Gerry Hennessey, of Norwood, formerly of Demarest, passed away peacefully at his home on Nov. 6, 2013. He was 67 years old.
Gerry, youngest son of the late Joseph and Helen, is survived by his loving wife, Gina, nee Leocata, children Dallas, and his wife, Amy, of California, Stephen and K.C., of Norwood, and brother Daniel. Proud grandpa to Kyra and Avery, who lovingly called him “Poppa G.” Predeceased by his brothers Joseph and Robert. He will be greatly missed by his brothers- and sisters-in-law, and nieces and nephews. He will be especially missed by his loving puppy Daisy.
A member of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) Local Union No. 164 for 40 years and a New Jersey electrical sub-code inspector in local municipalities for the last nine years, Gerry was proud of his profession. He was also a proud United States Army veteran during the Vietnam War era.
Gerry was a compassionate father who loved coaching and supporting his children’s Little League baseball and softball teams in Norwood. A true family man who worked very hard for his family.
A Funeral Mass will be celebrated Saturday 10:00 AM at Immaculate Conception RC Church, Norwood. Visiting hours are Friday from 2-4 and 7-9 PM at the Pizzi Funeral Home, 120 Paris Avenue, Northvale.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to VITAS Hospice Care, 70 South Orange Avenue, Suite 210, Livingston, N.J., 07039 would be appreciated.
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