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Sherwood

Gerard

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Sherwood Gerard, 84, of Hartford, died Saturday, September 1, 2012. He was born in Hartford, to the late Philip and Rose (Hirshberg) Goldberg. He graduated from Weaver High School in 1945 and the University of Pennsylvania with an undergraduate degree in 1949 and a veterinary degree in 1954. He served in the Air Force, attaining the rank of captain. After his service, he returned to Hartford to set up his veterinary practices in Hartford and Bristol. He started the Hartford County Veterinary Association serving as its first president. He was active in the Connecticut Veterinary Medical Association where he served as president, treasurer, and head of its health insurance program. After his retirement, he became active in the local Bridge community where he attained the rank of Silver Life Master from the American Contract Bridge League.

He leaves his loving wife of 54 years, Vera (Friedeberg) Gerard; his son, David Gerard and wife Marla of Oak Brook, IL; his two daughters, Barbara Gerard and husband Charles Slovacek of Austin, TX, and Linda Gerard and husband Daniel Grossman of San Francisco, CA; and six grandchildren, Noah and Jonah Gerard-Grossman, Hannah and Cedar Slovacek, and Sophia and Adam Gerard.

Funeral services will be held Friday, September 7, 2012 at 1:30 pm in the Chapel of the Weinstein Mortuary, 640 Farmington Ave., Hartford. Interment will follow at Fairview Cemetery, Whitman Rd., West Hartford. The family will be receiving friends at the home of Pamela Friedeberg , 76 Craigmoor Rd., West Hartford after the funeral on Friday. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Hebrew Home & Hospital, 1 Abrahms Blvd., West Hartford 06117. For further information, directions, or to sign the guest book for Sherwood, please visit www.weinsteinmortuary.com/funerals.cfm

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From: Robin Santiago

From West Hartford, CT

Posted On: September 5, 2012

I will miss his wit and his warm smile. It was a pleasure to know for many years and I always looked forward to his visits. May his memory be for a blessing.

From: Karen Elias

From Chelsea, NY

Posted On: September 9, 2012

Dear Vera,
Bruce and I were so saddened to hear of Sherry's passing.
At the time we were both in Israel. We had just visited the Wailing Wall in the old city of Jerusalem.
Our thoughts and prayers go out to all of our extended family, here and to everyone whom Sherry touched.
You two were a beacon of light to all of us through the love you demonstrated for each other. love, Karen, Bruce Elias and family

From: shirley gerber

From West Hartford, CT

Posted On: September 5, 2012

I have many fond memories of Sherwood at the bridge club. You were one of the few married couples who could play together. He was a pleasant, nice person and will be missed by many people. My deepest sympathy to you and your family.

Shirley Gerber

From: Judith Hyde

From Coventry, CT

Posted On: September 5, 2012

Thinking of you, Vera, of your loyalty and devotion.

From: Dan and Rebecca Gerard and Family

From Oakhurst, NJ

Posted On: September 5, 2012

Vera and Family: We are so sorry to hear about the passing of Sherry. The memories of him sharing the gun collection with our boys, spending time visiting together, all the family occasions, and his happy, smiling face seeing everyone. These memories will be treasured forever in our hearts. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Love, Dan, Becky, Ben and Zachary

From: Edith & Marvin Catler

From Hull, MA

Posted On: September 5, 2012

Dear Vera; Our thoughts are with you. We have good memories of being with you and Sherwood through the years. Please accept our condolences on this sad occasion. Edie and Marv Catler

From: mary eisenberg

From hartford, conn

Posted On: September 5, 2012

vera, we are all so very sorry about your loss in sherry, as
well as the rest of him family.
we will be thinking of you and your family in such a hard time
for all of you.
very fondly,
mary eisenberg

From: Dottie Mountain

From N. Hutchinson Island, FL

Posted On: September 5, 2012

Dearest Vera: I type with heavy heart. You know I counted Sherry among my favorite people. I pray he left us peacefully. I know you were at his side. Love, Hugs and Blessings, Dottie Mountain

From: Partab Makhijani

From West Hartford, CT

Posted On: September 7, 2012

It was fun playing bridge with Gerard.
Once he set me 7 tricks(2200 pointa) doubled when I was vulnerable. This gave him immence happiness. He reminded about it all the times thereafter. I am glad I contributed some happiness in his life.
Gerard was a thorough gentleman and I will always miss him

From: Sharon Bamberg

From Milton, Ma

Posted On: September 7, 2012

Aunt Vera and cousins- Barbara, David, and Linda, we are sad for your loss. Parents are special people who are always are part of us wherever we go. Memories and their love follow us as well. Our sympathies and condolesences to all of you.
- Michael and Sharon Bamberg
-Amy and Will McLaughlin- Isabel and Liam McLaughlin
- Susan and Rich Trabucco

From: Judy & Al Greenspoon

From ,

Posted On: September 4, 2012

From: Judy & Al Greenspoon

From West Hartford, CT

Posted On: September 4, 2012

We were very sorry to hear of Sherry's passing. Our heartfelt condolences go out to the family. May he rest in peace.

Judy and Al Greenspoon

From: Amy Silverman

From West Hartford, CT

Posted On: September 4, 2012

Vera and Family - Steve and I send sincerest condolences. May his name be for a blessed memory. From the heart, Amy

From: Joyce Marino

From Vernon, CT

Posted On: September 4, 2012

I am so sorry to hear of Sherry's passing. He lived a life of service and gave joy to those around him. He is greatly missed.

From: Paula Birnbaum

From San Francisco, CA

Posted On: September 10, 2012

Dear Vera, David, Barbra, Linda and families,
My thoughts have been with all of you so much since hearing of Sherry's passing, and I'm so sorry I couldn't be with you at the service. I have the warmest memories of him from growing up and spending so much time in your loving home. You all were my second family, and I clearly recall Dr. G. playing games with us as kids, telling jokes and riddles, sharing baseball statistics,teaching us about animals, and of course introducing us to the latest technologies. He was a wonderful father and human being and will live on in my heart and memories. Love to you all, Paula

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