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Gerald Hedenberg

Gustaf Gerald Hedenberg was called home by his Heavenly Father on Thursday, July 14, 2022. He was 84.

Born in Pottstown, PA. He was a 1955 graduate of the Hershey Industrial School (Milton Hershey School) and served five years in the U. S. Navy. He also held a degree in mechanical engineering. He was a retiree of the AMP Corporation.

A lover of animals, the ocean and all nature, he served as a game warden with the PA Game Commission. He was also employed by the Kennedy Space Center in security.

In 1977 Gerald married Angie Szewczak, who preceded him in death in 2016. He was also preceded in death by his parents Lydia Perillo and Gustaf Hedenberg, as well as his great aunt, Selma Morasco (his Mother who raised him from infancy).

Gerald is survived by his daughters Kathy Schnee and Sharon Beckett, both of Hershey; twelve grandchildren, eleven great-grandchildren; three step daughters; and three step sons.

In lieu of flowers, please consider donations to the ASPCA of your choice.

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