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Gerald Elder Obituary

Elder Gerald "Gerry" Elder, age 78, passed away July 2, 2013 at Kobacker House. Preceded in death by parents Ferdinand Elder and Helen Wilder, brothers Larry and Jack Elder, stepson Michael Marsh. Survived by wife, Mary Ann Elder; son, Glenn and daughter, Gayle (Jeff) Dittmer; grandchildren, Amanda, Todd, Eric and Maria; sisters, Judy Akin, Barbara (Don) Gehlmann, Marilyn (Jerry) Dailey and Mary Ellen (Bob) Fairchild; numerous other relatives and friends. Gerry was a Veteran of the U.S. Marine Corps. Member of the Circleville Amvets. Friends may call Friday from 2-5 p.m. at EGAN-RYAN FUNERAL HOME, 403 East Broad Street, where a Funeral Service will be held at 5 p.m. Private burial at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to HomeReach Hospice. Visit www.egan-ryan.com to offer condolences.

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Published by The Columbus Dispatch from Jul. 2 to Jul. 3, 2013.

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Kathleen

July 7, 2013

Gayle and Glenn Thank-You for sharing your father with my sons He ment alot to them and will be missed

Mark Taylor family

July 5, 2013

May God bless you and your family at this difficult time. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

July 5, 2013

Maryanne,Galye,Glen, I'm so sorry for your loss will be with you in spirit today and praying you through the days to come Love Cathy Elder

Sonia Zalipski

July 4, 2013

So very sorry for your loss.

The Colello Family

July 4, 2013

Dear Gayle and family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you now and always.

Kittsie O'Dea-Savoia

July 3, 2013

I am so sorry for your loss. The last time I saw Gerry was at Aunt Helen's funeral. I notified my surviving siblings, Joey and Margie, of Gerry's passing. Pat, Danny and Nancy are deceased.

Eternal rest grant unto him, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon him. May his soul and the souls of all the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace, Amen.

Cousin, "Kittsie" O'Dea-Savoia

Richard Welch

July 3, 2013

The families and descendants of Charles and Murlene Welch express our heartfelt sympathy at your loss.

Mary Snelling

July 3, 2013

thinking of and praying for you and your family-

Tom & Lois Welch

July 3, 2013

"While we are mourning the loss of our friend,others are rejoicing to meet him behind the veil."
--John Taylor
Mary Ann, Glenn and Gail so sorry for your loss.

Sandy Mercurio

July 2, 2013

Mary Ann, I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.

The Families and Staff of Egan-Ryan Funeral Home

July 2, 2013

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

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