Gerard Lissner
Gerard Lissner
Gerard Lissner
Gerard Lissner
Gerard Lissner
Gerard Lissner

Obituary of Gerard Julius Lissner

Gerard Julius Lissner (Jerry) passed away with his loving wife by his side on August 14, 2021. Jerry was born on June 15, 1926 in the Bronx, New York. He is survived by his wife of 51 years, Sandee; his children Mike, Mark, Marita (Scott), Matt (Joanne), Jenn (Kyle), Tracey (Jon) and Jay; his grandchildren Brittny, Christian, Cora, Iris, Marin, Maggie and LeeLee and 2 great grandchildren Zoe and Isaac. He is preceded in death by his parents Julius and Theresa Lissner, his brother John and his sisters Rita and Mary. Jerry attended Iona Prep and Iona College where he played football, baseball and ran track. He joined the Army in 1945, following in the footsteps of his brother and becoming a paratrooper. He worked for Arrow Shirts for 35 years and then spent his time enjoying golf, travel, friends and family. He will be forever remembered for his infectious smile, ability to talk to anyone and make them feel like they were important, his stories, his deep connection to the Catholic Church and being the life of the party. Visitation will be at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church in Queen Creek, AZ from 10-11am immediately followed by Mass. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to Hospice of the Valley or the Father McGivney Food Bank at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church.
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Saturday
21
August

Service

11:00 am
Saturday, August 21, 2021
Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church Queen Creek
20615 E Ocotillo Rd
QUEEN CREEK, Arizona, United States
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