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Douglas R. Gerity
1931 - 2025
BORN
1931
DIED
2025
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Douglas Gerity Obituary
He was born in Bennington on July 31, 1931, and was the son of the late Earl and Eva (Waters) Gerity. Douglas was a graduate of Bennington High School, and later went on to serve in the army during the Korean War from 1950-1952. After his time in the army, he worked as a self-employed painting contractor.
Douglas married the former Margaret "Peg" Miller on October 1, 1953. As his father said at that time, "Good luck, kid."
Douglas leaves behind three children, five grandchildren, and eight great-grandchildren.
No services will be held at this time.
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Jacqui Smith Yates
September 11, 2025
Bless you Doug
Gabriel
September 11, 2025
Gerity Family, my condolences. May you find comfort in the God of all peace, and may the cherished memories you hold of Douglas bring you strength during this difficult time.
Dennis Brooks
September 11, 2025
The world has lost one hell of a good man.RIP my friend
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