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Gerald F. "Gerry" Tanger obituary, Waterfiord, CT

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Gerald Tanger Obituary

Waterford- Gerald F. "Gerry" Tanger, 77, passed away at home April 11, 2025, after a long hard battle with Alzheimers.

He was an adventurer, loved sailing, and enjoyed his summers in Maine riding his ATV. He was a hobbyist and was always busy with projects.

Funeral will be private. Impellitteri-Malia Funeral Home is handling arrangements.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The Day on Apr. 14, 2025.

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Eleanor Bruce

April 29, 2025

Gerry lived on Oil Mill rd , down the street from me. His brother Jack was in my class from 1 st. Grade to graduation from Waterford High. Many memories. RIP

Bill Simons

April 15, 2025

Gerry was a friend, and a well liked and respected member of our Class of 1965, Waterford High School.
Rest in Peace, Jerry!

Charlotte Cupello

April 14, 2025

Remember Gerald many years ago at Waterford High ( the good old days)!
Was a wonderful friend and will be greatly missed ! Many blessings and prayers for the family!
Charlotte Cupello

Bob Phillips

April 14, 2025

A lot of years of working together, sailing and being good friends for a long time. Rest easy Gerry ...

Gene Ruocco

April 14, 2025

Jerry was a long time friend and Local 90 brother.
May He Rest In Peace.

Pat Tanger

April 14, 2025

Sue, may the love of family and friends help to carry you through your grief. You did so much to care for Gerry so selflessly who was your husband and our brother. We are so grateful for all you have done. We will always be there for you.

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Patricia Tanger

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James Schroth

April 14, 2025

Worked with Jerry for many years, always promoted the I,B.E.W. and a GOOD union member! RIP my friend and prayers for your family!

Relly Keller-de Zeeuw

April 14, 2025

Gerry and I attended the Waterford High graduation prom together in June 1965 .
So sorry to hear he passed away.

Dave Fairman

April 14, 2025

Rest in Peace

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