Gerald Earl Sanford Obituary
With solemn hearts, we announce the passing of Gerald Earl Sanford (Naples, Florida), whose presence will be deeply missed, having departed on March 3, 2025 at the age of 86. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Gerald Earl Sanford to pay them a last tribute.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Mary Virginia Callahan and Perry Sanford; his former wife Barbara; his wife Maria; his son Glenn; and his sister Gail Griffo.
He is survived by: his son David; his stepchildren, Jean (Mike), Laura (Nick), Paul (Kelly) and Dianne (Steve); his siblings, Rita Barchitta and Ken; and his pet Dillon. He is also survived by numerous grandchildren, extended family, friends.
Visitation was held on Wednesday, March 12th 2025 from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM, on Thursday, March 13th 2025 from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM and from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM at the Naples Memorial Gardens (525 111th Ave N, Naples, FL 34108). A Mass of Christian burial was held on Friday, March 14th 2025 at 10:00 AM at the Saint John the Evangelist Catholic Church (625 111th Ave N, Naples, FL 34108). A wake will be held on Thursday, September 11th 2025 at the He Established the Freedom Memorial.
In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests donations be made to The Freedom Memorial Foundation of Naples, Florida Inc. 6017 Pine Ridge Suite 249 Naples, Florida 34119-3956 in Jerry's honor.
