Passed away peacefully on Wednesday August 28, 2013 in his 73rd year following a valiant 7 year battle with cancer. Beloved husband of Linda (nee Adams) for 33 years. Dearly loved brother of Kenneth (Florence) of Whitby; Donald (Mary Ellen), Shirley, the late Jack (late Noella), all of Ottawa. Sadly missed by Sandra (Adams) and Danny Allen also of Ottawa. Fondly remembered by many cousins, nieces and nephews. Father of Bradley and Julie-Ann. A special thank you to nurses Tina and Kathy of Revera Home Health and the staff of UT 3 Westcourt at Freeport Health Centre. Cremation has taken place. Visit Gerry’s memorial and share condolences online at www.ratzbechtelfuneralhome.com