Gerald W. Schmer Sr.'s obituary , Passed away on April 11, 2025 in Abbottstown, Pennsylvania

Gerald W. Schmer Sr.

August 1, 1942 - April 11, 2025 (82 years old)

Abbottstown, Pennsylvania

Gerald W. Schmer Sr.'s obituary , Passed away on April 11, 2025 in Abbottstown, Pennsylvania

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Beck Funeral Home & Cremation Service, Inc.

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Gerald W. Schmer Sr.

August 1, 1942 - April 11, 2025 (82 years old)

Abbottstown, Pennsylvania

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Gerald W. Schmer Sr. Obituary

With profound sadness, we say goodbye to Gerald W. Schmer Sr. of Abbottstown, Pennsylvania, born in Cowiche, Washington, whose vibrant spirit touched the lives of many. Gerald left this world on April 11, 2025 at the age of 82, leaving a void in the lives of so many people. Family and friends can send flowers and/or light a candle as a loving gesture for their loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Gerald W. Schmer Sr. to show support.

He was predeceased by: his parents, George Phillip Schmer and Pearl Sommerville Schmer; his wife Mary Schmer; and his brother Dale Schmer. He is survived by: his children, Gerald Schmer, Jr. (Belinda), Lisa Bollinger (Brian), Amanda Schmer and Tylor Schmer; his sisters, Sharon Atchley, Joan Gieseke and Bernadine Schmer; his grandchildren, Jacob Smith, Derek Smith, SheaLee Freeland-Schmer and Sloan Freeland-Smith; and his great grandchildren, Mary Jane Smith and Zen Smith.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Beck Funeral Home & Cremation Service, Inc.



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Heather Clegg wrote a sympathy message

“In loving memory to Gerald W Schmer. You were the love of my life for many years. I cherished our weekly phone calls. I knew you weren't feeling well but were cheery anyway! Now you soar with eagles! My condolences to Jerry Jr, Big Lisa, Amanda, Tyler and Derek, Sloan and Shea Lee.”


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