Search by Name

Search by Name

William D. "Bill" Gerls

William D. "Bill" Gerls obituary, Brookfield, WI

FUNERAL HOME

Harder Funeral Home - Brookfield

18700 W. Capitol Drive

Brookfield, Wisconsin

William Gerls Obituary

Gerls, William D. "Bill" Born to Eternal Life August 30, 2014 at the age of 74. Beloved husband of Rita E. (nee Sprenger). Loving father of Victoria (Scott) Newcomer and Marvin (Gina) Gerls. Loving Grandpa of Corinne (Darrell) Dulak, Derrick Grosenick and Ashley Gerls. Great-grandfather of Connor and Carsen Dulak. Brother of Kenneth Gerls. Further survived by other relatives and friends. Funeral Service Friday, September 5 at 11:00 AM at Pilgrim Ev. Lutheran Church W156 N5436 Bette Dr, Menomonee Falls. Visitation Thursday, September 4 at HARDER FUNERAL HOME from 4:00 -7:00 PM and also Friday at the church from 10:30 AM until the time of service. Entombment Wisconsin Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, if desired memorials to Pilgrim Ev. Lutheran Church appreciated. Retired in March 2001 after 41 years with American Motors, Milwaukee, and Chrysler Corporation, Kenosha. Bill was an Army Reserve Veteran and will be missed and loved by all who knew him.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Milwaukee Journal Sentinel on Aug. 31, 2014.

Memories and Condolences
for William Gerls

Sponsored by Harder Funeral Home - Brookfield.

Not sure what to say?





2 Entries

Lisa Shauger

August 31, 2014

It was an honor and privilege to have known Bill. God bless his wonderful soul.

August 31, 2014

Bill will be missed. Condolences to the family. In our prayers.
David and Ruth Brzycki

Showing 1 - 2 of 2 results

Make a Donation
in William Gerls's name

Memorial Events
for William Gerls

Sep

4

Visitation

4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Harder Funeral Home - Brookfield

18700 W. Capitol Drive, Brookfield, WI 53045

Sep

5

Visitation

10:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Pilgrim Ev. Lutheran Church

W156 N5436 Bette Dr, Menomonee Falls, WI

Sep

5

Funeral service

11:00 a.m.

Pilgrim Ev. Lutheran Church

W156 N5436 Bette Dr, Menomonee Falls, WI

Funeral services provided by:

Harder Funeral Home - Brookfield

18700 W. Capitol Drive, Brookfield, WI 53045

How to support William's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.

The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.

Read more
Attending a Funeral: What to Know

You have funeral questions, we have answers.

Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?

Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?

We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.

Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide

If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast

Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.

Read more
The Five Stages of Grief

They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.

Read more
Ways to honor William Gerls's life and legacy
Obituary Examples

You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples

These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.

Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?

Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.

Read more