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Joseph V. Gdaniec Husband, Dad, Dzia Dzia Joseph V. Gdaniec, 77, of Millcreek, died peacefully at home, Friday, October 10, 2008, after an extended illness. Born in Erie, February 19, 1931, he was a son of the late Joseph W. and Victoria (Kowalski) Gdaniec. He was a 1949 graduate of Cathedral Prep, and a 1953 graduate of Gannon College. He earned a masters degree from the University of Pittsburgh. Joseph served in the U.S. Army, and was stationed in Germany during the Korean Conflict. On November 24, 1955 he married Catherine M. Marz, with whom he celebrated his 50th wedding anniversary in 2005. He was employed by the Erie School District as a teacher and administrator, retiring in 1990 after 35 years of service. He belonged to the Erie Maennerchor Club, Phi Delta Kappa, and the Erie County Pennsylvania Association of School Retirees. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother William E. Gdaniec. Joseph is survived by his wife of 52 years, Catherine M. (Marz) Gdaniec; four sons, Joseph M. Gdaniec, wife Karen, of Cary, N.C., Robert Gdaniec of Schenectady, N.Y., Thomas Gdaniec, wife Shannon, of Pittsburgh, Pa. and William Gdaniec, wife Sharon, of Erie; a daughter, Sheryl Bennett, of Erie; a sister, Gertrude Babiarz, of California; four grandchildren, Sarah, Jeremy and Joseph C. Gdaniec and Michael Bennett. Many nieces, nephews and cousins also survive. Friends are invited to call at the Brugger Home for Funerals, LLP, 1595 W. 38th Street at Greengarden Blvd., on Monday from 2 to 5 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m., and may attend a prayer service there on Tuesday at 10:15 a.m. followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at St. George Church at 10:45 a.m. Burial will follow at Calvary Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Cathedral Prep, 225 W. 9th Street, Erie, PA 16501, Gannon University, 109 University Square, Erie, PA 16541, or St. George Church, 5145 Peach Street, Erie, PA 16509. Condolences may be left at www.bruggerfuneralhomes.com Sign the guestbook at www.GoErie.com/obits

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Published by Erie Times-News from Oct. 11 to Oct. 13, 2008.

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John Harkins

February 19, 2009

Joe was one of the best men that I've ever known.He was a very capable,effective educator.Beyond his exemplary teaching career,he shouldered some very challenging Administrative responsibilities for the Erie School District and successfully executed those with integrity and effectiveness.He was a kind,caring gentleman.I only learned of his passing recently.My Best Wishes to his family and friends.

Bill Lillis

October 23, 2008

Your husband taught me math for a yeat at Gridley and for two at Strong Vincent. He was the first (and one of very few) teacher to cause a light to go on in my head...to truly stimulate my thinking. Part of it was how excited he was about what he was teaching. It was contagious. I've often thought of him since and offer my sincerest condolences.

John Kleiner

October 19, 2008

Here's remembering a faithful Prep dad. The 1986 baseball season came and went, but my job during home games was to shag balls that left Ainsworth during home games. Mr. Gdaniec would often direct me as to where I could find what had just flown out. Sometimes people's yard's were involved, but I would risk any grief from them just because. My condolences and prayers.

Your friends at Alter NRG

October 15, 2008

To the Gdaniec family. On behalf of Alter NRG we wish to express our sincerest sympathy on the loss of your father & husband. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Julie Bukowski

October 14, 2008

Tom, Shannon and Sarah, So sorry to hear about Tom's dads death. Our prayers are with you. Sorry we didn't make it to the funeral home but know we are thinking about you. Call if you need anything. Love Julie and Randy

JoAnn (Suesser) Guilianelli

October 14, 2008

I was so saddened to hear about the passing of 'Mr. Gdaniec'. He was an excellent Math teacher-the one who made the 'light bulb' go on for me. I remember him well from Gridley and Strong Vincent. He was a true gentleman and an inspiration to his students. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. He will be missed.

Phyllis McGinnis Willats

October 13, 2008

My deepest sympathy to the Gdaniec Family on the loss of your husband and father. I fondly remember Mr. Gdaniec as my 11th and 12th grade math teacher. He was one of a kind - a man of excellence.

Linda Sawyer Harris

October 13, 2008

To the Gdaniec Family,
My sincere sympathy to the entire family. He was my 11th and 12th grade math teacher at Strong Vincent. He was a wonderful teacher. He truly inspired his students. I was so sorry to hear of his passing, My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Michael Pisano

October 13, 2008

Bill, Tom, and family,

My sympathies are with you guys. I am sorry to hear about your Dad's death.

Andrea Feidler

October 13, 2008

Dear Gdaniec Family,
My deepest sympathies to you on your Father's passing. You are in my prayers.

Dave and Jeannie Eller

October 13, 2008

Dear Gdaniec Family,

Our deepest sympathies on the loss of such a great man. May the comfort of family and friends be with you as you honor him with wonderful memories.
God Bless You.

kAREN FORSTEN

October 13, 2008

To the Gdaniec,
Many thoughts and prayers are with all of you.

Karen Forsten

Sue Wolf-Merison

October 13, 2008

Dear Cathy and family,
I was so sorry to hear of Joe's passing. I know that he suffered these last years and is at peace now. I pray that your family will get through this difficult time and that the wonderful memories will lessen the sadness. You were dear friends of my mom and she loved you both. With sympathy, Sue

David Kaschak

October 12, 2008

To Mrs. Gdaniec, my brother Bill, and the entire Family, it is with deepest condolences that we pray with you from Cleveland Ohio. I will always remember Mr. Gdaniec as my brilliant Calculus II teacher at Gannon University. He touched so many lives in a positive way. We are sorry for your loss and we wish you the best in the days to come.
With kind regards, David & Lori Kaschak, Lindsey, Jon, and Logan.

Tracy Walter

October 12, 2008

Deer Gdaniec family, you have our deepest sympathy with your loss. Please know that you will all be in our thoughts and prayers for strength to get you through this time.
With deepest sympathy,
Rob and Tracy Walter and family
(Sharon's sister and brother in law)

Pete Donatucci

October 12, 2008

To the Gdanic family: You have my sympathy on the loss of your father and husband. He was one of a kind. I have fond memories of Joe. He was a great associate and friend.
Pete Donatucci

William McFadden

October 12, 2008

I have many fond memories of Joe with the Math department , class of 53 at Gannon.
Cathy, my sincere condolences to you and your family
Bill McFadden

Beth McClain

October 12, 2008

Mr. Gdaniec was a wonderful teacher and really cared about his students . I remember him well from SV. You don't find teachers like him any more.
Class of 72

Brad Ryden

October 12, 2008

Mr. Gdanic was my ninth grade Algebra teacher, I still have memories of that. he was a good teacher and a fine gentleman. My prayers go out to his family.

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