Gerard "Gerry" Joseph Maraghy Orange Park, Florida Obituary

Gerard "Gerry" Joseph Maraghy

<p>Gerard "Gerry" Joseph Maraghy, 66, died Sunday March 12, in the&nbsp;afternoon following cardiac arrest at Orange Park Medical Center.</p><p><br></p><p>The retired history school teacher is survived by his wife, Mary, daughter Nichole, son Brady and grandson Haskell. Sister Louise, brothers Pat, Mike and Paul.</p><p><br></p><p>Gerry’s health issues began when he broke his back working for FEC Railroad. He then used his JU history degree and became a social studies teacher. He was Teacher of the Year at Northwestern Middle School. He taught 20 years at Westside High where he was especially known for being cheerful in the morning. He was incredibly loyal, loved the New England Patriots, all teams Boston, and most of all he loved his family.</p><p><br></p><p>To remember Gerry, there will be a celebration of life&nbsp;Friday, March 17th, at 11AM; starting at 10AM, it will be open for visiting with the family. The service will be held at The Church at Argyle, 6823 Argyle Forrest Blvd. Jacksonville, FL 32244.</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><br></p>
December 7, 1956 - March 12, 202312/07/195603/12/2023
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Theresa Singleton
March 20, 2023
Q: What will you never forget about Gerard "Gerry"?

A: I’ll never forget your obsession with the patriots just like I will never forget the kind man you were. You really made a difference in so many of your students life. I know that you made an ... Continue Reading
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Anonymous
March 18, 2023
We are incredibly saddened to hear about Gerry's passing. We wish you peace and comfort during this difficult time. Love, Sean and Romina Roddy
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Clay Smith
March 17, 2023
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Richard Rooker
March 17, 2023
We shared some good times teaching
at Forrest High. The Kids knew you were a good teacher and always spoke well of you. They may not remember what you said. They may not remember what you did. But they will never forget how you made them feel. Rest in Peace Gerry. Cond... Continue Reading
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Joan Blake, Gayle Blake and Debbie Brown
March 16, 2023
I am so sorry for your loss our thoughts and prayers are with the family.
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Love, Pat, Grace, Meghan, and Sean
March 15, 2023
With deepest sympathy to Mary, Nichole and Brady. Gerry was greatly love and will be dearly missed.
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Susan Protting Ravn
March 14, 2023
Nichole, Mary, Brady and all, you are in the my prayers daily. -Such a great dad and husband it seems through Nichole McCulley Nichole's words at Bent Creek when I was there with son Zachary Logan and Greg, my husband. Heaven just gained your angel 😇.
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Diane Ruth
March 14, 2023
Mary, Nichole and Brady, holding you all in my heart and in my prayers. My deepest sympathies. Diane Ruth (Delaware).
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Will, Deanna, Nolan & Dillon McCormick
March 14, 2023
We are thinking of you during this difficult time
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Hunter Hicks
March 14, 2023
He was an awesome teacher when I attended Forrest High School in 2014. You will never be forgotten. I’ll keep your family in my prayers.

Sincerely, Hunter
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