Gennaro-Ferraro-Obituary

Gennaro "Jerry" Ferraro

Allentown, Pennsylvania

1943 - 2023

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On September 28th, 2023, Jerry passed away peacefully, surrounded by his loving family. Born on August 18th, 1943, he was a standout athlete and baseball player at Bristol High School. During the Vietnam War, he bravely served in the 1st Cavalry Division, working as a gunner and tunnel rat, and...

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Had him for 6th grade great teacher

Colette and family, we offer our sympathies to you in this difficult time. Cheryl and Bob Christman

May the Choirs of Angels come to greet you, Jerry. May they speed you to Paradise!

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Dear Colette, Andrew and Jeffrey: I was so sorry to read about Jerry's passing today. Jerry surely was one of those special people you come to know once in a lifetime. He came to me many years ago as one of my first patients when I was fresh out of the Navy. He was not just a patient, but a good friend. It was always a pleasure seeing Jerry and his family in my office until my retirement several years ago. He has touched the lives of so many students he taught throughout the years that...

Jerry was a beloved colleague, mentor, and friend to so many. As I entered my career at Cetronia Elementary as a 6th grade teacher he helped guide me and was always there to lend a helping hand. He will always be remembered by his Parkland family. Rest in peace Jerry.

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

"A soldier has passed away today." The final battle is now over and peace has been restored. You are now relieved from your post. A job well done fellow Vietnam Veteran. America thanks you for your service to our country in the defense of freedom. We all are grateful for your stepping up to the plate when your country needed you the most. The final bugle has sounded and taps is about to sound ending a successful career as a nation´s defender. "A soldier has passed away today." ...

Sir, Thank You for Your service to our country. H-onorable E-xemplary R-espected O-utstanding God Bless You! God be with your family! Sincerely, A Grateful American