Notes for Michael David Gerking

Family Group Sheet

Notes for Michael David Gerking

Obit
MICHAEL DAVID GERKING

Mike was born on September 6, 1984, in Fresno, CA and passed away on Wednesday, February 22, 2006, at the age of 21. Mike graduated from Buchanan High School in 2003, and attended Fresno City College. He achieved local, state, and national recognition in drama, debate, and improv competitions. At the St. Paul Newman Center Mike deeply impacted many young lives as a teacher, friend, and retreat leader. Mike loved life, music, guitar, photography, film, and most of all, his friends. Mike, a truly gentle soul with an unsurpassed sense of humor, accepted all those who crossed his path with his kind and generous spirit. Mike is survived by his mother and stepfather, Debbie and John Dooley; his father and stepmother, Ray and Lisa Gerking; his brother and sister-in-law, Matt and Lisa Gerking; his grandparents, Gene and Wanda Raineri, and Joy Gerking; four step siblings, numerous aunts and uncles, cousins, and countless, cherished friends. A Mass celebrating Mike's life will be held at St. Paul Newman Center, 1572 E. Barstow Ave., on Thursday, March 2, 2006, 1:00 p.m. In memory of Mike's stewardship, remembrances may be made to Habitat for Humanity, 2219 San Joaquin, Fresno, CA. 93721. FAREWELL660 W. Locust (559)440-0484