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Paul Gehrig Obituary
Paul F. Gehrig, 85, of Myerstown formerly of Reading, PA, and Fort Myers, FL, died Tuesday, Aug. 28, 2012, in his residence at StoneRidge Poplar Run.
He was the husband of
Josephine K. (Kleckner) Gehrig to whom he was married 64 years on June 5, 2012.
Born in Schuylkill Haven, PA, on Feb. 11, 1927, he was the son of the late Floyd W. and Ella Nora (Gerhard) Gehrig.
He was a 1945 graduate of Muhlenberg High School and attended the Wyomissing Polytechnic Institute.
He owned and operated the Gehrig Roofing Co. in Reading for 30 years, retiring in 1990.
In addition to his wife, he is survived by a daughter,
Judith L. Gehrig, with whom he resided; sister Violet, widow of Robert Schaeffer of Laureldale; and several nieces and nephews.
Services and interment will be held at the convenience of the family at Mt. Hope Cemetery, Myerstown.
Grose Funeral Home, Myerstown, has been entrusted with the arrangements. www.grosefuneralhome.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Paul Gehrig
Anna Ruth Lubas
September 22, 2012
Paul was a wonderful brother-in-law,husband and father. He was lots of fun, especially when he dropped trays.
He will be sadly missed by all.
Anna Ruth and Johnny
Barbara Mills
September 5, 2012
my sincere sympathy to all the family
September 2, 2012
In loving memory a light from Florida
Paul, Family & Friends at StoneRidge Poplar RunSeptember 2011
Joyce A Lamm
September 1, 2012
In loving memory of a wonderful & gentle friend. We'll miss you always. Love, from Joyce and daughter, April
Vallie Moyer Reich
August 31, 2012
Josephine and Family,
Love and condolences from an old time school friend.
Scott Baum
August 30, 2012
I met Paul at Lucullus Camp and enjoyed many good moments of fellowship. My sympathy to your family and friends.
Marge Wolf
August 30, 2012
Dear Jo and Judy, So sorry to hear of Paul's passing. You have all been in my thoughts recently and I surely wish this communication would have been in a more pleasant situation.
Bryon Edelman
August 30, 2012
I met Paul over 35 years ago through my membership in Lucullus Hunting and Fishing Asso. He was a gentleman, had a great sense of humor and will be missed. RIP, Paul.
Eric Fox and Family
August 30, 2012
I remember many good times at Camp Lucullus with Paul. We extend our sincere sympathy to Paul's family and friends in their time of sorrow.
August 30, 2012
Paul was my brother in law. As a little girl, he and Jo used to take me with them to Ocean City, NJ. My late husband and I always enjoyed visiting with Jo, Paul, and Judy. He will be greatly missed.
Patricia Kleckner Graczyk
Bob Mays
August 30, 2012
Paul was President of Lucullus when I became a member. May God bless and comfort you during the coming days.
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