Gerald C. Fleisher

Gerald C. “Jerry” Fleisher, age 86 passed away January 19, 2021 at ManorCare Carlisle. Born on September 18, 1934 in Lewistown, he was the son of the late George A. and Ledith M. (Wagner) Fleisher. On September 14, 1966, Jerry was married to Nancy (Ard) Schlegel with whom he was blessed to share 43 years of marriage. His beloved wife preceded him on May 14, 2009.
Jerry is survived by his stepdaughter, Connie (Richard) Huber, Mechanicsburg, and stepson Rodney (Michele Mardis) Schlegel, Peach Bottom, PA. Five step grandchildren, Trisha Huber Groce of Lewistown, Ashley Huber of Mamaroneck, NY, Troy Schlegel of Sunbury, Justin (Jennifer) Schlegel of Holland, and Kathy Schlegel of Camp Hill, PA and six great step grandchildren. His brother Richard “Dick” (Judy) Fleisher of York survives him. He was preceded in death by his stepson, Douglas E. Schlegel and a sister, Phyllis Fleisher Page.
Jerry served in the U.S. Army. He worked in his vending machine business prior to the flood of 1972 and then he was employed as a laborer. He enjoyed sports, especially baseball, and attending his step grandson’s games.
Graveside services will be held at a later date in New Church Hill Cemetery, Old Port, PA with Pastor Randy Traxler officiating.
In lieu of flowers, please consider a contribution in Jerry’s memory to the Alzheimer’s Association.
Arrangements have been entrusted to the Hoffman Funeral Home and Crematory, Carlisle, PA
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