George S. Gerhard

George S. Gerhard (age 90) of McLean, VA, passed away in the presence of his wife and son on April 15, 2018, after a brief illness. He was born on January 18, 1928, in West Reading, PA, the son of Earl K. Gerhard and Catherine E. Schrack. He served in the U.S. Marine Corps and later attended Michigan State University, spending the majority of his subsequent work years in service to the U.S. Government at home and overseas. After retirement he continued diligent study, research, and discussions with colleagues on political topics, primarily "culture wars." He is survived by his wife, Sandra F. Gerhard; a son, Jonathan, and daughter-in-law, Wendy; and two grandchildren, Avery Lee and Brann, of Charlotte, NC. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Monday, April 23, at 11:00 AM at St. Agnes Catholic Church, 1910 N. Randolph St., Arlington, VA, with interment immediately following at Columbia Gardens Cemetery in Arlington. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be sent to Paralyzed Veterans of America or Operation Smile.