Gerald Lee "Jerry" Elliott, 84, of Hermitage died Saturday morning, November 25, 2023, in UPMC Jameson Hospital, New Castle.

Mr. Elliott was born October 29, 1939, in Sharon, a son of the late James and Anna Elliott, and was a 1957 graduate of Hickory High School, Hermitage.

A proud veteran, Jerry honorably served in the 18th Airborne Signal Corp. of the U.S. Army.

He retired as a foreman from Wheatland Tube, where he had worked for more than 20 years. He was previously employed by National Castings, Sharon, and Masury Steel, Masury, OH.

Jerry was an active member of the Church of Notre Dame, Hermitage, where he served as an Usher.

An avid fisherman, he also enjoyed hunting, cycling, and slow-pitch softball earlier in his life.

His beloved wife of 58 years, Margaret M. "Peggy" (Kerins) Elliott, whom he married August 8, 1964, preceded him in death October 19, 2022.

Jerry is survived by two sons, Jay Elliott (Jennifer), Alexandria, VA, and Chris Elliott (Kristy), Hermitage; four grandchildren, Teague, Maiya, Ali, and Christopher Elliott.

In addition to his wife and parents, Jerry was preceded in death by three brothers, Bill, Roy, and Jim Elliott; and two sisters, Alice Burrows and Dorothy Sagenich.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be directed to the Shenango Valley Animal Shelter, 2599 Broadway Rd., Hermitage, PA 16148; or a local animal advocacy center of the donor's choice.

Visitation will be held from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Thursday (11-30-23) in the Church of Notre Dame, 2325 Highland Rd., Hermitage.

Mass of Christian Burial will be immediately following at 11:30 a.m. Thursday, in the church, with Rev. Richard Allen, as celebrant.

Interment: St. Mary Cemetery, Hermitage.