Gerard "Gerry" Ernst Brauckmann

Gerard Ernst “Gerry” Brauckmann, 59, of Blanchester, Ohio passed away January 4, 2017. His wife, Angel Christina Black Brauckmann, survives. They were married on April 21, 1995 (21 years), but have been in love for 28 years. He was born June 17, 1957 in Berea, Ohio, son of Walter H. Brauckmann of Yorktown, Virginia and the late Mary Rauf Brauckmann. He was a graduate of Highland High School in Medina, Ohio. He then graduated from the University of Cincinnati. He also graduated from the Cincinnati Art Academy. Additionally, he carried several certifications in the home energy field.

Mr. Brauckmann worked as an energy auditor. He owned and operated Vanguard High Performance Home Advisors. Gerry was a member of Vineyard Community Church, Springdale, Ohio. He enjoyed riding his Harley Davidson, relaxing in his pool, gardening, and cooking. He also liked to study architecture, especially the work of Frank Lloyd Wright. He was an avid Cleveland Browns fan. Most importantly though, Gerry loved being a husband, father, and spending time with his family.

In addition to his wife and father, Gerry is survived by two sons, Michael Gerard Brauckmann of Cincinnati, Ohio and Stephon Staley of Virginia Beach, Virginia; two daughters, Abigail Sommer Brauckmann of Blanchester, Ohio and Emily Therese Brauckmann of Blanchester, Ohio; a stepdaughter, Melissa Brauckmann of Amelia, Ohio; two brothers, Walter (Sharon) Brauckmann of Randallstown, Maryland and Gregory (Kathy) Brauckmann of Yorktown, Virginia; three sisters, Mara (Barney) Pogue of Cincinnati, Ohio, Elise (Attilio Marconi) Brauckmann of Oxford, Ohio, and Dr. Joan (Dave Cox) Brauckmann of Smithfield, Virginia; five grandchildren, Gianna, Nokosi, Xavier, Stephon, and Sophia; his mother-in-law, Carol J. Justice of Homosassa, Florida; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins.

STORIES FROM HIS CHILDREN AND FAMILY...

Stephon Staley (Son) :

Ramblings of an introverted hermit

Today is a very sad day for me as I reminisce on past thoughts and feelings.

I aversely sit here and contemplate.

I have realized that each recollection of a thought, is a generalized goodbye. And, I pause, feel warm and continue forward.

My thoughts on this gentle beast……

Although ahead of his time, I was never able to congratulate him on earning both his wings and freedom. Although selfish at the time. I wanted no more than this titan to rise and again be by my side leading, smiling, or cooking azure berry pancakes.

These thoughts motivated the tears to slowly creep down my cheeks.

As I think back on my life in the depths of Tartarus this monstrosity never let me down.

He always showed me how truly to be hard-working, extremely intelligent and when it was time to help me spiritually and mentally through action showed me how to hold up against the boot of Hades.

Through these same actions he was always persistent, unyielding, and a titan among other beasts.

In the support of a child that was not biologically his, he showed that there were no mortals who occupied the red bricks of the main structure I lived in who could recede to his idiom.

I write, not in pain or despair but in testament! Papa Gerry was a torrential fountain of wisdom, a forgiving man, an authority in delicate affairs, and a leader to those under and around him.

I wish I could tell him that, I did learn.

He taught me. As I take charge of my life and grow and change, more will be expected of me, more will be demanded of me; not because he taught me to be a primordial being, but because he taught me the true definition of man, father, husband, leader, and king.

I thank him for all that he has given.

And, finally you are forever missed in this realm, but this is not a goodbye.

This is an “UNTIL NEXT TIME.”

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Gerard Ernst “Gerry” Brauckmann, 59, of Blanchester, Ohio passed away January 4, 2017. His wife, Angel Christina Black Brauckmann, survives. They were married on April 21, 1995 (21 years), but have been in love for 28 years. He was born June 17, 1957 in Berea, Ohio, son of Walter H. Brauckmann of Yorktown, Virginia and the late Mary Rauf Brauckmann. He was a graduate of Highland High School in Medina, Ohio. He then graduated from the University of Cincinnati. He also graduated from the Cincinnati Art Academy. Additionally, he carried several certifications in the home energy field.

Mr. Brauckmann worked as an energy auditor. He owned and operated Vanguard High Performance Home Advisors. Gerry was a member of Vineyard Community Church, Springdale, Ohio. He enjoyed riding his Harley Davidson, relaxing in his pool, gardening, and cooking. He also liked to study architecture, especially the work of Frank Lloyd Wright. He was an avid Cleveland Browns fan. Most importantly though, Gerry loved being a husband, father, and spending time with his family.

In addition to his wife and father, Gerry is survived by two sons, Michael Gerard Brauckmann of Cincinnati, Ohio and Stephon Staley of Virginia Beach, Virginia; two daughters, Abigail Sommer Brauckmann of Blanchester, Ohio and Emily Therese Brauckmann of Blanchester, Ohio; a stepdaughter, Melissa Brauckmann of Amelia, Ohio; two brothers, Walter (Sharon) Brauckmann of Randallstown, Maryland and Gregory (Kathy) Brauckmann of Yorktown, Virginia; three sisters, Mara (Barney) Pogue of Cincinnati, Ohio, Elise (Attilio Marconi) Brauckmann of Oxford, Ohio, and Dr. Joan (Dave Cox) Brauckmann of Smithfield, Virginia; five grandchildren, Gianna, Nokosi, Xavier, Stephon, and Sophia; his mother-in-law, Carol J. Justice of Homosassa, Florida; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Funeral services will be 6:00 PM, Friday, January 13, 2017 at Reynolds-Smith Funeral Home, 327 N. South Street, Wilmington, Ohio. Friends may call from 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM, Friday, January 13, 2017 at Reynolds-Smith Funeral Home.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Vineyard Community Church, 11340 Century Circle E., Springdale, Ohio 45246.

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