Gerald L. "Jerry" Noonan Obituary (1936 - 2017)

"Grumpy" Gerald L. "Jerry" Noonan, age 80, of Erie passed away Friday, September 1, 2017. He was born in Erie on October 27, 1936, son of the late Richard and Isabel Noonan. Jerry was an industrial painter with C.W. Beil until his retirement. Following that he worked as a custodian for the Erie School District. He was a member of the CYS Club, Star Club and Knights of St. George Club. Jerry was gifted athletically and played softball for many Erie clubs. He also enjoyed fishing and football, playing in high school for Tech Memorial. He was an avid animal lover and treasured his many cats. Jerry is survived by his significant other of 34 years, Janet Riblet; children, Katie Noonan, Colleen Noonan, Marcy Greene, Terri Stalnecker (Paul), Gerri Newara (Timothy) and Scott Noonan; brother, Richard Noonan (Gail); sister, Shirley Porecca; grandchildren, Jasey Rotunda and Elizabeth Miller; great-grandson, Dominic Miller; and many nieces and nephews. The family would like to give a special thanks to Jimmy Kennerknecht for all his support. Friends may call at the Dusckas Funeral Home, Inc., 2607 Buffalo Road, on Wednesday from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. and 7 p.m. until the time of the Funeral Service there at 8:30 p.m., conducted by Rev. Leo Gallina. Private interment will be held. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to an animal shelter of one's choice.