Gerald Elmendorf

Danville - Gerald LeRoy Elmendorf, Sr., 72, of Danville passed away at 6:50 pm on April 25, 2018 at the VA Illiana Health Care System in Danville, IL Gerald was born on August 12, 1945 in Danville, IL and raised the son of Edward and Carmel (Hancock) Elmendorf. Gerald married Georganne Batuello on February 13, 1979 in Romeoville, IL and she survives. Survivors include his wife; Georganne of Danville, IL, seven sons; Michael (Michelle) Elmendorf of Danville, Gerald L. (Jessica) Elmendorf, Jr., of Mattoon, IL, John (Patti) Jansky of Danville, IL, Jacob Jansky of Danville, IL, Jim (Laura) Jansky of Mesquite, TX, Ken (Tracie) Elmendorf of Maryville, TN, and Scott (Julie) Elmendorf of Knoxville, TN, one brother; Dan Reeder of Danville, IL, as well as 15 grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. Gerald is preceded in death by his parents and one brother; Kevin Cole. Gerald served in the United States Army from August 30, 1966 until August 29, 1972. He was a Dispatcher for Danville School District 118 School Bus Service. Gerald enjoyed spending his free time golfing, woodworking, bowling and building models, especially models of ships. Gerald loved his family and instilled a strong work ethic in his children. A Celebration of Life Service will be held at 10:00 AM on Wednesday May 2, 2018 at the VA Illiana Health Care System Chapel at 1900 East Main Street Danville, IL. Sunset Funeral Home and Cremation Center, 3940 N. Vermilion Street, Danville, IL is assisting Gerald's family with arrangements. Chaplain Ron Ziemer will officiate. Burial will be in Danville National Cemetery with Military Rites accorded by American Legion Post 210. Please join Gerald's family in sharing memories, photos, and videos on his tribute wall at www.sunsetfuneralhome.com.