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Bangor, Pennsylvania
Oct 26, 1934 – Sep 12, 2022
Gerald K. Hildenbrand, 87, formally of Bangor, PA, and Winter Haven, FL passed away Monday, September 12th, at St. Luke's Hospital - Anderson Campus, Easton, PA.
Gerald (Jerry) was born in Plainfield Twp., PA on October 26, 1934, a son of Charles and Elsie (Kessler) Hildenbrand.
He was the husband of the late Nancy L. (Houck) Hildenbrand who passed away in 2011.
Gerald was a graduate of Bangor High School and attended Lafayette College. At a young age, he worked selling Newspapers where he met his beloved wife Nancy. he had worked part-time with Prudential Life Insurance and in the evenings at A&P in Bangor PA while working as a Cost Estimator for Ingersoll Rand of Phillipsburg NJ then Dresser-Rand of Olean, NY until retiring to FL. After retiring, Gerald got enjoyment working at Universal Studios at the E.T. Ride in Orlando, FL. He served on the Bangor Area School Board and later became President. He enjoyed spending his time golfing, watching any sporting event, singing in the chorus at Four Lakes Golf Club, playing cards and games, and traveling with the Moonlight Howlers Camping Club. It made him happy when he could spend time with his family.
Gerald was a member of Ackermanville United Methodist Church in Bangor, PA.
Gerald is survived by three daughters, Robin Pagotto, wife of Richard, of Warrington, PA, Terri Brescancine, wife of Barry, of Bangor, PA, and Denise Hood Bahrman, wife of Thor of Moore Twp., a sister, Eldamae Kemmerer, wife of John, of Bangor PA, Companion, Judith French of Winter haven, FL. 9 grandchildren: Ryan, Raegan, Ross, Tyler, Abbey, Tanner, Jordan, Katelyn, and Nathan. and 11 great-grandchildren, and another soon-to-be-great-grandchild.
A celebration of life service will be held at 2 PM on Friday, November 25th at Ackermanville United Methodist Church,1410 Ackermanville Road, Bangor, PA. Family and friends are invited to call at 1- 2 PM on Friday, November 25th at the church. Interment will be private at the convenience of the Family. Arrangements have been entrusted to Gaffney Parsons Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Inc., Bangor, PA. Online condolences may be offered at gaffneyparsons.com.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Ackermanville United Methodist Church 1410 Ackermanville Road, Bangor, PA 18013.
It was a pleasure meeting you at chandler! You are so dearly missed . You definitely knew how to light up a room. May you rest in great peace
Jordan Thomas
October 19, 2022 | PA | Acquaintance
I used to work with Jerry back in the day. He was a nice guy. I am sorry to hear of his passing.
Randy Finelli
October 03, 2022
I wish to extend my sympathy to the family of Gerald. A neighbor and carpool buddy when we both worked at IR in Phillipsburg. May you be comforted during this time of sorrow. Len Gruppo
Leonard Gruppo
October 02, 2022
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. I worked with Jerry in P'burg and Olean.
Bill Hull Olean NY
September 29, 2022 | Work
Dear Robin, Rich, Terri, Barry and Families, We are so sorry to hear of the loss of your dear father. Sending lots of prayers for comfort your way.
Denny and Cathy DeEsch
September 29, 2022
Sending sincere sympathies to the entire family, especially Terri, in the passing of father brother, and grandfather. Find peace with your memories, your faith, and your family.
Patty Rutt
September 28, 2022
My deepest sympathies to the Hildenbrand and Houck families. Now Gerald and Nancy will be together again...where they belong. Sincerely, Sherry (Lewis) Stecker
Sherry (Lewis) Stecker
September 28, 2022
My thoughts and prayers I with the family. Take care!
Gail Teel Pteiffer
September 28, 2022
Robin, Terri, Denise and families, So sorry for your loss. Lots of good memories of birthday/pj parties at the Hildenbrand house. May the good times get you through this tough time. Peace be with you.
Marsha Sandt
September 28, 2022 | Friend
