and may your faith comfort and strengthen you.
God Bless,
Lisa, Michael, Angela and Mikey
Corinne Wyman
November 28, 2007
Pat and Family,
We are so truly sorry to hear of your loss. Our deepest sympathies and prayers are with you all. May you find strength
within each other to guide you through this difficult time.
Corinne and Dan Wyman
Tom Wolfe
November 28, 2007
Patty, Brian, Tara and Erin,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories of his love, his touch, his smile, his sense of humour, bring each of you comfort.We will miss him deeply.
Tom, Marsha and Mitchell Wolfe
David Streichert (Asst. Chaplain Hillcrest fire Co#1)
November 28, 2007
On behalf of all the Officers and members of the Hillcrest Fire Department, I would like to express our deepest sympathies to the family,and friends. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. May he rest in peace.
Matt, Lora, Joe, Matthew & Diana DePasquale
November 28, 2007
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
We are so sorry for your loss.
Mike Cartini
November 28, 2007
Tara & Family:
I am so sorry for your loss. Take comfort in remembering the good times you shared with your Dad. God bless you all.
Dawn Ryan
November 28, 2007
Tara and family,
I am very sorry for your loss, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family durring this very dificult time.
Faith & David Karas
November 28, 2007
We wish to extend our deepest sympathy at this difficult time.
You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Faith & David Karas (Schering-Plough)
John Luciano and the Entire Staff of National Lawn Sprinklers, Inc,
November 28, 2007
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Vince Pietracupa
November 28, 2007
We want to express our profound sympathies to the family.
Jim&Judy Galvin
November 28, 2007
A family man, a good man, an honorable man, a happy man ....Rest in Peace Jerry.
Terry Lopolito
November 28, 2007
Our deepest condolences and thoughts are with you. May the love of your family and friends help you through this difficult time. Terry, Jim, Brett & Jason Lopolito
Tom Murray and the Staff of Ferguson Funeral Home
November 28, 2007
Extending our sincerest condolences.
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