Gerald Anthony French

Gerald was born on the family farm near Oakwood, ND. He married Connie (Allred) French, in 1956. Together they raised six children on their farm. Eventually they moved in to Grafton to manage their Montgomery Wards Store, French Saw Sharpening and A&W Drive In (Westside Drive In). In 1978, they moved the family to Arizona where he enjoyed working for many years, followed by retirement in Mesa.

He is survived by his Ex-Wife: Connie French; Daughters: Debbie Anderson (Richard) and Veronica Lopez (Angel). Sons: Wayne (Sue), Robert (Diane), Richard (Debbie) and Gary (Mary). He has fourteen Grandchildren and 8 Great Grandchildren. Also, He is survived by his Brothers: Bennett, Hector, Joe and Gene French, Sisters: Joan (Melchizedek) and Adele French. Predeceased by Parents Joseph ad Alma French and Siblings: Marie Glennen and Lowell French. in lieu of flowers please consider a donation to Hospice of the Valley

Arrangements under the direction of Valley of the Sun Mortuary & Cemetery, Chandler, AZ.