Bill Gerlach Sr.'s obituary , Passed away on May 2, 2026 in Wheelersburg, Ohio

Bill Gerlach Sr.

1940 - May 2, 2026

Wheelersburg, Ohio

Bill Gerlach Sr.'s obituary , Passed away on May 2, 2026 in Wheelersburg, Ohio

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Harrison-Pyles Funeral Home

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Bill Gerlach Sr.

1940 - May 2, 2026

Wheelersburg, Ohio

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Bill Gerlach Sr. Obituary

The passing of Bill Gerlach Sr. of Wheelersburg, Ohio leaves a void in the hearts of many, as we bid farewell to a loving soul who departed on May 2, 2026. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Carl "Dutch" Gerlach and Catherine Gerlach; his wife Darlene; his siblings, Betty (Roger Bahner), Ben (Debbie) and Bob (Sue); and his great grandchild Nora.

He is survived by: his children, Bill Jr. (Leigh) and Kristi Powell; his grandchildren, Eli (Hannah), Alyssa and Ashleigh Powell; and his great grandchild Emery.

In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation to Sierra's Haven for New and Used Pets or St. Jude -- favorite charities of his and Darlene's.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Harrison-Pyles Funeral Home



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May 6, 2026

Debbie driver gerlach wrote a sympathy message

“Rest in Peace Bill— what a joyous celebration there must be with all ur loved one’s together again in the Gerlach Circle!! I will never forget seeing u walk across the top of my yard & seeing u & Ben sitting in the swing chatting away solving the world’s problem’s! There’s a hole where my heart & memories end! Happy Trail’s & God Bless!!🙌🌹🌹💔💔 Prayers to Kristi, Billie & Family🥲”


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