BORN

1944

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2018

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Charles Gerhart Obituary

Charles H. Gerhart
October 30, 1944 - February 9, 2018
Chambersburg
Charles H. "Bud" Gerhart, 73, passed away Friday, February 9, 2018 at the Chambersburg Hospital. Born October 30, 1944 in Chambersburg, he was the son of the late Robert and Janet (Huber) Gerhart. He was the husband of Trudy L. (Brown) Gerhart whom he married December 6, 1976.
Bud graduated from Chambersburg Senior High School in the class of 1962. He entered the United States Navy serving during the Vietnam War. Upon his Honorable Discharge, Bud returned to Chambersburg where he was a career firefighter as with his father and brother. He worked for the Borough of Chambersburg for more than 25 years, later retiring in 1995.
Bud was a member of the IAFF Local 1813, Chambersburg, and was proud to be a member of several of the local Veteran's organizations.
In addition to his wife, Bud is survived by daughter, Andrea J. Geesaman; three grandchildren, Zachary U. Geesaman, Bennett P. Geesaman and Rachael A. Geesaman; sister-in-law, Patricia Gerhart; niece, Susan Gerhart; and several cousins and extended family. He was preceded in death by a brother, Jackson H. Gerhart; and a nephew, Jeffrey Gerhart.
Funeral services will be private and at the convenience of the family.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions may be made to the Chambersburg Fire Department, 130 N 2nd St., Chambersburg, PA 17201.
The Kelso Cornelius Funeral Home has been entrusted with the arrangements. To share online condolences, please visit
www.KelsoCorneliusFH.com

Published by Public Opinion on Feb. 11, 2018.
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Gone from site but not our heart, that's what memories are about and we have a lot of them.
Know that Bob and I are thinking about you and Andy.

Sharon & Bobby Combs

February 14, 2018

Trudy,
Sorry to hear about your loss,
Butch and Debbie Hoover
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February 14, 2018

I just heard and was very sad to learn of the passing of my cousin, Buddy. I didn't realize he was ill. I have very fond memories of my childhood and all the times we spent with Aunt Janet, Uncle Bob, Jackie, and Buddy. Christmases were special at their house, and we visited every Xmas day. Now the whole family is gone but certainly never forgotten. Trudy and family, please accept my condolences.

Sincerely,
Sylvia Wingert Funk
Sylvia Wingert Funk.

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February 13, 2018

Trudy,
We are sorry for your loss. We will always remember Bud. We have many great memories of him. You're in our thoughts and prayers.

Bonnie & Gary Pogue

February 12, 2018

Trudy, My deepest sympathy in your loss. we will all miss Bud along with you.
Sincerely,
Jay Chronister

February 12, 2018

Trudy. , So sorry hearing of Buds passing. Bud, you and all your family will be in our prayers.

Gary Kline

February 11, 2018

Dear Trudy and Family,
My deepest sympathy on your loss of Buddy.
When someone you love becomes a memory
the memory becomes a treasure. I hope in time your sadness will be filled with happier times.

Much love, Jill(Steinbach) Kodeck

February 11, 2018

Trudy, I am so very sorry for your loss. You will be in my thoughts and prayers.

Trudy Bagley

February 11, 2018

Donna Dice Hutzell

February 11, 2018

Mike and I are so very sorry to hear of Bud's passing. Brings up many wonderful memories for mike. Aunt Janet and the boys were special and are happily remembered from the early days. Love and prayers for you and your family.

Darlene Etchberger

February 11, 2018

Praying for you and your Family at this sorrowful time. May God bless you and give you strength .

Marjie Hamsher

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