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Celebrating the life of
Gerard Leo Bryndal
September 29, 1953 - October 20, 2021
He was a hero and much loved by his family.
On October 20th, 2021 Gerard Leo Bryndal passed away after losing his third battle with cancer.
He was a hero and much loved by his family. Jerry was only 68 years old, born on September 29th, 1953 in Ohio and the son of Edward and Mary Lou Bryndal. He retired to Savannah, GA with his wife, Mary Anne, after completing a 33-year career flying for Northwest then Delta Airlines. During his career he flew over one million people safely to their destinations, always with a smile on his face. Before that he served 10 years as a pilot for the Navy, and Navy Reserves, achieving the rank of Lt. Commander.
Jerry is survived by his wife, Mary Anne, of 43 years, their two daughters, Rebecca with husband Alex, and Anna with husband Joseph, and two grandsons, Jeremy (8 years), and Mason (20 months), his mother, Mary Lou Bryndal, his mother-in-law, Madeline Wellman, and his six siblings and their families.
He loved playing golf, woodworking, building fine furniture, working in his garden, and spending time with his family.
His funeral mass will be held at Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church in Savannah on Monday, October 25th at 11:00 a.m. with Military honors.
In lieu of flowers the family has requested donations be made in his name, Gerard Bryndal, to St. Jude Children’s Hospital.
Please keep him and his family in your thoughts and prayers during this tough time.
A candle has been lit!
My dad was an amazing person. He was my hero! I will miss him every day.
- Alex, Rebecca, and Jeremy Snider, Savannah, Georgia
Mary Ann, I’m very sorry for Jerry’s passing; he is someone I respected a great deal. I will plan a trip when better.
- Paul Wellman and Family, The Woodlands, Texas
What a wonderful guy, and such a tragic loss. I will always remember that smile and how much he loved a chance to laugh.
- Dominic D'Amico, SAN DIEGO, CA
Mary Ann we were so saddened to learn of Jerry's passing. May you be comforted by the love that surrounds you during this difficult time.
- Peter & Lee Caracci, Springfield, Pennsylvania
Dear Mary Ann and family, We are so sorry for your loss. We have such fond memories of gathering at Ed and Lou’s house for so many holiday and birthday celebrations as Jerry was growing up. We always thought the world of him. He will continue to live in our hearts as a caring and kind human being. He was a gentleman and a gentle man. Please know you are in our thoughts and our prayers. Love, Uncle Richard and Aunt Barbara
- Richard and Barbara Bryndal, Russell Twp., Ohio
Mary Anne, We are so sorry to learn of Jerry's passing. He was a great guy. We hope you and the family are doing well. We fondly remember the times we all had together as new hires and the activities with the investment club. Please take care and hold on to the memories.
- Drew & Cathy Grimes, Anchorage, AK
Services under the direction of:
Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
912-352-7200
- Funeral Mass
- 11:00 a.m. on Mon, October 25, 2021
- Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church
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1003 East Victory Drive (map)
Savannah GA 31405 - 912-356-6980