He was born October 20, 1953, in Ravenna, Ohio, to parents Gus and Lina (Harris) DeYoung. Gerry graduated from The Ohio State University in the Con Ag Program.
He worked for Fyda Freightliner in Youngstown and was an outstanding salesman. Gerry fostered lifetime relationships with his clients.
Family, tractors, and animals were most important in Gerry’s life. He cherished spending time with his kids and going on family vacations. Gerry was an active member of the Geauga County Antique Tractor Pullers and helped organize the St. Joseph Ox Roast Tractor Pulls. He will also be missed by his dear buddy, Archie.
Gerry is survived by his beloved wife Mary DeYoung, who he married August 16, 2014. He is also survived by his children: Matthew (Susan) DeYoung, Zachary Dienes, Maria (fiancé Todd Tousant) Dienes, Kasey (Anna Krause) Dienes, and Carolyn (Jason) Wysong, his 7 grandchildren, his great-grandchild, his brother Jack DeYoung, and his sister-in-law Judy DeYoung.
Gerry was preceded in death by his brother Kenneth DeYoung, sister Alberta Ellwood, brother-in-law Bob Ellwood, sister-in-law Wanda DeYoung, and son Gregory Dienes Jr.
Friends and family will be received Thursday, April 18, 2024, from 2:00 – 4:00 PM with a funeral service officiated by Pastor Murray Bay at 4:00 PM at the Wood-Kortright-Borkoski Funeral Home, 703 E. Main St., Ravenna.
Condolences and fond memories may be shared at www.wood-kortright-borkoski.com
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