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William Gerow Obituary
Wilmington - William Lyon "Bill" Gerow, Jr., age 71, passed away after a long illness at his home on Sunday, November 17, 2019.
He was born in Wilmington, DE and was the son of the late Eleanor and William L. Gerow, Sr. Bill graduated from Brandywine HS in 1965, then from the University of Delaware and received a Master's degree from the University of Virginia. He retired from Newark HS where he taught Social Studies and Photography. Bill's passion in life was long distance running which he shared while coaching Cross Country and Track.
He is survived by his wife of 29 years, Dot Gerow, a brother Jeff and a large extended family.
A gathering will be held on Saturday, November 23, from 9-11 am at the McCrery and Harra Funeral Homes, 3924 Concord Pike, Wilmington. Burial will be held privately.
In lieu of flowers, Dot requests donations be made to The Michael J. Fox Foundation, www.michaeljfox.org/
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Talilya
November 27, 2019
Whether it was his quirky sense of humor or telling you how it was and holding no punches. Gerow was a teacher that I would never forget. My prayers and thoughts go out to his friends and family. May you find peace in the happiness he brought others.
Mishna Costango
November 24, 2019
You were one of my best teachers..
I will hold your memory forever.
Dennis See
November 23, 2019
Until we meet again, my thoughts are with the family.
November 22, 2019
I remember Bill as a competitor in Cross Country and track from back in the day. Brandywine High was one of the main rivals of Newark High and Christiana High teams. He was a good guy and respected competitor.
Tymeka Cropper
November 22, 2019
Best Teacher ever we love you Mr.Gerow continue to Rest In Peace I pray for your families Peace and comfort!!!
Jessica Turner
November 21, 2019
Mr. Gerow was an amazing, wonderful teacher. I was one of the MANY students who did not have Mr. Gerow, but would hang out in his classroom. He was a very fun teacher who would make us laugh. Which helped make the school day way more enjoyable.
Barbara Jo Apichella
November 20, 2019
My deepest condolences to wife Dottie, who was his constant companion and devoted caregiver. I will remember Bill smiling and our sharing humor when we taught together at Newark High.
Patricia Rutter
November 20, 2019
Mr. Gerow was a great teacher and an even better man. He truly cared for his students and looked out for us. He always treated us with respect. My condolences to Miss Gregory, family, and friends. May he rest in peace.
Norma Jones
November 20, 2019
I'm going to miss the good times I had taking to you!
Caroline Ross-Wojcik
November 20, 2019
Mr. Gerow was a rare teacher. He was kind and funny and it always seemed that he made a special effort to look out for all of us students who were different. He changed lives and was an incredible person to know. My deepest condolences and so much love to the family.
Ken Pierce III
November 20, 2019
Thank you for everything. You will be missed and loved. I can't begin to say what an impact you made on myself and so many of us who were your students and broken birds that you took under your wing. Thank you.
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