Joseph John Gerschaneck

Joseph John Gerschaneck, 95, of Sanford, FL (formerly of Maryland), passed away on July 26, 2020 in Orlando, FL. Born on October 25, 1924 in the Bronx, NY, he was the son of the late Jacob Gerschaneck and Julia Quinn Gerschaneck. He was the beloved husband of Phyllis Baldi Gerschaneck, who passed away in 2009.

At the age of 18, Joseph proudly enlisted and served in the U. S. Army during World War II as a combat engineer in France and Germany. Shortly after returning to the United States, he worked at the War Assets Administration for awhile before beginning a very lengthy career as a letter carrier for the U. S. Postal Service, from which he retired after almost 42 years of service. He was very much a people person with an amazing sense of humor that he shared with anyone who would listen. He loved animals, reading, music, playing cards, board games and any opportunity to dance.
Above all, he loved his family, his country and God.

Surviving him are daughters Susan M. Kenney (John) and Laura J. Golaboff (John), grandchildren Neal, Pamela, Daniel and Matthew, along with great-grandchildren Jackson and Tanner. He is also survived by brother Alexander Gershaneck of California and was predeceased by brother Harold Gershaneck of Vermont.

A private funeral service and interment will take place in Maryland, where he will forever rest in peace with his wife of 59 years, Phyllis.

In lieu of flowers, please make donations in Joseph's name to the Wounded Warrior Project or Disabled American Veterans.