Obituary of Gerald Dallas Polei

Gerald Dallas Polei

(August 4, 1945 - December 11, 2019)

Gerald Polei, former teacher and small business owner, resident of Camrose, Alberta died peacefully at St. Mary’s Hospital on December 11, 2019 at the age of 74.

He is survived by his wife Linda; children Paul (Jessica), Michelle (Marco) Dias, and Ryan; grandchildren Justin, Tyler, Sam, Brooklyn, and Dylan. He is also survived by his sister Leona (John) Duffy; brother Dallas (Lorraine); and numerous nieces and nephews. Gerry was predeceased by his parents Annie and Paul; brother Leonard and his wife Arlene; nephew Kevin Polei; and nieces Shauna Mercier and Debbie Adam.
Gerry was born on August 4, 1945, to Paul and Annie Polei and raised on a farm near Millet with brothers Leonard, Dallas and sister Leona. He graduated from U of A with a degree in Education, taught many years in Winfield and Warburg, after which he started his own business. On May 20, 1967, Gerry married his college sweetheart. In 1971, 1973, and 1976, he welcomed his three children who were the most important part of his life.

Gerry was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather. He enjoyed reading, nature and traveling. He also loved his sports, playing from a young age to watching his children and grandchildren playing the sports they love. Gerry was a problem solver. There was no problem too big or too small that he wouldn’t try to solve to help others. He will be deeply missed by family, friends, and all who knew him. He was a good guy!
 

A Funeral Service was held at 1:00 p.m, Friday, December 20, 2019 from the Scandia Lutheran Church, Box 27 Armena with Pastor Norm Lentz officiating.

In lieu of flowers, if family and friends so desire, memorial contributions in Gerald's memory may be made to the Scandia Lutheran Church or to St. Mary's Hospital.