Gerald J. Vandergrift 1933-2025

Gerald was born March 8, 1933, in Warren.

He was a graduate of Howland High School Class of 1951. Jerry was a Korean War veteran, serving his country in the Air Force, from 1952 to 1955.

He was a cherished husband, a guiding father, a doting grandfather and a proud great-grandfather, always devoted to his family.

Jerry had a passion for tinkering, traveling in his RV and enjoyed cheering on the Cleveland Guardians. He also loved bingo, bowling, coaching baseball and never missed the chance to enjoy a good hot dog.

He leaves behind a son, Jerry Vandergrift Jr. (Paula); three grandchildren, Chelsea Podgorny (Tim), Chad Vandergrift (Rachel) and Hannah Daniels (Ben); and one great-grandchild, Rozalynne Podgorny.

Jerry was preceded in death by his devoted wife, Berenice, his partner in marriage since April 1957. He was also preceded in death by his mother, Virginia; father, Clyde; and siblings, Charles and Kathy; as well as his son, Terry Vandergrift.

Private cremation has taken place, with arrangements provided by Borowski Funeral Home and Oak Meadow Cremation Services, Warren.

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