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1958
DIED
2008
EDWARD GERRITY Obituary
Born in Scranton on February 13, 1958, he was the son of Mary Gloss Gerrity of Clarks Summit and the late Edward Gerrity, Sr., Edward was educated at West Scranton High School. Of Roman Catholic faith, he was a member of The Church of St. Benedict, Newton-Ransom. He worked at the Trane Co. of Dunmore for more than 20 years serving as the vice president of the Pipefitter's Union, #730. Working 14 years at Sandvik Material Technologies of Clarks Summit, he served as the chief steward of the Laborers' Union, #734.
He is also survived by his sons, Edward Gerrity and wife Sarah of Dickson City, and James Gerrity of Lake Winola; three brothers, Richard Gerrity and wife Felicia, James Gerrity and wife Karen and Joseph Gerrity and wife Karen, all of Scranton; three sisters, Barbara Zvonchenko and husband Bob of Tampa, Fla., Mary Lou Narowcki and husband William of Fairfax, Va., and Rella Dempsey and husband Tim of Dunmore; and a granddaughter, Olivia Gerrity.
A Mass of Christian Burial was held on Monday, Sept. 29, the Church of St. Benedict, Newton-Ransom, to be celebrated by Msgr. James J. McGarry, Pastor.
Arrangements by Kearney Funeral Home, Inc., 125 N. Main Avenue, Scranton.
Memorial contributions may be made to the family (c/o 534 Boulevard Avenue, Dickson City, PA 18519).
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Memories and Condolences
for EDWARD GERRITY
Frank And Lana Paglianite
October 6, 2008
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. Please let me know if there is anything I can do to help at this time.
Marie Bienkowski
October 5, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers to all of your family.
The Bienkowski Family
Sharon Kneiss
October 5, 2008
Dear Mrs Gerrity and Barbara
I am so saddened to hear about Eddie's passing. Please accept my deepest condolences and find comfort in the fact that Eddie is in God's loving arms.
I read about Eddie's family and his accomplishment's over the years. It appears he has left a fine legacy and hopefully his family will be consoled by lasting memories.
It doesn't seem all that long ago when as a high schooler, I would spend countless hours at the Gerrity house with Barbara. And I got to know this wonderful family. I know you are close and have the strength to get past these trying times.
Eddie and his family and the entire Gerrity family are in my prayers.
May God bless you and comfort you.
Sally Comerota
October 3, 2008
Dear Mary, My thoughts & prayers are with you at this time of sadness & pain.
Sally (Matushak)Comerota
Dolores Leigh
October 1, 2008
Barbara -- I'm so saddened to be advised of your brother's death; 50 is much to young to die. I will keep you and all his family in my prayers. Please dear God watch over the Gerrity family and comfort them in this time of sorrow in Jesus name I pray. Dee
Barbara Zvonchenko
October 1, 2008
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, ""I welcome you.""
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......""My day was not in vain.""
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2008
Phyllis & John Gloss
September 28, 2008
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. Our deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
Patricia Gloss Richardson
September 28, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Jerry Dodge (Bobchek)
September 28, 2008
Mary, This is such a sad way to find an old friend. I send prayers and my deepest sympathy. Nothing can be more painful than losing a child. May God help you through this terrible time.
Robyn Wiggins
September 27, 2008
Jim,
We know you have not only lost your Dad, but also your best friend. Keep him alive in your heart with all the great memories you have of him. Our thoughts are with you and your family. Love, Robyn and Dave
September 27, 2008
I wish I could be there in person to give my condolences, but just know that he was a great man and he will truly be missed. Take care.
Kristen
Estelle Flynn
September 26, 2008
My sweet, happy nephew Ed Jr., my heart aches for you & your whole family. I have many happy memories of you. I wish your dad Eddie could have lived to see the beautiful family that he & especially your Mom gave our family. Love you all. Aunt Estelle (Gerrity) Flynn & Uncle Fran Flynn.
Danny Williams
September 26, 2008
Regina, Eddie, & Jimmy,
I am sorry for the loss of your husband/father. You are in our prayers.
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