Joan G. Gerken

Joan G. Gerken obituary, Roslyn Heights, NY

Joan G. Gerken

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Oct

22

Graveside service

10:30 a.m.

Nassau Knolls Cemetery

500 Port Washington Blvd, Port Washington, NY 11050

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Joan Gerken Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Roslyn Heights Funeral Home on Oct. 16, 2025.

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Joan G. Gerken of Great Neck passed on October 14, 2025, in her 89th year. Graveside service will take place at Nassau Knolls Cemetery on Wednesday at 10:30AM. Family and friends are invited to gather at the cemetery office at 10:15AM and then proceed to the grave.

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Upcoming Events

Oct

22

Graveside service

10:30 a.m.

Nassau Knolls Cemetery

500 Port Washington Blvd, Port Washington, NY 11050

Send Flowers

Services provided by

Roslyn Heights Funeral Home