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JOAN GERHARD Obituary
From complications of Parkinson's disease on Saturday, December 29, 2012, Joan Becker Gerhard, age 81, of Franklin Park. Beloved wife of John J. Gerhard; mother of Lynne (Jeffrey) Halik of Rochester, NY, Dan (Cindy ) Gerhard of Brooklyn, NY, and Jennifer (Jeffrey) Gerhard Mangone of Ross Twp.; grandmother of Wendy and Scott Halik and Anna Gerhard; step- grandmother to Jeffrey, Jr. and Gina Mangone; sister of Jack Becker and Constance (Michael) Jennings. Born in the Bronx, NY, she and John raised their family in Mineola, NY, retiring to Pittsburgh in 1991. She was a devoted wife and mother, possessing multiple talents as mentor, seamstress, classical piano player and teacher, imparting her passion for music to her children. She was a founder and the first president of the Cultural Arts Council in Mineola, NY. She graduated Magna Cum Laude from Nassau College, Long Island, NY. She had a valiant 20 year struggle with Parkinson's disease. Friends and family received Friday 7-9 p.m. and Saturday 1 p.m. until time of service at 4 p.m. at SIMONS FUNERAL HOME, INC., 7720 Perry Hwy.
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penny brill
January 26, 2013
Jenny and Jeff
i hope you continue to be reminded of the many ways that she had a positive effect on you; that you continue to talk with her and share. Many hugs
Penny
Cindy & Steve Rooney
January 6, 2013
Dan we are deeply sorry to hear about your mother's passing. We send our love to you, Cindy, Anna and all of your family.
With love from Cindy, Steve, Ava, Steve
Kristin Becker Gross
January 4, 2013
John, Lynne, Dan, Jennifer & families. Peace to all of you guys, my uncle and cousins. I know the latest years have been tough. Aunt Joan was lucky to have such a loving husband and family. I think fondly of the time I last saw her, where we had such a nice day.
RIP Aunt Joan. Love you guys.
Kristin & my NC Moe!
nancy friday
January 3, 2013
John- so very sorry to hear about Joan's passing,you and your family will be in my prayers.
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Dennis O'Donovan David Seward
January 3, 2013
Jenn and Jeff, we are so very sorry for your loss, and we are thinking about you all the time these days. Of course we'll always connect your mom to Don Giovanni and her chair that was on stage during the performance. Let us know if there's anything we can do for you.
January 3, 2013
Jenny and Jeff-
Our deepest condolences at the loss of your mother. She had a real dignity about her, and I know the last few years have been very difficult for her.
Stay close to your dad.
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