His loving family includes his wife Diana of Hope, children Erin (Keith) Day of Krum, TX and Megan (Greg) McPherson of Jacksonville, FL; grandchildren Tobin and Caitlin Day; siblings Sharon (CJ) Cross of Salina, Duane (Brenda) Dittman of Lincolnville, Janice (John) Fenske of Valley Center and Charlotte (Jim) Schultz of Hope and many nieces and nephews.
Gerald passed away on August 2, 2021, in Garden City, MO. He is preceded in death by his parents and sister Carolyn Dittman. His family will gather with friends on Sunday August 8th from 2-4 p.m. at Yazel-Megli Funeral Home, Herington. His memorial service will be held on Monday August 9, 2021, at St. John’s Lutheran Church, Lyons Creek. Memorial contributions in Gerald’s name may be directed to the American Legion Post 12 or the Tammy Walker Cancer Center in care of the funeral home. Please sign his online guestbook and leave a memory of Gerald at www.ymzfh.com.