Gerald J. Carlin, 76, of Galion, died Friday, May 9, 2014 at his home after a long illness.
Gerald was born in Galion on August 6, 1937 to the late William and Wanita (Shaffer) Carlin.
Gerald was employed for the last 20 years at Meijers in Marion where he worked as a stock person. He was a graduate of Galion High School and he served in the U. S. Army. He was proud of his family, particularly his nieces and nephews. He loved animals, especially dogs.
He is survived by his sister Phyllis Farley of Iberia, his sister-in-law Louise Carlin of Galion, and numerous nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother Richard Carlin.
The Mark A. Schneider Funeral Home, Galion is honored to serve the Carlin family. A memorial service will be held at a later date with burial to follow in Iberia Cemetery, Iberia.
Memorial contributions may be made to the family in care of the funeral home.
Online condolences may be made to the family at masfh.com
