1931
2014
Gerald G. Birling, age 83 passed away on Sunday, May 18, 2014, at Theda Clark Medical Center. He was born on January 21, 1931 in Neenah, the son of the late George and Eva (Dietz) Birling. He graduated form St. Mary High School in Menasha. On December 11, 1954 he was united in marriage to Marge Hanson, their marriage was blessed with seven children. Gerald proudly served our country in the Army during the Korean Conflict. He was a pressman for over 40 years with American Can/James River. Gerald was a lifelong member at St. Mary Catholic Church and a member of the Knights of Columbus. He enjoyed watching the Chicago Cubs in the summer and the Packers in the fall. Gerald enjoyed golfing and bowling. He loved going to his grandchildren's sporting events.
Gerald is survived by six children: Doug, Deborah (John) Kleinschmidt, David (Beth), Duane (Tammy), Diane (Bill) Tobin and Dean (Shelly) Birling; 12 grandchildren: Mandi (Tim) Groeschel, Scott (Keri) Kleinschmidt, Todd, Shelly, Scott, Kyle, Drew, Chris, Derek, Samantha, Sydney and Madi; 8 great-grandchildren, one brother, Dan (Debbie) Birling, two sisters: Helen Werner and Barbara (Jay) Leimer, one brother-in-law, Bob Jr. (Shirley) Hanson, three sisters-in-law: Sandy Birling, Evelyn Birling and Betty Sadowska; Gerald is also survived by his beloved companion, his dog, Cubby. Further survived by many nieces, nephews and dear friends. Gerald was preceded in death by his wife, Marge, son, Dennis, three brothers: Don, Bob, Len; sister-in-law, Myrtle, and two brothers-in-law, Dick and Bud.
Funeral Liturgy will be held on Friday, May 23, 2014 at 11:30 am St. Mary Catholic Church, 528 Second Street, Menasha. Friends and family may visit at the CHURCH on Friday from 10:00 am until the time of service. Inurnment will take place at a later date at St. Mary Catholic Cemetery, Menasha.
The family would like to thank Dr. Baltz and Dr. Brennen and their staff for all their wonderful care for the past year. Your kindness will never be forgotten.
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May 23, 2014
sandie birling
To all our special nieces and nephews, Jerry's kids----my heart goes out to you all at this time. I know Lenny was waiting for him, he always wanted to be doing the things that Jerry did. Now, he can show his big brother the way it is "up there". My love to all of you, call any time if you need anything. Love Sandie
May 23, 2014
James Taylor
Jerry was a great guy to work with, and one of the most talented pressmen ever. My sympathy is with the family.
May 23, 2014
Nikki, Jordan & Alyssa Diederich
May 23, 2014
My condolences to the family...will miss you on our family nite out...sure glad I gave you one last hug...be sure when you get there to check and see if "He" forgot about me...your sister Helen
May 22, 2014
Cindi Gaschler
I will so miss our chats and laughs over the Packer Board each year. I was very lucky to call you my Uncle!
May 22, 2014
Roger and Joyce Cummings
May 22, 2014
Helen Werner
My condolences to your children and their families...I will miss you at our family dinners out...sure glad I gave you that last hug...your sister, Helen...be sure and check to see if God forgot about me.
May 22, 2014
Brynne
David, Beth, Shelley, Scott and all the Birling family,
Be happy for all the years you had with your dad, father-in-law, grandpa. I am sorry to hear that he passed away. Prayers are sent your way.
-Brynne
May 22, 2014
The community of St. Mary Central High School sends thoughts and prayers to the family of Gerald, a member of the class of 1949. May he rest in peace.
May 22, 2014
Joe Pawlowski
Condolences. Jerry was a good neigbor for many years. But now he's in a better place. The big ball game up there.
May 22, 2014
betty harris
Thoughts and prayers being sent to the family, he will be joining so many of the Birlings up in heaven and watching over all of us.
May 21, 2014
Sharron Mericle
My deepest sympathy too the Birling Family.
May 21, 2014
michael gresen
sending prayer's to the birling family sorry to hear to the loss of jerry birling peace and sorrow will be hard to get through this time of your loss of your father
May 21, 2014
Dean, Shelley and the entire Birling famiy,
I am so sorry to hear of your fathers passing. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family in this time of sadness.
My deepest condolences,
Ruby LeMoine
May 21, 2014
Evelyn Birling
I will miss our phone conversations. You always had something to laugh about! My love and prayers go out to the whole family. Auntie Ev
May 21, 2014
LuAnn Miller
Love and prayers to all! Now you can be hanging out with my Dad talking about the Packers! Hugs to the whole family from us.
May 21, 2014
Dean, Shelly & Family-
God's blessings to all your family.
Our deepest sympathies and love,
Jeff & Nancy, Sarah & Maggie Braatz
May 21, 2014
Mary Garcia
My deepest sympathy to the Birling Family. He will always be in your heart.
May 21, 2014
Mary Garcia
My deepest sympathy to the Birling family.
May 21, 2014
Judy,Ed Coonen
To all of the Birling kids- Sorry to hear of your dad passing. The old neighbor hood is slowly passing away. As we called your dad "Mr. Birling" is getting together with the old neighbors in a new home. R.I.P.
May 21, 2014
connie gaschler
May 21, 2014
Jean Haag
To the ENTIRE Birling Family
We are so sorry for your loss. Just hang on to those happy memories, they will help you to get through this sad time! GO CUBS!!
Dick and Jean Haag
Menasha, WI
May 21, 2014
Dean, you have our condolences on your Father's Passing. Take Care,
John & Sandy Mayer
May 21, 2014
Dan & Becky Rippl
Dean, Shelly & family...so sorry for your loss. May speical memories bring you smiles and comfort when you need them the most. Our condolences
May 21, 2014
Jill & Jerry Burgbacher
Diane, Doug and Birling family...our deepest condolences for your loss. May God hold you all through your sadness.
May 21, 2014
Shari Birling
You will be missed! When I think of you I think of baseball, which happens to be my favorite sport. When I saw you it was at a ball diamond. So to me that was great memories. I couldn't help but to notice the day you went to heaven the Cubs beat the Brewers 4-2. I will give you that one because you deserve it. I'm sure you will be watching over every Cubs game from up there. Rest In Peace Uncle Jerry
My Condolences go out to my Dad, U.Jerry's Kids, Sisters, Grandkids
May 20, 2014
Dan & Carol Blank
Our condolences Doug, Diane and your entire family.
May 20, 2014
Ashley Mohr
May 20, 2014
Shari Birling
You will be missed Uncle Jerry. Anytime I saw you was at a ball diamond in which was a good thing! In fact the day you passed I couldn't help but notice the Cubs beat the Brewers 4-2. I will let you take this win to heaven with you...you deserve it! Rest in Peace....
Thoughts and prayers go out to all!
May 20, 2014
Donna & Greg Page
He is now in heaven with loved ones. Our condolences to my cousins.
May 20, 2014
BillieJo Hartjes
Diane, Doug and the Birling family. So sorry for your loss. You are in my prayers.
May 20, 2014
Hey Doug, Sorry to here about your Dad. He was a great guy,good ol neighbor,and Cubs fan.He will be missed. Tim Pawlowski
May 20, 2014
Many memories to cherish.
Pat and Bruce Van Vreede
May 20, 2014
Matt Hebeler
May 19, 2014
Mikey Leimer
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
May 19, 2014
Jay and Barb Leimer
Hey Bro'...glad Helen and I stopped to see you a couple weeks ago...glad we gave you one last hug...didn't know it was the last, or I would have hugged you tighter...our memories will have you looking good, although we know you were hurting...give all the gang a huge family hug...we loved you to the moon and back, and now even farther...huggs, Jay and Barb
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