"Chris and I were so sorry to hear of Jerry?s passing. He was such a great guy and loved his family so very much. Our thoughts and prayers go out to Judy and his family. Joanne & Chris Dennstedt"
In loving memory of
Gerard F. McDermott
February 16, 1941 - January 23, 2024
Gerard F. McDermott
January 23rd, 2024 died peacefully at age 82. Predeceased by his parents, Francis, and Mary (Burns) McDermott; sister Patricia (Albert) Auberger, brothers Thomas and Francis (Kathleen) McDermott. Survived by his loving wife of 55 years Judith (Dufour) McDermott; children Eric, Brian (Cheri), Debra, Daniel (Kristin) McDermott, Susan (Timothy) Cassarino; grandchildren Jacob, Dylan, Brennan, Logan McDermott; Alison, Colin, and James Cassarino; sister Mary (Richard) Tiernan; many extended family and dear friends.
Gerard graduated from McQuaid Jesuit High School in 1959. He served in the US Army for 2 years then began his career at Eastman Kodak Co. He spent over 30 years working in Buildings 65 and 6 at Kodak Park. After retiring from Kodak, Gerard worked as a school bus driver for Greece Central School District and retired a second time after 20 years.
In both his professional and personal life, Gerard had a passion for building relationships and connecting with people. His openness, kind heart, and generous nature led to many close friendships throughout his life. He had a quick wit and loved finding humor in every facet of life. Gerard loved spending time with his family and supporting them through all their endeavors. He cherished time spent with his grandchildren and enjoyed the memories he created with them.
Gerard's life story will be shared during his visitation on Friday, February 2nd from 4-7 pm at the funeral home, 1411 Vintage Lane, 14626.
Tributes
"Jerry was a great guy, a truly nice person. I always enjoyed being in his company when we were good friends during our teens. I was saddened today to learn of his passing from a mutual friend who over the years used to pass our greetings along to one another. Such a pleasant, good and decent person. My condolences to his family. -- Fred Eckert"
"I worked with Jerry at Greece Central. We shared many stories about our times at both McQuaid Jeauit, and at Kodak. Jerry was a good, good man and one of the most beautiful human beings I have ever known. I know he will be with Our Lord for eternity. I offer my deep felt condolences to his family. "
"I worked with Jerry at Greece Central a pleasure to know. "
"Jerry was such a nice guy. A pleasure to work with and to know."
"I?m so sorry for your loss. I have a lot of fond memories of going to the McDermott house as a kid? Mr. McDermott will be missed?"