Gerald Dech Obituary
Survivors: daughters, Dianne Kercher and husband, Barry W., Jerrilyn Klimek and husband, Michael Anthus, both of Allentown; grandchildren, Tammy and husband, Dennis, Chad and wife, Jasmin, Lynsi; three great grandsons; one great great granddaughter; niece, Donna Hoch.
Services: 5 PM Saturday, September 20th, at HEINTZELMAN – STEPHENS FUNERAL HOME, P. C., 274 N. Krocks Rd. Call 4:30 PM until service time.
Contributions: In lieu of flowers, to Cetronia Ambulance Corps.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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Sara Latham
November 10, 2025
It was my greatest pleasure and privilege to know Jerry. His visits to my shop were always entertaining and he never failed to teach me something. You were one of a kind Jerry. God bless, and my sincere sympathy to the family.
Robert J. Miklas, USN
September 18, 2025
"A soldier from the greatest generation has passed away today." Gerald, you stand relieved from your post. A job well done fellow war veteran. We all are grateful for your stepping up to the plate when your country needed you the most. America thanks you for your service to our country in the defense of freedom. The final volley has sounded and taps is about to begin, ending a successful career as a nation´s defender. Farewell fellow veteran.
Lori and Bob Burns
September 11, 2025
Our deepest condolences. Jerry was our neighbor for many years. We shared some cookout meals together and remember how much he loved his little dog. Right before he moved away he gave me the most beautiful yellow rose. Til we meet again...
Grateful
September 11, 2025
Gerald,
Thank You for Your service to our country.
God Bless You!
God be with your family!
Sincerely,
A Grateful American
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Robert J. Miklas, USN.
September 10, 2025
"A soldier from the greatest generation has passed away today." Gerald, you stand relieved from your post. A job well done fellow war veteran. We all are grateful for your stepping up to the plate when your country needed you the most. America thanks you for your service to our country in the defense of freedom. The final volley has sounded and taps is about to begin, ending a successful career as a nation´s defender. Farewell fellow war veteran.
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