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Gerald “Jerry” Richard Leahy Sr.

September 28, 1933 - May 3, 2021
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R.T. Foard & Jones, Inc.
122 W. Main St.
Newark , Delaware 19711
302-731-4627 | Map
Tuesday 5/11, 9:30 am - 11:00 am
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R.T. Foard & Jones, Inc.
122 W. Main St.
Newark , Delaware 19711
302-731-4627 | Map
Tuesday 5/11, 11:00 am

Gerald “Jerry” R. Leahy, age 87, passed away on May 3, 2021 at Calvert Manor Healthcare in Rising Sun, MD. A loving father, Jerry will be fondly remembered for his passion for playing sports, his enjoyment of coaching his sons’ football and baseball teams, his encouragement of his daughters’ horseback-riding competitions, his love of workingContinue Reading

Sandy Woerner left a message on May 12, 2021:
I met Jerry many years ago while taking care of Ruby at Laurelwood. I have seen many mothers and fathers put into a care facility and never get visits from their loved ones. That was not the case with Jerry, he was there every day/all day devoting his time to make sure Ruby was taken care of. He made multiple friends with the staff and other residents, that will not be forgotten. The world has lost a kind, generous man.
Robert Nefos left a message on May 8, 2021:
So sorry for your loss we had some good times at emeritus brookdale assisted living he was a joy to be around sadly missed but never forgotten
Pam Coolidge Murphy left a message on May 6, 2021:
To the whole Leahy family-you will always have a special place in my heart!! Your dad was so good to us and so many great memories at the farm!! Thoughts and prayers to you all!
Maureen Remedio left a message on May 6, 2021:
Love you Dad. You were a good Dad and we weren't always the easiest kids. Sorry for the times we let you down. I'm happy you came back into our lives and we got to spend so many more years together. Love you pop, Maur
RT Foard left a message:
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
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