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GERALD G. "JERRY", 64 yrs. old on Sept. 14, 2016. Jerry was a well known Master Plumber in Roxborough and surrounding communities, he was a mentor to many. Coached for 20 yrs with 21st Ward Baseball and Babe Ruth Leagues. He was an avid drag car racer. Loving and devoted husband for 43 yrs. to Deborah (nee Spada) DeStefano.
Beloved father of Jerry (Marissa) and Christian (Raina) DeStefano. Cherished Poppy of Benicio DeStefano, son of Nicholas and the late Adeline DeStefano, brother of Denise Kotter and Linda Rogo uncle of John (Nicole), CJ and Christmas. Relatives and friends are invited to his Viewing in CHURCH Sunday 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. and Monday 10:00 to 10:45 A.M., followed by his Funeral Mass 11:00 A.M. at St. Philip Neri Church, 437 Ridge Pike, Lafayette Hill, PA 19444 Int. Holy Sepulchre Cem. In lieu of flowers, please send donations in Jerry's name to ALS Greater Phila.Chapter, 321 Norristown Rd., Ambler 19002, or
ALShf.convio.net/HopeWalksforALS (Team Jerry D.)

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Published by Philadelphia Inquirer/Philadelphia Daily News on Sep. 16, 2016.

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September 22, 2016

Dear Debbie and Family, I'm so sad to hear the passing of my dear school friend. My heart hurts for you all. What an amazing person. With the love you gave him made him special. My thoughts and prayers to you all. May your faith in God hold hour hand. Love you Debbie & Jerry
Carol Brown-Nast

September 18, 2016

He wasa great man who was loved by all and will be missed forever. May the light of our good lord shine upon him in everlasting heaven till we see him again.

Love
The Grill family

MaryJo Webster

September 18, 2016

Debbie and Family,

We are very saddened to hear about Jerry's passing. He was a great person and hardworking man. May your happy memories be cherished in your heart forever and may the Lord sheppard Jerry and give him light, happiness and peace in His Glory. God bless you and the family with strength and love.

With sincere condolences,

MaryJo Webster & Family

September 17, 2016

Jerry always a gentleman...Rest In Peace

September 16, 2016

Dear Debbie and Family... We are so saddened by the passing of your husband, father and Poppy. Jerry was an amazing person and loved by so many people. Our heart goes out to you and your family. We pray that all the good memories you shared wth Jerry will help you all get through this difficult time. Our prayers and thoughts are with you always... May you R.I.P. Jerry.. You will be missed and never forgotten... Love Gloria and Mike xo

Andrea

September 16, 2016

To the DeStefano Family, I am so very sorry for your loss.
May the peace that surpasses all understanding guard your hearts as you endure this difficult time.

September 16, 2016

I'm so sorry to hear this news . Jerry was such a nice man . Debbie I am so sorry for your loss, sending prayers your way .

Keith Heleniak

September 16, 2016

Truly a great man! My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family!

Betty Barker

September 16, 2016

Deb, I am so sorry to hear of Jerry's passing. Jerry was taken from us all way too soon. He was such a wonderful person and will be missed by many. I often think of the good times we shared when on vacations.
Love to you and your family during this difficult time.

September 16, 2016

Sorry for your loss.

Joe and Loretta Steffy

September 16, 2016

Debbie and family. Elaine and i are sad to hear of Jerry's passing. You have our prayers. Jerry was a great person.

Anrew and Elaine Ciammetti and family

Bob and Marlene Weaver

September 16, 2016

Condolences to Debbie and family, Jerry was a good man and friend... RIP Jerry

Maggie Effinger

September 16, 2016

Debbie I am very sorry for your loss my thoughts are with you and your family.

September 16, 2016

Debbie & Family,
We're sorry for your loss. Jerry was a good man and will be missed by many. His kind heart and love for all will be cherished. With our sincere sympathy Brian and Sue Costa & family

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