QUEENSBURY – Gerald “Jerry” Stockman, Sr.,79, formerly of George Street, Fort Ann, passed away on June 26, 2021, surrounded by his loving family.
Born on July 12, 1941 in Fort Edward, he was the son of the late Silas and Edith (Willis) Stockman.
Following graduation from Hudson Falls High School, Class of 1959, he went on to attend New York State Maritime College in Throggs Neck, NY and later graduated from Adirondack Community College with an Associate Applied Science degree in 1963. Before retiring from North Country Engineering in 2001, he was employed by Decora Corp., Kamtech and Kamyr Inc., where he was an industrial engineer.
Jerry married his soul mate, Janet Reynolds on November 18, 1962, and celebrated 58 wonderful years of marriage. He loved traveling with Janet, seeing much of the United States, including Alaska and Hawaii, plus much of the Caribbean on cruise ships. His greatest vacation was in 2002 when he and Janet took their four children and their spouses and eleven grandchildren on a week vacation to Disney World and on a Disney Cruise. Jerry lost the love of his life on April 24, 2020.
He also enjoyed working on building and remodeling projects and maintaining his 1932 Dodge Sedan that he owned since he was 18 years old.
Survivors include his daughter, Shirley Padasak and her husband, Steven of Glens Falls, and their children, Ashleigh, Blake, and Baileigh; three sons, Gerald Stockman Jr. and his wife, Mindy of Queensbury, their children, Kelci, Gerald, and Kaylee; David Stockman and his wife, Ronda of Fort Ann, and children Devin, Demi, Lauren, Jenna, and Brody; Paul Stockman and his wife, Jennifer of South Glens Falls, their children, Emilee, Nicholas, and Chloe; his great grandchildren, Emma and Sam Iuliucci; his brother, John Stockman and his wife, Brenda; his brothers-in-law, and sisters-in-law, Erma Reynolds, Juanita Gentile, Jane Reynolds, Dan and Jeannie Reynolds, Doug and Sarah Reynolds, Darlene and Ken Beecher and Barbara Reynolds; his step-mother-in-law, Mary Reynolds; several nieces, nephews, cousins and dear friends.
A Graveside Service at Pine View Cemetery to celebrate Jerry’s life will be celebrated at a later date.
Our deepest sympathy to all of you during this time of sorrow. Always enjoyed talking to Jerry whenever we would run into him. Even though he was an older cousin whenever our families got together years ago we always had a great time. He will surely be missed by those who knew him. Rest in Peace, Jerry and have some fun with Aunt Ruth & Uncle Don. I’m sure they’ll keep you busy in Heaven. Love, Sue & Gary
So sorry for your loss. Sending prayers for the family for family for family
We would like to express our condolences to the Stockman and Padasak familys on the loss of Jerry. May God be with you all during these difficult times.
My deepest sympathy to all of you. I enjoyed the time that I worked for Janet and Gerry at Parkside Flowers. Whenever he came in the shop, he was always smiling. He was a wonderful person. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
We were sorry to hear about Jerry and hope it helps a little to know that you all are in the thoughts and prayers of others. We have found that the sorrow you feel is in direct relation to the love and joy you shared with one another and hope that can be of some comfort. Everett, Phil, Tom, Sandra and Cheryl
Shirley, Jerry, Dave, and Paul
I am very sorry to learn of your dad’s passing. The care, love, and kindness that your parents always shared with me and my extended family and the memory of the many Fred and Barbara linked connections and outing we all shared remain priceless. Gerry was a good, honest, and trustworthy gentleman. Please accept the condolences of my entire family.
Dear Shirley and Family, we are so very sorry for your loss! Sending you all love and prayers.
I was so saddened to read of your Dad’s passing he was such a kind person. My Mom always said “they broke the mold when they made that man” Many fond memories of him and Janet on George St I’m sure he’s making Janet a cup of tea as she’s been waiting for him. Much Love and prayers to all
I did not know nor ever meet Jerry Sr and Mrs…..but they produced a fine young man in Jerry Jr. whom I know through the National Grid/NM . My condolences to the families.