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Jerome Gaa Obituary
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GAINESVILLE - Jerry Gaa, passed peacefully in his sleep February 15th of a Parkinson's related illness. He was 83.
He is survived by his wife of 57 years, Muriel, his sister Virginia Cole of Johnstown, Ohio, children, Rebecca Gaa of Gainesville, FL, David Gaa of Almatay, Kazakhstan, Daniel Gaa of Holmes Beach, FL, Paul Gaa of Shelton, WA and Perry Gaa of Tracy, CA, nine grandchildren and two great grandchildren.
He was born in Columbus, Ohio, attended Ohio State University, and received a Masters Degree from the University of Michigan. He served in the Navy as a radioman in the South Pacific during WWII. Jerry and Muriel moved to Florida from Ohio in 1963, settled in Lakeland where they raised their family, and later retired to Gainesville. He was an educator with the Polk County school system, teaching both math and science. As Supervisor of Mathematics he was instrumental in introducing some of the first computers into Florida schools. Jerry was a member of First Methodist Church and active in many of the classes and studies. He loved sports and in particular college football. He was an Ohio State Buckeye, a Cincinnati Reds and a Tampa Bay Buccaneer fan.
Jerry is deeply loved by all and will be greatly missed. He was a man of great character, compassion and integrity.
In lieu of flowers please send donations to the National Parkinson's Foundation Inc., Office of Development, 1501 NW 9th Ave./Bob Hope Rd., Miami, FL., 33136-1494.
For further information, Williams-Thomas Downtown, (352) 376-7556.
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Memories and Condolences
for Jerome Gaa
Greg Selvidge
February 23, 2009
Dan,
So sorry for your loss. Wish I'd had the opportunity to get to know your Dad. Take care my friend, see you on the island soon I hope.
Cyndi Terry
February 22, 2009
Danny, Kathy and all the Gaas,
May the love of friends and family carry you through this time of sorrow. Thinking of you.
Jim Bolton
February 22, 2009
Danny and Family,
You and your family are in my prayers. It is a difficult time and my hopes are the pain of the loss will be replaced with fond and loving memories.
Mike and Lee Ann Pritchett
February 20, 2009
Dear Danny, Cathy, and family,
We are so sorry to hear of your dad's death. Please know that you are all in our thoughts and prayers. we hope to see you soon.
Donna Plank
February 20, 2009
Dear Danny,
I am very sorry to hear about the loss of your Dad. Please know that you and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers. God bless.
Donna Lee Plank
Kathy Tonner
February 20, 2009
Danny, Cathy and Entire Gaa Family,
We were so sorry to discover the news of Mr. Gaa over the weekend. Please know our hearts are with you during this difficult time. We hope to see you again soon.
Love,
Kathy, Greg, Sawyer & Zach
Debbie Lowe
February 19, 2009
Danny,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family now and always.
Lisa Rogers
February 19, 2009
I wish for your family, that you find peace and comfort in the days ahead through the love of family and friends
Charles Kersey
February 19, 2009
My condolences to the family on your loss. He was a great man!
scott butler
February 18, 2009
Dan,
Sorry to hear about your dad. My prayers are with you and your family.
Sincerely,
Scott Butler
Terry Cheek Martsolf
February 18, 2009
Danny, my heart goes out to you & your family during this difficult time. Please know I care!
Judy Thomas
February 18, 2009
I saw the notice in the paper and remembered Danny's name from high school. I am sorry for your family's time of sorrow. May the Lord Bless and keep you. May the Lord shine his Face upon you and be gracious upon you and give you Peace!
Lynn Clements
February 18, 2009
I'm so sorry for your loss,
Lynn Hardin Clements
Rick Mallard
February 18, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Allan & Margaret Zimmermann
February 18, 2009
How sad we were to hear of Jerry's sudden passing but surely he is at peace.
What a kind and gentle man he was!
Our sincere condolences to Muriel and all of Jerry's family.
You're in our thoughts and prayers.
Missy Scott-Taber
February 18, 2009
Danny, So sorry to hear of your dads passing. Thinking of you and your family during this trying time.
Missy Scott Taber (LHS class of 76)
Lisa Gagne
February 18, 2009
Thinking of you all.
Lisa Gagne'
Shirley MarElia
February 18, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Sandy Heinrich
February 18, 2009
Muriel and Family,
Jerry was a wonderful man and I know that he will be dearly missed by all those who loved him. He was such a good friend and neighbor. May your faith, family and friends comfort you at this sad time.
Love Sandy and Harold Heinrich, TCF
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