Book of Memories for Gerry Gimelstob

Condolence From Former General Manager

Mon, 26 Jul 2021 09:20:12 EDT

https://www.dol.gov/newsroom/releases/osha/osha20140408-0 For someone who loved people so much, Gerry took advantage of the system to take advantage of 138 workers, with 10 of them being minors. You've stolen wages from hundreds of members of your teams & broke numerous labor laws as highlighted in the article above. A sub-par basketball coach who got choked by Coach Chaney for his lack of respect of people. Gerry, I know you didn't make it to the golden gates of heaven & with the double life you led, your soul will continue to rot in the underworld.

Condolence From Elizabeth Shead

Wed, 29 Aug 2018 19:47:34 EDT

I Just learned of Gerry's passing. He, along with Sandy, were two of my mainstays during the McDonald's years. I always loved hanging out with this couple. One of my favorite memories was having Gerry as my tennis doubles partner at Rocky Gorge - he definately was one amazing coach. Sending love and prayers to Sandy and family. Betsy Shead xoxo

Condolence From Robbie Henry

Sat, 05 Aug 2017 03:21:24 EDT

Omg Im in shock, I just found out, Sandy, when I moved to Florida, Gerry, you and I had dinner, It was very enjoyable dinner, reminiscing with Gerry n you. I wondered what happened to the GIMBLESTOB REALITORS, now I know. My deepest sympathy and condolances to you and your family. Are either one if his brothers still alive?? Are they living in Florida?? Off hand I cant remember their names.....one was Herbert?? I am so sorry and may Gerry RIP!!

Story shared: high school

Mon, 27 Mar 2017 10:38:05 EDT

I knew Gerry in high school, when you remember someone so vividly, they obviously touched your life. may Gerry rest in peace

Condolence From Alan Gokldenberg

Sat, 25 Mar 2017 09:33:50 EDT

Our paths crossed when Gerry was coaching at GW. I am a big fan and season ticket holder at the University of Virginia. When GW played Virginia I reconnected with Gerry and introduced him to my sons who were high school basketball players. Gerry had them sit on the bench for the game and spent quality time with us before and after the game. We reminisced about the old days of playing in the school yard at Chancellor Avenue school . It was a memorable experience and my children and I will never forget Gerry and the experience. He was a very kind man!

Condolence From Alex Kor

Thu, 23 Mar 2017 13:37:33 EDT

To Whom It May Concern: When I first moved to the DC/ Baltimore area in 2003, Sandy and Gerry were among the first people that I was introduced to. Through the years, they have been great friends. Receiving this sad news this morning, I am sorry that I was not able to ever thank Gerry for this friendship. For Sandy, Rikki and Ross, my prayers and thoughts are with you. With sympathy and Love, Alex

Memorial Candle lit by SEVERN AUTO BODY OF SEVERNA PARK

Thu, 23 Mar 2017 11:37:01 EDT

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Condolence From Rex Caldwell

Wed, 22 Mar 2017 12:17:35 EDT

Dear Sandy, Rikki & Ross : Please accept my deepest sympathies on your loss. Gerry was a person who always brighten the room when he came in. He will be deeply missed by everyone who knew him . I know one thing God has gotten a good man for the team upstairs. God bless your family at this time !!!

Condolence From Rex Caldwell

Wed, 22 Mar 2017 12:17:28 EDT

Condolence From Amy Burdick and Family

Wed, 22 Mar 2017 10:46:56 EDT

He was a kind and generous man. Many fond memories with the entire Gimelstob family during our Talent Machine years. Our heart and prayers are with you. He will be greatly missed. With Peace and Love, The Burdick Family

Memorial Candle lit by Katie Sonntag and family

Wed, 22 Mar 2017 08:41:31 EDT

Katie Sonntag and family

Condolence From Holland

Wed, 22 Mar 2017 07:08:27 EDT

Deepest Sympathy to your family, God's Word say, "He will swallow up death forever, and wipe away the tears from all faces " Isa. 25:8.....

Memorial Candle lit by Sammi Blonder

Tue, 21 Mar 2017 21:12:48 EDT

Sammi Blonder

Memorial Candle lit by Finan- Angie,Mike and Edward

Tue, 21 Mar 2017 17:44:25 EDT

Finan- Angie,Mike and Edward

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Tue, 21 Mar 2017 17:24:42 EDT

You are forever in my heart.

Memorial Candle lit by West Street Family

Tue, 21 Mar 2017 16:45:22 EDT

West Street Family

Condolence From Kenddy Suarez

Tue, 21 Mar 2017 16:33:50 EDT

I had the privilege to belong to the Gimelstob Mcdonald´s Family since 2002, all these years Gerry and his family had become a family to me and helped me through tough situations in my life, Also have great memories of laughter and joy with this company.....I will never forget every single time....... I thank you for giving me the oportunity of working for such a great company ......words cannot express my gratitude and my prayers are with the Gimelstob Family! May the soul of the dearly departed rest in peace, may my prayers help guide him on his journey to our Creator.

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Tue, 21 Mar 2017 13:32:37 EDT

Special memories of you will always bring a smile, but you're forever in our hearts until we meet again.

Condolence From Sally Rogers

Tue, 21 Mar 2017 09:28:23 EDT

Thinking of your family at this difficult time. May your memories and your faith give you strength going forward. Sally

Memorial Candle lit by Donna Maertens

Tue, 21 Mar 2017 09:26:31 EDT

Donna Maertens

Condolence From Jerry Pimm

Tue, 21 Mar 2017 09:18:39 EDT

My condolences to the Gimelstob family. Gerry was one of the finer men in life, and was truly a great basketball mind. He will truly be missed. Our family offers our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Until we meet again Gerry.

Condolence From Maria Johnson

Tue, 21 Mar 2017 07:39:44 EDT

The Johnsons and the Gimelstobs have been friends for many years, just like family. I remember Gerry in the Cleveland playground playing basketball. He was determined to be a superior athlete and to be successful in life. Later on at GW, while I was the assistant for the womens team, again I saw his determination to succeed. Gerry was a wonderful person who loved people. He will be missed by all. As the great poet Samuel Foss said "Gerry lived in a house by the side of the road and was a friend to man." My deepest sympathy to the family, Maria Johnson daughter of Charles and Evelyn Johnson

Condolence From Tracy Tripucka

Tue, 21 Mar 2017 07:26:36 EDT

Many many happy memories. He made everything we did together fun. I wish I could have spent more time with him in Annapolis. Very very sorry for your loss.

Condolence From Kee

Mon, 20 Mar 2017 21:31:21 EDT

To the family, My deepest condolences on the loss of your loved one. May you find the words at 2 Corinthians 1:3,4 comforting during this difficult time.

Condolence From Chuck Merin

Mon, 20 Mar 2017 15:51:23 EDT

Gerry and I grew up together in Newark where we attended Chancellor Avenue school. I moved to Livingston in 1960 and only reconnected with him in the 1980's when he coached at my alma mater, GWU. He was then, as he had been as a kid, a passionate, determined, loyal, and outspoken advocate for people and things he cared deeply about. RIP, my childhood friend.

Memorial Candle lit by Shannon hoover

Mon, 20 Mar 2017 14:20:08 EDT

Shannon hoover

Condolence From Chris & Janine Bailey

Mon, 20 Mar 2017 14:13:33 EDT

Sandy, Rikki & Ross - We are so very sorry for your loss. Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. All our love, Chris, Janine, Andrew & Alex Bailey

Condolence From Sonali Patel

Mon, 20 Mar 2017 10:07:50 EDT

Although it is difficult today to see beyond the sorrow, May looking back in memory help comfort you tomorrow. With Sympathy, Sonali

Memorial Candle lit by Mike Appleton

Mon, 20 Mar 2017 10:07:42 EDT

Mike Appleton

Condolence From Brian Harper

Mon, 20 Mar 2017 09:59:32 EDT

My thoughts and prayers go out to the Gimelstob family ...may God surround you with his love and peace during this difficult time..... With Love, Brian Harper

Condolence From L.Nelms

Mon, 20 Mar 2017 06:58:46 EDT

Our heartfelt condolences extend to the Gimelstob family. We pray for your comfort and peace. May the real and true hope that God gives of a time when sickness and death will be no more be a reminder of how much he cares for us and sustain you until you see Gerry again.

Memorial Candle lit by Julie Kozak

Mon, 20 Mar 2017 06:58:44 EDT

Julie Kozak

Memorial Candle lit by Scott and Anita Beeten

Sun, 19 Mar 2017 22:40:54 EDT

Scott and Anita Beeten

Story shared: A Real Friend

Sun, 19 Mar 2017 22:39:03 EDT

I had the privilege and the honor of coaching with Gerry at the 1985 Maccabiah Games in Israel along with Eddie Fogler. Under Gerry's guidance he took a group of 12 individuals and molded them into a real team, a Gold Medal winning team that won the Gold Medal game in Tel Aviv in front of thousands of hostile, sccreaming Israelis. It was because of his leadership and expertise that the group of individuals became a championship team. I will forever be grateful to Gerry for giving me the opportunity to work with him with that squad.

What made the entire experience even more special was that Gerry and Sandy had just recently married and Sandy and I are truly like brother and sister so to share all of this with her and Gerry are memories that will be cherished forever just like the real friendship that Gerry and i shared beginning with the Maccabiah experieince and that has lasted for thes past 32 years. I will miss him a lot.

Condolence From Donna and Duane Arbogast

Sun, 19 Mar 2017 21:45:13 EDT

Dear Sandy, Rikki and Ross, We are thinking of you and sending our thoughts and prayers. May your hearts be full, knowing how very many lives Gerry touched during his own lifetime. We have fond memories of sharing several wonderful Talent Machine years with your beautiful family. In peace, Donna and Duane Arbogast

Memorial Candle lit by The Martini Family

Sun, 19 Mar 2017 18:59:53 EDT

The Martini Family

Condolence From Melinda Jones and Family

Sun, 19 Mar 2017 18:21:51 EDT

Sandy, Rikki and Ross my thoughts are with you always. I have been lucky enough to work for Gerry since 1994. (I was 19) I was actually working with Hal, Gloria and Sandy too. Gerry and Sandy are like my second set of parents. I watched both of the kids grow up. I am so thankful for all the opportunities he gave me. Gerry will always hold a special place in my heart. Rikki and Ross he was so proud of you both.

Memorial Candle lit by Pam Curry

Sun, 19 Mar 2017 18:11:14 EDT

Pam Curry

Condolence From Mark W. Roberts

Sun, 19 Mar 2017 16:01:11 EDT

My thoughts and prayers are with the entire Gimelstob family.Gerry was such a proud and excellent leader of his family and his business.I am forever grateful for the opportunities he has given me and so many others.He will be missed each and every day.

Condolence From Nancy Tillack

Sun, 19 Mar 2017 15:40:57 EDT

My thoughts are with you during this difficult time. Gerry was so caring and inspirational to work with for almost 27 wonderful years. I will always have a special place for him in my heart.

Memorial Candle lit by Arnold McDonalds Managers and Crew

Sun, 19 Mar 2017 15:24:47 EDT

Arnold McDonalds Managers and Crew

Memorial Candle lit by The Deitrick Family

Sun, 19 Mar 2017 13:42:49 EDT

The Deitrick Family

Memorial Candle lit by Carol O'Brien

Sun, 19 Mar 2017 13:04:49 EDT

Carol O'Brien

Memorial Candle lit by Randi Ginsburg Elman

Sun, 19 Mar 2017 12:19:10 EDT

Randi Ginsburg Elman

Condolence From Burton

Sun, 19 Mar 2017 12:10:09 EDT

Gerry was so proud every we time we spoke of daughter Rikki accomplishments in her entertainment field and how Ross was doing whether working with boats or whatever Ross did it was no shortcuts but he learned the right way. Gerry and Sandy did just not step into MCDonalds one day they did it the old fashioned way working long and hard hours for Gerry had that same hard working gene as our father. Gerry and I shared a bedroom on Bayview Ave the tenant downstairsd used to think was an earthquake when Gerry would bounce the basketball all hours of the day. Gerry besides being a great husband and father was as good as son to my father and mother as one could ever find. I recall how at Gerry's high school basketball games I would sit with my father and how proud my father was. I also recall how Grandpa would have to pick Gerry up get him to Hebrew School but Grandpa did that for me also that was our Grandpa. Gerry made Grandma Rose happy for he ate what ever was on the table and why not no one cooked like Grandma Rose.. The last conversation Gerry and I had he said I will have to visit mother more though I not knew he was ill he always thinking about mother.. Gerry was born March 3 and I March 4 this past birthday first time we never wished each other happy birthdays yes Gerry and I shared other things in common.. Brother Burton

Memorial Candle lit by Bruce & Debbie

Sun, 19 Mar 2017 12:08:21 EDT

Bruce & Debbie

Memorial Candle lit by Paul and Janis Raffa

Sun, 19 Mar 2017 11:51:12 EDT

Paul and Janis Raffa

Memorial Candle lit by Bay Ridge Mcdonalds Managers And Crew

Sun, 19 Mar 2017 11:37:18 EDT

Bay Ridge Mcdonalds Managers And Crew

Memorial Candle lit by Vivian Warfield

Sun, 19 Mar 2017 10:59:19 EDT

Vivian Warfield

Condolence From YIsrael Ori and P'ninah Miriam Gimbel

Sun, 19 Mar 2017 09:05:32 EDT

BS"D We share in your loss of my cousin Gerry Ben Reuven. Our heart goes out to the whole Gimelstob family and friends. He should have an easy passage to heaven. We can all help him have an easier transition (especially in the first after his passing), by doing any of the following for the elevation of his soul: • learn Torah • give charity • acts of kindness and mitzvas. For more details or questions, please contact your local Chabad Rabbi. We should all be well and only share in happy occasions. With love and sympathy, Yisrael Ori and P'ninah Miriam

Memorial Candle lit by Angelo&Annette Montante

Sun, 19 Mar 2017 08:19:45 EDT

Angelo&Annette Montante

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Sun, 19 Mar 2017 04:08:09 EDT

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Sun, 19 Mar 2017 04:08:09 EDT

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Sat, 18 Mar 2017 18:35:51 EDT

Gerry and Sandy Thank you for everything. I love you both.