Gerald Eagy Jr.

LIMA -- Gerald L. Eagy Jr., age 74, was called into the presence of the Lord at 7:25 p.m. on Thursday, October 10, 2024, at his home with the love of his family by his side.

Gerald was born November 21, 1949, in Lima, OH, to the late Gerald and Evelyn (Hassan) Eagy Sr. On June 7, 1969, he married Sandra "Sandy" (Long) Eagy.

Gerald was a 1968 graduate of Elida High School and was a retired plumber with Local Union #776. He also was owner/operator of Dependable Plumbing for many years. Gerald was a very active member of his church, Faith Baptist Church. He especially loved his wife, children, grandchildren, his church and serving the Lord.

He is survived by his wife of 55 years, Sandra "Sandy" L. Eagy; two daughters, Shelly (Andrew) Archer, and Shannon Eagy of Lima; six grandchildren, Ethan (Hannah ) Rex, Sydney (Braden) Heitkamp, Micah (Jinney) Rex, Addyson Archer, Austin Archer, and Sarah Archer; his mother who raised him, Nancy Eagy; five brothers, Jim (Becky ) Eagy Bob (Lynette) Eagy, Dan (Hollie) Painter, Ron (Ronda) Painter, and Brad (Robin) Eagy; two Sisters, Diane Eagy, and Jola (Doug) Vandemark; and sister-in-law, Carolyn (Robert) Reichlederfer.

He is also preceded in death by two brothers-in-law, Rick Long, and Barry Long.

Funeral services will begin at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, October 19, 2024, at Chiles-Laman Funeral and Cremation Services, Shawnee Chapel. Pastor Tom Cooper will officiate the service. Burial will follow in Memorial Park Cemetery.

The family will receive friends from 2:00 to 7:00 p.m. on Friday, October 18, 2024, and from 10:00 to 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, October 19, prior to the service at the funeral home.

Memorial contributions may be made to Faith Baptist Church, 4750 East Road, Elida, Ohio 45807 or Lima Rescue Mission, 216 East Wayne Street, Lima, Ohio 45801.

Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.chiles-lamanfh.com.