Gerald Henry "Jay" Downey's obituary , Passed away on April 3, 2025 in Akron, Ohio

Gerald Henry "Jay" Downey

November 9, 1936 - April 3, 2025 (88 years old)

Akron, Ohio

Gerald Henry "Jay" Downey's obituary , Passed away on April 3, 2025 in Akron, Ohio

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Gerald Henry "Jay" Downey

November 9, 1936 - April 3, 2025 (88 years old)

Akron, Ohio

Gerald Henry Downey Obituary

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of Gerald Henry Downey (Akron, Ohio), who passed away on April 3, 2025, at the age of 88, leaving to mourn family and friends. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Gerald Henry Downey to show support.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Gale Downey Sr. and Mabel Downey (Scherbarth); his former wife Jan Downey; his siblings, Gale Jr. and Edith Ann; and his daughter-in-law Leslie Downey.

He is survived by: his wife Joyce; his children, Colleen Fox (Pat), Scott Downey (Brenda), Arlene Schultheis (Scott) and Brian Downey (Andrea); his grandchildren, Courtney, Brian, Emily, Thomas, Abbie, Samantha, Andy and Parker; his great grandchildren, Liam, Uriah, Leia and Elijah; and his brother Phillip (Connie). He is also survived by many nieces' nephews, cousins, and friends.

In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to Copley EMS or Tallmadge Lutheran Church.

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Tallmadge Lutheran Church
759 East Ave, Tallmadge, OH 44278

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Apr 09

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Tallmadge Lutheran Church
759 East Ave, Tallmadge, OH 44278

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