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Gerald Sporay Obituary
Newark - Gerald G.J. Sporay, age 88, of Newark, DE passed away peacefully on January 6, 2019.
Born in Shenandoah, PA on November 15, 1930, he was the son of the late George Sporay and Helen Romaka. Gerald proudly served his country in the U.S. Air Force, spending much of his time in Germany and South Dakota.
In 1952 Gerald married his Shenandoah sweetheart, Loretta Subach and settled in Newark where he worked at Chrysler. In 1967, Gerald started working for Boeing where he was especially proud to have contributed to the development of the Boeing 747. He worked as a project manager at many of Boeing's facilities around the country until retiring in 1993.
Gerald was a long time member of Holy Family Church and the Knights of Columbus and was devoted to his Catholic Faith. He was proud of his Lithuanian Heritage which he instilled in his children. In his spare time he enjoyed working on his house, repairing electronics including an expertise fixing TVs, reading books, listening to Big Band music, traveling around the country with his wife, and cheering for his beloved Phillies.
He is survived by his loving wife of 66 years, Loretta and their children, Dianne Brock (Gregory), Jerry Sporay, Jr., Elaine Wollaston (Martin), Bill Sporay (Anna), and Helmut Schwarzmann (Irmi); along with 10 grandchildren; 13 great grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. Coincidentally, his only brother, Bob Sporay also passed away on January 6 in 2009.
A visitation for family and friends will be held from 9 am until 10 am on Thursday, January 17, 2019 at Holy Family R.C. Church, 15 Gender Rd, Newark, DE 19713, where a Mass of Christian Burial will begin at 10 am. Interment with military honors will follow at 2pm at Delaware Veterans Memorial Cemetery, 2465 Chesapeake City Road, Bear, DE.
The family extends its sincere appreciation for the assistance of Delaware Hospice of Newark whose help enabled Gerald to live at home for months as his health declined.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in Gerald's memory to Holy Family Church, at the address listed above.
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Maryann Robertson
January 17, 2019
I am so sorry to hear of Uncle Geralds passing. Although he was my cousin, I was so much younger than him, so I called him Uncle. I played with all of his children when we visited our respective grandparents living in Shenandoah. Uncle Geralds mother, Helen Romaka, was my godmother. I was always in awe when I saw him in his uniform and I thought he was so handsome. He and Loretta made a lovely couple. Rest In Peace Uncle Gerald. I look forward to seeing you again.
Joseph & Janet Makowsky
January 16, 2019
Sorry to hear about the passing of cousin Gerald. He was a man of God, a devout Catholic and a practicing member of the Knights of Columbus. I will miss trading stories with Gerald of our Air Force experiences. He will truly be missed. Condolences to Loretta and the Sporay family. God bless all.
Joseph Makowsky
January 16, 2019
You will always live in our hearts and prayers.
Paul, Sylvia (Sporay) & Garrett Guthrie
January 14, 2019
So sorry to hear of Uncle Gerald's passing. I'll never forget all he did for our family over the years. He was a kind, gentle soul. May God comfort you all during this difficult time. Love to all.
karin getshall
January 14, 2019
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Tracey Lisiecki
January 13, 2019
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Diane Getshall
January 13, 2019
Going to miss you & listening to your stories. Love you.
Kathy (Bordeaux) Agnor
January 12, 2019
So saddened to hear about your Dad.
Dorothy and Bill Diggins
January 12, 2019
We are so sorry to learn of Uncle Gerald's passing. We will miss him and keep him in our prayers. Our condolences to all of you.
Valerie Abreu
January 12, 2019
I'm so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
January 12, 2019
Going to miss you, love Bob and kim
Jean Harding
January 11, 2019
My thoughts and prayers are with all the family. Loretta keep your spirits up and just keep yourself busy. I miss my bowling buddy!! Love you Jean.
January 11, 2019
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.johnn 5:28,29
JR
January 11, 2019
Our condolences to the Sporay family. May God fulfill his promise of binding up the brokenhearted. Isa 61:1.
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