Honoring the Memory
of Those
We Love

Please refer to obituaries for information on visitations, funeral services and requests by the family or deceased for honoring their memory.

Gerard C. "Jerry" States

July 07, 1951 - April 01, 2018

Text:

Obituary For Gerard C. "Jerry" States

July 7, 1951 - April 1, 2018

States, Gerard "Jerry" C. Age 66, of Brentwood, suddenly on Sunday, April 1, 2018.

Beloved husband of 40 years to Linda (Bachkay) States; loving and proud father of Corinne (Darren) Miller and Stefanie (Jeff) Koskoski; Pappap to his grandsons, Evan Miller and AJ Koskoski with whom many hours were spent playing games and spoiling them. He was a graduate of the University of Dayton as a mechanical engineer and was currently working at AllianceRx Walgreens Prime. In his spare time he enjoyed fishing, listening to "oldies" while sitting out on the front porch, watching Steeler and Penguin games, and most of all, spending time with his family. He was a man with a big smile and an even bigger heart who would do anything for anybody. He is survived by his brothers and sisters, Joan Brady, Patrick (Bev) States, Sylvia (Robert) Bush, Mary Jane (Lou) Mittelmeier, Ronald (Shirley) Hartog and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Charles and Margaret States. Jerry's family will welcome friends and family to the John F. Slater Funeral Home, Inc., 412-881-4100, 4201 Brownsville Road, Brentwood to celebrate Jerry's life on Wednesday, April 4 and Thursday, April 5 from 2 - 4 and 6 - 8 p.m. Funeral prayer on Friday morning at 9:45. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 a.m. at St. Sylvester's Church, Brentwood. He will be laid to rest in Jefferson Memorial Park.

Photos & Video

Add New Photos & Video

Condolences

  • December 11, 2019

    Linda, Corinne, Stephanie and family: Our heartfelt sorrow and prayers for your loss. I am so grateful for Jerry as he shared himself and his family with Ron and our family. We haven't spent as many times with him and you all as we would have liked, but the times we share with all of you are loving and precious. I will remember his infectious laugh, his hugs and warm smile. May you all find comfort in the love of friends and family. Be at peace, brother.

  • December 11, 2019

    Linda, my condolences to you and your family on the passing of Jerry. We became friends at the University of Dayton and stayed in contact following school. I will remember you and your family in my prayers.

  • December 11, 2019

    Linda, I am very saddened to hear of Jerry's passing. He was a wonderful person and a great neighbor. My thoughts and prayers are with you, Corinne, Stefanie and your entire family.

  • December 11, 2019

    My thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this difficult time. Gerry had a heart of gold, and always talked about his family and grandbabies. Gerry will be missed very much. May the Dear Lord wrap his loving arms around all.of you at this difficult time.

  • December 11, 2019

    I know that words cannot take away your pain, sadness or the emptiness you feel. I hope it brings you comfort to know how this man was loved by all, & how much he loved all of you. Our conversations were ALWAYS about family. He gleamed with pride when talking about his grandchildren. A truly wonderful man. He will be missed by so many. Sending prayers and peace to you.

  • December 11, 2019

    My thoughts and prayers are with Jerry's wife and children, and family. Jerry was an amazing person with a great heart. I used to work with Jerry at Walgreens. He will be greatly missed. God Bless