James Robert Gerland Sr.'s obituary , Passed away on December 23, 2025 in Buffalo, New York

James Robert Gerland Sr.

January 19, 1951 - December 23, 2025 (74 years old)

Buffalo, New York

James Robert Gerland Sr.'s obituary , Passed away on December 23, 2025 in Buffalo, New York

Funeral arrangement under the care of
C. Mertz and Son Funeral Home, Inc.

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James Robert Gerland Sr.

January 19, 1951 - December 23, 2025 (74 years old)

Buffalo, New York

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James Robert Gerland Sr. Obituary

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of James Robert Gerland Sr. (Buffalo, New York), who passed away on December 23, 2025, at the age of 74, leaving to mourn family and friends. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

As James departs from this earthly realm, his essence lingers — a whisper on the wind, a ripple on the water — a testament to the enduring power of love to transcend the boundaries of life and death. Though James may no longer walk beside us, his spirit lives on in the memories and the legacy James leaves behind.

He was loved and cherished by many people including: his wife Judith Gerland; his sons, Jay Gerland (Jennifer) and Timothy Gerland (Lorraine); his grandson Jack Gerland; and his siblings, Jane Rozek (Kenneth), Judith Gerland, John Gerland (Margaret) and Joseph Gerland. He was also cherished by many loving nieces and nephews.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Jim's memory to EdTech Foundation of WNY (edtechwny.org).

Funeral arrangement under the care of
C. Mertz and Son Funeral Home, Inc.



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Dec 29

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C. Mertz and Son Funeral Home, Inc.
911 Englewood Ave, Buffalo, NY 14223

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Dec 30

Funeral service

St. Joseph University Church
3269 Main St, Buffalo, NY 14214

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