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GERALD P. "JERRY" IRWIN Sr.
1937 - 2019
GERALD P. "JERRY" IRWIN Sr.
1937 - 2019
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On Monday, April 8, 2019, Jerry Irwin, loving husband and father of three children, passed away at the age of 81. Jerry was born on July 29, 1937 in Pittsburgh, PA. In 1959, he married the love of his life, Marlene (Abriola) Irwin. They raised three children, Kimberly, Jerry and Cynthia. He received his Bachelor's degree in Business from the University of Pittsburgh in 1961 and continued on with his education to become a real estate broker and then appraiser for 30 years. Not only was Jerry a tremendous athlete and received scholarships from the University of Pittsburgh in both swimming and diving, but for six decades he served as a great role model for hundreds of youngsters he coached in swimming, diving and tennis. In November 2018, Jerry was inducted by the Pittsburgh Mayor and Board of Education into City League High School All-Sports Hall of Fame. He is survived by his wife, Marlene; his three children, Kimberly (Mark) Marion, Jerry, and Cynthia (Darren) McNeil; his brothers, John, Bill, Terry; and sister, Marion; his five grandchildren; sister-in-law, Rosemarie Altman; and nephews, Dan and Greg Altman and Alfredo and Christopher Sararo; and his best friends, Pete and Carol Colangelo. Visitation 4 to 8 p.m. on Thursday, April 11, 2019, at the GENE H. CORL, INC. FUNERAL CHAPEL AND CREMATION SERVICES OF MONROEVILLE, 4335 Northern Pike, (412-372-2100). Parting prayers will be held on Friday, April 12, 2019, at the funeral chapel at 9:45 a.m. Mass of Christian Burial following at 10:30 a.m. at St. Bernadette Church. Entombment following in Twin Valley Memorial Park.
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Catherine Lombardo-Facciani
May 4, 2019
Graduated with Jerry in '56 - saw him last at 50th reunion - rip classmate
April 13, 2019
Psalm 90:10 says that the days of our years are 70 years, And if because of special mightiness they are 80 years.
May the memories of the wonderful times you shared together bring a smile and joy in your heart.
Nikki Monroe
April 13, 2019
Jerry and Family,
I'm so sorry to hear of your Fathers passing he was truly a wonderful man. May God help you heal through this time. Hold on to the lifetime of memories you have. May he rest in peace.
Your friend always,
Nikki Dinardo Monroe
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April 12, 2019
Great friend, great teammate
Ken Cooper
Brad Squires
April 11, 2019
I was fortunate to know Jerry through Oxford Athletic Club where he played tennis regularly and took lessons from me. Jerry had a wonderful personality and always brought a competitive intensity with him. Jerry took a personal interest in all those around him and was eager to help you out in any way possible. My sincere condolences to his family, he will be sorely missed but never forgotten.
gwen nulph
April 11, 2019
I am so sorry to hear about Coach Jerry! He had passion and excitement when he worked with our divers at Riverside HS. He was all about the kids! He was a true champion! Gwen Nulph - RHS swimming coach
KEN DRAKE
April 11, 2019
SO SORRY TO HEAR OF THE OF PASTING OF JERRY
April 11, 2019
With deepest sympathies to Marlene, Kimberly, Jerry Jr., Cynthia and your families over the loss of your dear husband, father and grandfather. May he rest in eternal peace and his energetic spirit forever be close to you. He was a wonderful friend to our dad. With love, Martha, Mary and Darlene Martin
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