Obituary: Gerald Joseph Meagher, 80, of Brookfield

Information and Photo Courtesy Green Funeral Home

DANBURY, CT — Gerald Joseph Meagher, age 80, of Brookfield, Connecticut passed away peacefully on Thursday November 29, 2018. Gerald was born to Jeremiah and Nellie Meagher on April 23, 1938 in the Bronx, New York.

Jerry grew up in the Bronx, New York and graduated from Cardinal Hayes High School where he exceled as captain of the track team. Post graduation Jerry met his love of 60 years Madeline See who he married in 1958. Jerry went on to obtain a career at the New York City Transit Authority as Superintendent for over 20 years.

All who knew Jerry knew that he was a fierce competitor in handball, racquet ball and many other sports. Jerry was an avid swimmer, reader, boat enthusiast and over all sports fan. One of Jerry's proudest accomplishments in sports was winning 1st place in New Rochelle Handball Tournament at the New Rochelle YMCA which was published in the local newspaper. Jerry enjoyed time spent at the YMCA of New Rochelle and as well as the YMCA of Brookfield. Jerry's greatest passion was his family and enjoyed all time that was spent with them on Candlewood Lake and William E. Wolfe Park.

Gerald is predeceased in life by his daughter Julie, his parents and his brothers Donald, Stephen and Raymond.

Jerry is survived by his loving wife Madeline (See) Meagher, his daughter Catherine husband G. Joseph Costella. Jerry is also survived by his admired grandchildren Christopher and wife Amanda, Matthew and Julie Costella. In addition he Jerry leaves behind his beloved great-grandson Nicholas Matthew.

Family and friends are encouraged to call to Green Funeral Home on Sunday December 02, 2018 from 5:00 to 7:00 pm. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at St. Marguerite Bourgeoy's Church on December 03, 2018 at 10:00 am. A burial will take place immediately following at Gate of Heaven Cemetery in Valhalla, New York.

In lieu of flowers donations and contributions can be made to The Regional Hospice of Western CT, 30 Milestone Road Danbury, CT 06810. Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.thegreenfuneralhome.com for the Meagher family.