Mrs. Pauli (Donaher) Gerry, a resident of Melrose, formerly of Wakefield, passed away on Monday, June 7, 2010 at the Melrose-Wakefield Hospital after a period of declining health.She was 81 years old.
Pauli was born in Melrose on August 9, 1928, the daughter of the late James Donaher and Evelyn (Mathson) Donaher.
Mrs. Gerry was raised and educated in Wakefield where she was a member of the Junior Women's Club.As a homemaker for much of her life, Pauli enjoyed her work within the home.She loved knitting, cooking and especially being a mom.She was always there to provide love, support, and care for her 3 devoted children.
Pauli was the beloved wife of Warren A. Gerry with whom she shared 60 years of marriage.Devoted mother of Darren J. Gerry and his wife Nancy of Wakefield, Danette G. Pazyra and her husband Stephen of Revere, and Derek A. Gerry and his fiancé Molly Joseph of Melrose.Cherished grandmother of Rachel, Timothy, and Daniel Gerry.Loving great-grandmother of Kayley Bunn.
Funeral Service at the First Parish Congregational Church, 1 Church St., Wakefield, Friday, June 11 at 11 AM.Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend.Visiting hours at the Robinson Funeral Home, 809 Main St., Melrose on Thursday from 4-8 PM.Interment in Lakeside Cemetery, Wakefield.