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Gerald Saunders Obituary

Saunders Gerald W., SR. Transitioned peacefully on Nov 15, 2023. Funeral Service Wednesday, November 22, 2023. Viewing 9 A.M. - 11 A.M. Service 11 A.M. at 59th Street Baptist Church, 315 S. 59th Street, Philadelphia. Interment Glenwood Memorial Gardens, Broomall, PA.

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Published by The Philadelphia Inquirer from Nov. 18 to Nov. 20, 2023.

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Gil Branche

November 22, 2023

Dear Jerry & Crystal
As you know your father and I have been friends for over 50 years but we both knew when you get to be 90 you're living off of someone else's life expectancy and you can go at any time, so cheer up, he knew he was past his time and he was ready to go
Love you both
Uncle Gil

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John March

November 21, 2023

My heart grieves for the family of Sir Gerald and I will keep him and his family in my daily prayers. He will be sorely missed by all who knew him. He was one of the most gentle souls I ever met. His counsel was always spot on. I will miss him. Courteously, SK John K. March, REPGC of Knights Templar of PA.

Michael J mcMahon

November 19, 2023

Gerry was my Sergeant in the P.D. for a few years. He encouraged me to study for promotions but more importantly to be kind and considerate of others that we encountered in our work. He was a blessing to me.

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59th Street Baptist Church

315 S. 59th Street, Philadelphia, PA

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