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Joseph Gerlach Obituary
Born in Providence, he grew up in Greenville. He attended local schools before graduating from Wentworth Institute of Technology and Arizona State Univeristy. Mr. Gerlach was employed as a Senior Project Engineer at Dimeo Construction Company in Providence, RI.
Besides his parents, he leaves a sister, Kathryn Manning of South Kingstown and brothers and sisters-in-law, John Gerlach of San Francisco, CA, Kyle and Lynn Gerlach, Thomas and Kathleen Gerlach, and Robert Gerlach all of Smithfield, and Edward and Erin Gerlach of Pembroke, MA. He was the favorite uncle of Meg, Rose, Patrick, and Helen Manning and Alexandria, Kimberly, Kyle, Thomas, Nicholas and Hannah Gerlach. He was the brother of the late James E. Gerlach, Jr. and brother-in-law of the late Michael E. Manning.
His funeral service will be held Wednesday at 9 A.M. from the WINFIELD & SONS Funeral Home, Rt. 116, Scituate, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at St. Mary Star of the Sea Church, 864 Point Judith Road, Narragansett at 10:30 A.M. Burial will follow at St. Francis Cemetery, Wakefield. Calling hours Tuesday 4-8 P.M.
In lieu of flowers, donations in Joe's memory may be made to Hasbro Children's Hospital 'Museum on Rounds Art Program', 593 Eddy Street, Providence, RI 02903 would be appreciated.
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for Joseph Gerlach
Stephanie Halvorsen
December 8, 2005
Dear John and the Gerlach Family,
Sorry for your loss. My prayers and positive thoughts go with you.
Mary McKinnon Nicole & The Jack McKinnon Family
December 1, 2005
Dear Gerlach Family,
We were very sorry to hear about Joseph. You are in our thoughts & prayers. The McKinnons
Bill Milner & Tessa Fines
November 30, 2005
Kate,
We are very sorry for your loss. From your stories it is obvious that Joe was a loving brother to you, and a great uncle to Pat, Rose, Meg, and Helen. With the rescent passing of my own brother I am only left to think that those we lose are part of something bigger, and that we will one day be with them again. Our thoughts are with you and your entire family.
Love,
Mary Lynn DeCrescenzo/Commendatore
November 29, 2005
To the Gerlach Family,
Sorry for your loss, my brothers and I have fond memories of Joe from High School. God Bless.
Patricia Shea
November 29, 2005
Jimmy and Ann,
I was so sorry to hear about Joe's passing. He was such a kind, witty and gentle person. My deepest sympathy.
Adiac Guevara
November 28, 2005
I am so sorry for your loss. All my prayers are with your family.
gary conroy
November 28, 2005
My thoughts and prayers go out to the Gerlach Family at this time of great sorrow.
Karen Hebb Piccolo
November 28, 2005
Dear Ann, Jim and Family,
On behalf of the members of the Senior Swim Program and the Aquatic Staff of the University of Rhode Island may I please extend our most heartfelt condolences to you and your family.
Sincerely,
Karen Hebb Piccolo
Brian Cotter
November 28, 2005
Dear Mr. & Mrs. Gerlach:
Please accept our heartfelt condolences on the passing of Joe. Bette and I have very fond memories of his big smile, quick wit and jovial manner. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Warm regards, Brian Cotter
Beverly Rutledge
November 28, 2005
You are all in my thoughts and prayer. Nothing is harder than losing someone you love. May you find comfort in all your memories of Joe. Beverly (his neighbor)
Sandra Barry
November 28, 2005
With my deepest sympathy. I work for Dimeo Construction and I am very sorry for your loss.
Mickey & Carolyn Carlton
November 27, 2005
Dear Ann & Jim
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. Joe will be deeply missed, but will always be remembered. Please accept our condolences.
Peggy & Joe Baxter
November 27, 2005
Dear Ann & Jim: Our deepest sympathy to you and your family at this difficult time. You all are in our thoughts and prayers. Love Peggy & Joe
Tom & Georgianna Esposito
November 27, 2005
Sorry to hear about the passing of Joe. All are in our prayers.
bill & barbara stamp
November 27, 2005
our deepest sympathy and prayers on the loss of your dear son and brother
Robin Collins
November 27, 2005
My deepest sympathy to the Gerlach and Manning Family. Joey was a gentile, kind and caring person who I will never forget.
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