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William A. Gerson

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William Gerson Obituary

GERSON, William A. Age 62, of Holliston, died Monday, November 10, 2008. Born in New York, he was the son of the late Claire and William E. Gerson. He was the husband of 36 years to Eleanor (Doherty) Gerson of Holliston. A Holliston resident for the past 33 years, he was a Boston College Alumni. After a long career of Admissions at Boston College, he more recently taught High School. He was a basketball public address announcer for 27 years at the Conte Forum at B.C. Besides his wife, he leaves 1 son, Brian T. Gerson of Culver City, CA, 2 daughters, Marybeth Heyd and her husband Benjamin of Los Angeles CA, Megan Rhodes and her husband Andrew of Washington DC, 1 brother; Thomas Gerson and his wife Nancy of Madison, CT, 1 grandchild; Lucille Heyd, and many nieces and nephews. Bill is predeceased by a sister Maryanne Klein. Visitation will take place on Thursday, Nov. 13th 4-8 PM at the Chesmore Funeral Home of HOLLISTON, 854 Washington St., (Route 16) Chesmore FuneralHome.com. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated Friday at 10:30 AM at St. Mary's Church of Holliston. Burial will follow in the Parish Cemetery. Donations in his memory may be made to James and Mary Doherty Library Fund, c/o Boston College, More Hall, Rm 220, Chestnut Hill, MA. 02467.

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Published by Boston Globe on Nov. 12, 2008.

Memories and Condolences
for William Gerson

19 Entries

Leon Motingia

November 18, 2008

Megan
A l'occasion de la mort de votre regrette Pere, je saisis cette opportunity ensemble avec tous les amis et connaissances pour vous presenter mes sinceres condoleances. Ma priere est que Dieu Tout Puissant qui a permis cette situation puisse egalement vous soutenir afin de mieux supporter cette dure epreuve de separation et qu'a l'occasion Il puisse raffermir davantage les liens dans votre famille.

William Jablon

November 14, 2008

Ellie,
Ellen and I are shocked this morning to hear about Bill. Our prayers are with you and the family. We remember fondly our BC years together.

Gethin Coolbaugh

November 13, 2008

I was deeply saddened to hear of the death of Mr. William Gerson. I was a student of his last year at Framingham High School. I would like to say that he was one of the best teachers that I have ever had. His methods of teaching were brilliant, as he linked the current events with the events in history that he taught.
I will never forget him for the rest of my life. He will be greatly missed, and all of us at Framingham High School would like to offer our condolences, and my heart and prayers go out to the entire Gerson family in this time of sadness. Thank you for sharing him with all of us here at Framingham High School, and God Bless You.

Joe Burns

November 13, 2008

I am shocked to hear that we won't be seeing Bill at the first basketball game to share his excitement about the season. There was no one who loved this university, its people, its courses, its students more than Bill. His enthusiasm, work and involvement brought many new students here to make it a far stronger, richer community. We can all take some comfort in the thought that his spirit will always be alive on the BC campus.

Jack & Kathy Kearns

November 13, 2008

Ellie & family
We were sad to hear about the
passing of Billy. Our thoughts and
prayers are with you and your family
during this difficult time.

Kristin Tornifoglio

November 13, 2008

Dear Madame Gerson,
I was so sad to hear about the loss of your husband. He was such a nice man and I always enjoyed our "coffee talks" at Coffee Haven. Our thoughts are with you during this difficult time.
Kristin Tornifoglio & family

Jessica Harshman

November 13, 2008

To the Gerson family,
The Longfellow Sports Club would like to extend our thoughts and prayers with you. Bill was an exceptional member, always with a political joke or warm story of his family as he walked into our club. He will be greatly missed by staff and other members.

Mary McNulty

November 13, 2008

Dear Ellie,
My deepest sympathy to you and your children on the death of Billy. I so enjoyed chatting with him at the few Mary/Rita events where we would meet. I remember him as a lovely man.
Sincerely,

Sandy Maycock

November 13, 2008

Dear Ellie and "family"
Sending our love and understanding to you during this difficult time. Heartfelt sympathy for your loss. Please know that all of you are in our prayers and thoughts.

Mukaba Thibaut

November 13, 2008

Megan,
The DR Congo's Health team is just informed of the passing of your beloved father. I want to express my deepest sympathy to your family. May God continue to keep you all.

Bill Comeaux

November 13, 2008

I did not have the good fortune to personally meet Mr. Gerson, but I met him in another way - through his daughter, Megan. I have had the pleasure to work with Megan in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), a country mired in conflict with immense health needs. I have seen Megan's strong work ethic, compassion, and professionalism - so in this way I have met her father. She also spoke so well of her father and her pride in him was obvious. Mr. Gerson, I can assure you that you have clearly done a wonderful job in rearing your daughter and of that you can be proud. My prayers and thoughts are with you and your family as they learn how to cope with the lost of their husband and father.

Marcel Kabila

November 13, 2008

Megan,
mes condoleances pour cette dure epreuve qui frappe votre famille, que le Tres Haut puisse l'accueillir dans sa demeure et qu'il vous assiste durant ce douloureux evenement.

Laurent Kapesa

November 13, 2008

Megan, it was really a very sad news since I heard yesterday the death of you father. My prayers are with you and your family. God will continue to provide all necessary strengths to allow you and your family to overcome this unique and hard situation. My family and my self will continue to pray for you. Again, my deepest condolences to you and your family. Laurent Kapesa

Shawn McGinn

November 12, 2008

To the Gerson Family:
I'd like to extend my deepest sympathies to you all. My father shared the news with me yesterday. Growing up going to BC games with my dad Bob and my brother Bryan, we used to always enjoy hearing his voice and repeating his chants on the way home after a big game!! Mark Molinsky for threeeeee!! or Maallllcommm Huckabeeeee for threee!!! He was a great man and I'm sorry his life was cut short due to this horrible disease. My father wishes he could have been there for him during these past few months as they both fought through their battles. Take care. -Shawn

Dick O'Brien

November 12, 2008

Ellie,
I was shocked last night to learn of Bill's death. I knew him for many years with the Alumni Association and Volunteer Admissions at BC. Very good memories as Bill did a great job starting the Alumni Voluneer program. He loved BC,but he loved his family first and foremost. I never talked with Bill when he didn't mention you or the children. My deepest condolences to you and all your family.

C Davis

November 12, 2008

I was so sorry to hear of the loss of your father. I read the obituary. He was so young. Please remember the pain will lessen as time goes on. Please let me know if there is anything I can do to help at this time.

Delores Armstead

November 12, 2008

Megan, my prayers are with you and your family during this time. May God continue to keep you. He will give you the strength you need and in time heal your hurt. Love, Delores Armstead.

Carol Rosenfelt

November 12, 2008

We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and deepest sympathy are with you all.
The Rosenfelt Family

James Maiocca

November 12, 2008

Ellie, I was so saddened when Jenn told me about Bill.We were good friends for so many years,our soccer games together,talking about every other sport and not watching to much of the game.I enjoyed the Red Sox games with Bill,always the great seats.My thoughts and prayers are with you and your children and I will always remember my good friend,Bill.
Jim Maiocca

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