Gerald had B.A. and Masters of Divinity from Huntington University, Huntington, Indiana; Masters of Education- Northern Arizona University, Arizona teachers teaching credential. He was a retired teacher from Gadsden School district, Gadsden, Arizona.
Gerald is survived by his son Ray; granddaughters; Jamie and husband, Josh; and Jenn and husband, Jeff great-grandchildren Jason, Justin, Zachery, Lucas, and Mason.
Memorial Service will be at Desert Lawn Cemetery, Yuma, Az. Friday, August 18, 2017, 10:00 a.m. Burial at Desert Lawn Memorial Park.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to First Christian Church, 3261 S. Ave 6 E, Yuma, AZ. 85365, designate their Missions fund.