Jon M. Gerdy 1963-2021

Jon was born Feb. 14, 1963, to Elizabeth M. Marrie and Richard W. Gerdy in Sharon, Pa.

He was a graduate of Joseph Badger High School and Trumbull Career and Technical Center.

On Sept. 4, 2009, he married his wife, Laurie J. Wiscott Gerdy, who survives at home.

Before his retirement, Jon worked as a certified master technician for Greenwood Chrysler in Cortland. Jon was a talented mechanic, earning the Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certification for his work. He previously worked for Lakeland Chrysler, Strimbu Trucking and taught as an auto repair instructor for the New Castle School of Trades.

He was a member of the Harley Owners Group, National Rifle Association and Haggarty Car Club. An avid hunter and fisherman, Jon loved to spend time outdoors. He was an exceptional guitar player, builder, carpenter and mechanic. Jon invented and created many things, items from gas outdoor fire pits to a “tree house” style hunting blind, utilizing all recycled materials. Jon forged a deep sense of community with family, friends and neighbors, hosting an exceptional firework display every Fourth of July and always sharing his homemade deer jerky.

Jon is survived by his wife, Laurie; daughters, Shauna E. Gerdy (Brandon Latimer) of Hartford, Sara E. (Joseph) Moreira of Hollywood, Fla., and Emily A. (Peter) Coffman of Colorado Springs, Colo.; son, Isaac A. Daffron (Olivia Baer) of Colorado Springs; grandchildren, Ariyanah Gerdy, Jesus Moreira and Lucas Moreira; sisters, Ann Craft of Fowler and Susan (Jeff) Porterfield of Hartford; sisters-in-law, Sandra Wiscott of New Middletown and Tricia (Frank) Gentile of Palm Bay, Fla.; and his mother-in-law, Caroline A. Wiscott (Steve Sanko); and several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents; and brothers-in-law, Ron Craft, Randy I. Wiscott and Steve Sowers.

Jon will be missed terribly by his dear friend and neighbor, Kevin Alexander.

The family would like to extend their gratitude to UPMC Hillman Cancer Center, his doctors, oncology nurses, staff, and his infusion nurses whom he grew to know well. They would also like to thank Hospice of the Valley, their social worker, chaplain and priest.

Memorial contributions may be sent to Hospice of the Valley, in memory of Jon.

Services will be held privately per Jon’s wishes.

Arrangements entrusted to Donaldson-Mohney Funeral Home & Crematory 124 W. Main St., Sharpsville, Pa 16150. Online condolences may be expressed at www.donaldsonmohney.com.

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