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Charles Gadziala Obituary

C. Gary Gadziala of Ellicott City, MD passed away on Wednesday, November 20th, 2024 at the age of 87. Gary is survived by his loving wife of 51 years, Irene Gadziala (nee Vogel), his children Kathy (Bill) Bouverie and Janet (Jim) Fox, and his precious granddaughter, Stella Bouverie. He is also survived by his adoring sister, Gail Fitzgerald and by his sisters-in-law, Ginny (Steve) Phillips and Anna Kimble and by his nieces Stephanie (Michael) Hammer, Katie (Tim Codispoti) Fitzgerald and Julie (Steve Geringer) Fitzgerald, and his nephew Michael Messenger and his wife Patty and their children Jake, John, and Jack. Gary was predeceased by his dear parents A. Charles and Stella Derech as well as his brother-in-law Bob Fitzgerald.

Friends and family are invited to honor Gary's life at Donaldson Funeral home located at 12540 Clarksville Pike Rt. 108 Clarksville, MD 21029. Visitation will be held on Sunday, November 24th 2024, from 2:00-5:00 PM. The Funeral will be held at 9:00 AM on Monday, November 25th 2024 at The Shrine of St. Anthony located at 12290 Folly Quarter Rd. Ellicott City, MD 21042.

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Published by Baltimore Sun from Nov. 23 to Nov. 24, 2024.

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November 25, 2024

I was so sorry to read of your loss and wanted to offer my condolences to your family. My hope is that you will find a measure of comfort from your memories, find faith in scriptural promises and gain strength in prayer and the prayers of others.

Vera Rudegeair

November 24, 2024

Dear Irene, Our prayers are with you as you mourn the loss of the love of your life. You and Gary were an especially devoted couple, a model for all of us. May friends and family be a source of comfort and support. Love you, Vera and Leo.

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Donaldson Funeral Home of Clarksville, P. A.

12540 Clarksville Pike, Rt 108, Clarksville, MD 21029

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The Shrine of St. Anthony

12290 Folly Quarter Lane, Ellicott City, MD 21042

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12540 Clarksville Pike, Rt. 108, Clarksville, MD 21029

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