Gerald Edmund Friday

Gerald Edmund Friday obituary, New Berlin, WI

Gerald Edmund Friday

Gerald Friday Obituary

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Gerald "Jerry" Friday,
Passed away at the age of 82 years. Beloved husband of the late Angela Friday. Father of Jeff (Jen) and Tami (Briana). Loving Grandfather of Hailey and Aidan. Jill Lindsay; Significant other.
Jerry put in 46 years of service as a biology teacher at Marquette University High School in which seven science organizations ranging from The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources to The National Science Teachers Association have honored him with Teacher of the Year awards. He was also a member of the Milwaukee Bucks Seniorgee/Grand Dancers Dance Team which performed during games and community/charity events. Jerry was known as "Newbie the Clown" in which he entertained youth and adults in parades and nursing homes. Jerry also performed to senior citizens in the Waukesha Civic Theatre community outreach program.
Visitation will be held at CHURCH AND CHAPEL FUNERAL HOME, 1875 North Calhoun Road, Brookfield, Monday, August 12, from 5 PM until time of Service at 7 PM. A livestream will be available beginning at 6:45 PM via the following link: https://view.oneroomstreaming.com/index.php?data=MTcyMzUwNTIzMzMyMzI3MyZvbmVyb29tLWFkbWluJmNvcHlfbGluaw== As well, you are welcome to return after the service and see a recording of the live stream for 90 days following the service.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Mesothelioma Research Foundation of America https://www.mesorfa.org or Milwaukee Riverkeeper organization. milwaukeeriverkeeper.org
Church & Chapel Funeral Service Serving the Family Milw. 262-827-0659 Wauk. 262-549-0659 Online Obit, Condolences< Directions www. churchandchapel.com
Church & Chapel Funeral Home - Brookfield

1875 North Calhoun Rd, Brookfield, WI 53005

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August 23, 2024

Tim Nolan posted to the memorial.

August 12, 2024

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Tim Nolan

August 23, 2024

Fantastic teacher; made biology understanding and fun. Really grateful that I had Mr. Friday and other teachers of his calibre at MUHS. My condolences to his family.

Luigi Schmitt

August 12, 2024

Fond memories of Gerry and the many years we were Colleagues at MUHS.
My sincere condolences to his family.

Mary Hoehne

August 12, 2024

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August 11, 2024

Jerry,
It has been "swell". You made my dream of performing "The Swells" (from the movie Easter Parade) come true.

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