David William Gerrits

David William Gerrits

David Gerrits Obituary

Published by Wake Funeral & Cremations Services, Inc. on Oct. 25, 2016.
David was born on November 15, 1982 and passed away on Friday, October 21, 2016. David was a resident of Cary, North Carolina at the time of his passing. David is survived by his parents, Henry and Janet (Hovenkamp) Gerrits, his sister Melissa Gerrits of Little Rock, AR, his former wife Tina Gerrits, and their two small children Jack and Jonathan. A visitation will be held at Shiloh Presbyterian Church, 524 E Whitaker Mill Rd, Raleigh, NC 27608, Thursday October 27th from 7:00 to 9:00 PM. A funeral service will be held at Shiloh Presbyterian Church Friday, October 28th at 11AM. A lunch reception will follow immediately after the service. The burial is private at Wake Memorial Park, Cary. A visitation will be held at Shiloh Presbyterian Church, 524 E Whitaker Mill Rd, Raleigh, NC 27608, Thursday October 27th from 7:00 to 9:00 PM. A funeral service will be held at Shiloh Presbyterian Church Friday, October 28th at 11AM. A lunch reception will follow immediately after the service. The burial is private at Wake Memorial Park, Cary.

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January 20, 2017

Bill Merendoni posted to the memorial.

October 27, 2016

Bobby Gamble posted to the memorial.

October 27, 2016

Jim Blackorby posted to the memorial.

Bill Merendoni

January 20, 2017

Henry, I just found out about the passing of your son David and my heart dropped to the ground. God bless you, David, and your extended family. Our prays are with all of you each and every day.

Bobby Gamble

October 27, 2016

Henry,
Very sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.

Jim Blackorby

October 27, 2016

Henry,... I am at a loss for words at times like this. And it provides truth to the old adage that "life ain't fair". My sincere sympathy to you and your family during this time of loss. Please know that our thoughts and prayers go with you.

Shannon Hathaway

October 26, 2016

Jan, Henry, Melissa and family,

We were so saddened to hear of David's passing. We will remember him as a kind, sweet young man. Always friendly and outgoing. Please let us know if we can contribute to a fund in his memory. We are so very sorry for your loss.
Gary and Shannon Hathaway

Patti Postage

October 26, 2016

Henry, I am so sad to hear about your son's passing. He was too young with so much more to see and do. My thoughts and prayers are with his wife, you, and your family.

Allyson Smith

October 26, 2016

Henry, Taylor and I were completely gutted to learn of David's passing. Our thoughts will remain with you and your family during this incredibly difficult time. Please feel free to reach out to us if there is anything we can help with. Deepest sympathies, Allyson & Taylor

Kim Anderson

October 25, 2016

Dear Henry, Janet and Melissa,
We are so very sorry on the passing of David.What a kind, polite, smiling son you had. We have such nice memories of him here on Bromfield Way.Please accept our heartfelt sympathies. Mike, Kim, Beth and Chris Anderson

David Lake

October 25, 2016

Henry, I am so very sorry to hear of the sudden passing of your son. I know that words cannot heal the pain, but please know that we send prayers for comfort and strength to you and your family during this difficult time.

Bryn Smith

October 25, 2016

Henry, I am just so sorry to hear of your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers

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