Frank Gerden
1934-2018
Frank, the loving husband of the late Phyllis Gerden, passed away
peacefully with his daughters by his side on Saturday November 3, 2018
at the St. Catharines General Hospital at the age of 84.
Beloved father to daughters Venette Gerden (Sean Purcell), and Joy
(Shane Rusin).
Dear brother of the late Joseph (Louise). Minka (late Ivan Korelc),
Frances (late Frank Slacek), John (Mary), Tony (Kathy).
Devoted Grandfather of Alex, Brianna, Autumn, Quinn, Gwendolyn and
James. He will be sadly missed by his many nieces and nephews, his
hunting buddies and all his friends.
Frank will always be remembered for his strength, and love of family
and nature. He was always willing to extend himself. Whether you were
his family, friend, neighbour or stranger. He was there for you.
If he wasn’t in his garden or tinkering in the garage, he was
hunting or talking about hunting.
Visitation will be held at Patrick J Darte Funeral Chapel, 39 Court
Street, St. Catharines (905-685-6584) on Tuesday November 6, 2018 from
2 p.m. to 4p.m. and 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Vigil prayers will be held at the funeral home on Tuesday, November 6,
2018 at 8:30pm. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at the Cathedral of
St. Catherine of Alexandria, 67 Church Street, St. Catharines
(905-684-3964) on Wednesday November 7, 2018 at 10am. Rite of
committal to follow in Victoria Lawn Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Pathstone’s Mental
Health.
“ May we remember him fondly, knowing he will see us around the
bush.”
Our most sincere sympathies to the family and friends of Frank Gerden 2018..
Death notice for the town of: St-Catharines, Province: Ontario