Gerald P. Galo, 72, of New Kensington, left this world on Saturday, December 24, 2022. He was born August 7, 1950, in New Kensington, to the late Gerald V. and Fredia Galo. Gerald had worked for over 30 years for the Commonwealth of PA as a Roofer/Tinner and for 24 years on active duty with the Army and Reserves with the 307th M.P. Comp., achieving the rank of E-7, Sergeant-First Class. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother Jack. Gerald is survived by his wife of 52 years, Debbie L. (Hooks) Galo; children, Paula J. (Dan) Slarb, of Ashland Ohio, Gerald R. Galo, of Sallisaw, Oklahoma, and Scott W. (Michelle) Galo, of New Kensington; 2 brother, Roger (Debbie) Galo, of Elkins Park, and Andrew Galo, of Butler; and 5 grandchildren.

As per Gerald wishes, all services were private and entrusted to the Joseph J. Cardaro Funeral Home, New Kensington, 724-337-3325. www.cardarofuneralhome.com