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Monday, April 9, 2012

Mr. Harry Richard Gerent

February 3, 1933 April 4, 2012

Sheffield Twp- Harry R. Gerent, 79, went to be with his Lord on Wednesday, April 4th, 2012.

He was born on February 3, 1933 in East Prussia in Archikov, Poland to his loving parents, Emil and Emma (nee: Gatske) Gerent. 

Harry moved to Cleveland in 1952 and worked in a tool shop. He then spent two years in the United States Army, stationed in Panama, during the Korean War. Soon after, he graduated from Western Reserve University and became the Athletic Director at the Cleveland Athletic Club where he worked for 17 years. Harry left the CAC and started his own businesses in real estate and investment. He married Christa E. Wilke on February 9, 1959 and raised 3 children in Westlake, Ohio. He moved to and became an involved citizen of Sheffield Village. He loved traveling, hunting, fishing, keggeln (German bowling) and the outdoors. Every year he vacationed in Fort Myers Beach, Florida with all 25 family members. Harry spent every hunting season in Cambridge, Ohio with his boys.  Opi devoted much of his time to his 17 grandchildren and was an active member of Westlake Bible Fellowship. He was a hardworking man with impeccable character and a devoted servant of the Lord. 

Mr. Gerent is survived by his wife of 52 years, Christa; 3 children and their spouses, Nancy (Bob) Markovich, Karen (Scott) Doane, Rick (Dawn) Gerent; 17 grandchildren, Luke, Erika, Troy, Caleb, Drew, Taylor, Lyndy, Christa, Tyler, Emily, Tory, Zach, Abby, Tommy, Maddie, Micah and Timmy; brother, Walter (Annaliese) Gerent.

The family will receive friends at Reidy-Scanlan-Giovannazzo Funeral Home, 2150 Broadway, Lorain, (440) 244-1961 on Friday, April, 13, 2012 from 5-8 PM. A Celebration of Life Service will be held at 3:00 PM, Saturday, April 14, 2012 at Christian Community School, 35716 Royalton Rd., N. Eaton, OH. Private burial services will be held at Resthaven Memory Gardens in Avon, OH. Donations may be made to the Harry R. Gerent Benevolent Fund (for charitable causes) at any Keybank Branch.  Online condolences may be sent using www.rsgfuneralhome.com   

Posted By: RSG Funeral Home @ 2:34:28 PM

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Posted By: Marilla Presler

Dear Gerent Family, I just learned of Mr. Gerent's passing and am so sorry to hear this news. Please accept my deepest and heartfelt sympathy for your loss. Sending prayers of strength to all at this most difficult of times. God Bless, Marilla Presler

Posted on: 4/20/2012 6:23:08 PM


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Posted By: Stuart and Vicki Hartman

So sorry for your loss. Harry will be greatly missed. Sorry we could not make the showing or service, but Vicki's mother passed away yesterddy. Know that our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Posted on: 4/13/2012 10:18:26 PM


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Posted By: Melanie Wahl Barnes

I knew Mr. Gerent through his daughter Nancy, who was my basketball coach in high school. He and Mrs. G were always so nice to me and all of the other team members when we were all invited over to their house. I remember seeing him and Luke together and how much his grandson adored him and vice versa. Such a good man. My sincerest condolences to Mrs. G, Nancy, and the whole extended Gerent family.

Posted on: 4/11/2012 4:24:29 PM


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Posted By: William A. Eisele

I am saddened by Harry's death. Our family was a longtime member of the CAC and remember Harry when he was Athletic Director. I also think my dad, Ed Eisele, helped Harry get into the real estate business, or simply advised him. Also, if memory serves me, as a young boy I accompanied my dad and Harry on several fishing trips - great times. My thoughts and prayers go out to the Gerent family. Kindest Regards, Bill

Posted on: 4/11/2012 12:59:35 PM


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Posted By: Rob, Alison and Matt Conrad

Please accept our sympathies for your loss. May our God of all hope comfort you with His promise of everlasting life and joy. It was our privilege to get to know Harry a little bit when CCS students went on retreat at the hunting cabin.

Posted on: 4/10/2012 11:37:18 PM


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Posted By: Lora Graves

I was so saddened to read of the passing of Mr. Gerent. My prayers are with the entire Gerent family in this time of sorrow. Mr. Gerent was one of six men that I have most respected in my lifetime.

Posted on: 4/10/2012 6:49:51 PM


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Posted By: Gale and Dan Taliano

He will be sorely missed. Our prayers are with you all and rejoice in knowing he is with our Lord. Love you all. Gale And Dan.

Posted on: 4/10/2012 5:11:33 PM


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Posted By: Vicki Maeder

After reading Harry's obituary, I just had to write and express my condolences to the family. I first met Harry sometime in the late 1970's or early 1980's when he was attending marketing meetings of commercial brokers. I used to work at Continental Realty in Vermilion with Ed Westbrook and Jim Knechtges and we were all active with various brokerage groups. Harry was such a delightful person. Always worked hard for his clients. I have much respect for him and wish the family well.

Posted on: 4/10/2012 12:22:50 PM


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Posted By: Laura Grabowski

Dear Gerent Family, I just wanted to offer my sincere condolences for your loss. Although this is a difficult time may you find comfort in the special memories you shared as well as in the loving arms of family and friends. I have also found much comfort in the promises found at John 5:28,29 about the resurrection hope as well as Rev,21:4 where God promises to do away with all the things that cause us suffering and pain including death forever. It is my sincere hope that these thoughts bring your family comfort as well. Laura

Posted on: 4/10/2012 8:15:09 AM


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Posted By: Diane Mackin/Loain County Title Co.

Gerent family: I have dealt with Harry for many years with his many real estate dealings and can honestly say a more perfect gentlemen and gentle man I have nevr known. My deepest sympathies to all of you on your great loss.

Posted on: 4/10/2012 8:03:58 AM


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