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Gerry Stahly Obituary
Gerry Edward Stahly, 63, of Goshen, passed away at 4:10 a.m., Saturday, Dec. 14, 2024, at Greencroft Health Care from complications from dementia.
Gerry was born on June 20, 1961, in Elkhart to Edward and Elizabeth (Smeltzer) Stahly. He was a 1979 NorthWood High School graduate and he lived his entire life in the Elkhart County area. Gerry worked for 20-plus years at Troyer Foods in the service department before becoming the night time manager. Gerry loved motorcycles. He enjoyed racing go carts and was a former champion of the Elkhart Grand Prix. He also enjoyed racing RC cars and enjoyed downhill skiing in the winter months.
Gerry is survived by a son, Parker Stahly of Goshen; a sister, Debbie (Phil) Marsh of Nappanee; a half-brother, Bruce (Susie) Adkins of Elkhart; his ex-wife, Chris Stahly of Bristol, Indiana; and many nieces, nephews and cousins. Gerry was preceded in death by his parents and a half-brother, Luther Adkins.
Cremation will take place. Family and friends may call from 5-7 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 7, at Thompson-Lengacher & Yoder Funeral Home, Nappanee, followed by a memorial service at 7 p.m. Pastor Jeremy Chesley will officiate.
Memorial contributions in Gerry's name can be made to Faith Mission, or the charity of the donor's choice.
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Kaylee Rasnake
January 8, 2025
I took care of Gerry while he was at greencroft and let me tell you he was a hoot. Gerry and I could go hours going back and forth picking on each other & those are the moments i´m going to remember a lifetime. he was definitely gone too soon, i hope you enjoy all the kinder buenos up there ! i miss you so much already
Ashley
January 3, 2025
Got to know him at Greencroft. Funny man, will be missed.
Ginny
December 31, 2024
I worked with him at Chalet in Middlebury. Always had a great smile. Prayers for all.
Kristie Nolan
December 29, 2024
Gerry was my cousin. A great guy with a sweet disposition and a beautiful smile. He will be greatly missed!
Libby (Masterson) Chmiel
December 28, 2024
Bruce & Susie Adkins and Deb & Phil Marsh
So sorry for your loss of Gerry. Our thoughts and condolences are with your families at this difficult time. Libby & Family
Scott Bridenstine
December 17, 2024
He always had big smile was a great and fun friend to be around. He will be missed. I have some great memories of crazy stuff done when we were kids. Gone to soon. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family and friends. Love you brother
Rick Gessinger
December 17, 2024
Gerry was a Great childhood friend and beyond. I remember racing rc cars as kids and riding our mini bikes. God Bless the entire family
David BeMiller
December 17, 2024
Gerry was a good friend of mine during my High School years at NorthWood . We’ve done a lot of crazy things during our High School years . I’ll Remember the Great Times we had in being Friends. You Will be Missed Gerry . Gone Way too Soon !
Dan Widmoyer
December 16, 2024
Gerry was a good person and a friend since grade school. We lost touch over the years but my good memories and fun times we had will not be forgotten.
Jerry Ganger
December 16, 2024
I'll miss Gerry and his big smile. Great guy and friend. Jerry Ganger
Curt Montgomery
December 16, 2024
Merry will be missed we had some great times last time I seen gerry he was in steamboat springs co RIP buddy
Santiago (Jim) Juarez
December 16, 2024
My heart goes out to the family. We had plenty of great times back in the day. Rest in Peace Sir.....You will be missed by a lot of people......
Annetta Hill
December 16, 2024
I am so sorry, Bruce and Susie.
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