Gerald (Jerry) Wirth passed away May 10th at the age of 78. Jerry was a 1949 graduate of Toronto High School and played on THS's first undefeated football team. After graduation he joined the USMC and served his country in the Korean conflict with the 1st Marine Division. Jerry enjoyed 34 years of service with Ohio Bell Telephone /Ameritech. For the next 20 years Jerry developed a passion for woodworking, often donating his efforts to church, family and friends. Most recently Jerry enjoyed being a part of his son Doug's cattle ranch on Whidbey Island, WA. Jerry was a friend to many, and loved by all who knew him offering his time and talents to the benefit of his community, church, friends and family. Jerry always valued hard work in himself and others. He was a man of action and few words. The example of a life well lived was exemplified in his service to his country, church, community, friends and his family. The void he leaves will be felt by his many friends and loving family. His memberships included First United Methodist Church, and was a 50 year member in Toronto Lodge #583 F&AM and Royal Arch Masons, Toronto Chapter 213 OES and Tulip Chapter 26 OES of Coupeville, WA., Toronto High School Alumni Assoc. and Telephone Pioneers. Preceded in death by: (Parents) John and Hazel Wirth, (Granddaughter) Sarah Wirth. Survived by: (Wife of 57 years) Anna Lea Wirth, (Sons) Dr. Douglas (Sherry) Wirth, Gregory (Cathy) Wirth, (Grandsons) Derek, Jared, Grant, (Sister) Elizabeth (Richard) Hughes. Friends and family may call on Friday from 2-4 and 6-8 pm., at the J. E. Foster Funeral Homes, Inc., 701 Findley St. Toronto, Ohio; where Services will be held on Saturday at 11:00 am. Rev. Kevin Rinkes will officiate Jerry's Service and burial will follow in Toronto Union Cemetery. Masonic Services will be Friday evening at 8 pm.Memorial Gifts can be made to: First United Methodist Church PO Box 345, Toronto, OH 43964

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