It is with great sadness I announce the passing of my twin brother, Gerald Paul “Jerry” Puchta, 63, of Woonsocket on May 30, 2024 at home after a short illness.
Jerry was born on February 19, 1961 in Woonsocket a son of the late Walter Puchta and Muriel (Hetu) Puchta. Jerry was a graduate of Woonsocket High school with the class of 1980 and remained a lifelong resident of the city. Jerry was employed with several local businesses in the greater Woonsocket area before retiring. Jerry was a very private man who worked hard and excelled at whatever job he held. He worked for CVS and held many other positions usually earning loyalty and achievement awards for his dedication.
Jerry was a collector of nostalgic memorabilia. He really enjoyed collecting things important to him. He would locate his treasures at yard sales, Savers and through the close relationships he built and held dearly.
In his younger years Jerry was a noted athlete. He was an effective pitcher on the baseball field and a good solid and steady force on the basketball court.
Jerry had a special soft spot in his heart for animals.
Jerry is survived by his brother James “Jim” Puchta of Woonsocket. He was predeceased by his parents Walter and Muriel (Hetu) Puchta and our brothers David Wayne Puchta and our older brother Robert Walter Puchta. Jerry is also survived by many awesome nieces, nephews and cousins.
I wish I had been closer to all of them. In 5 years I lost them all without really knowing who they were inside. Don’t make the same mistake! I know they’re a family again in heaven, waiting for me.
All are invited to a Service of Farewell which will be held at St. Jean Baptiste Cemetery in Bellingham on Saturday July 13, 2024 at 10:00 am where he will be laid to rest with the rest of my family at their earthly resting place. Please join me to temporally say farewell to my brother Jerry.
“Amen……James “Jim” Puchta
Arrangements are in care of the Menard-Lacouture Funeral Home, 127 Carrington Ave. Woonsocket.
www.menardfuneralhome.com