77, passed away on May 4, 2020 at his Spring Hill, Florida home with his loving wife by his side.

Ed was born July 17, 1942, in Ceylon, Ohio to Edward and Mary Gerlach. He grew up in Versailles, Ohio and after graduating high school, he served 7 years in the United States
Navy. He met his wife, Rosalie Wabbersen, in Tarpon Springs, Florida, and moved back to Ohio to attend Miami University. After the birth of their first son, in 1968, they moved back to Florida. He worked as a Prudential agent for 20 years.

Ed is survived by his wife of 53 years, Rosalie Gerlach; his sons, Thomas and Mathew Gerlach; and his grandchildren, Noah, Cohen, and Korrina Gerlach; his brothers, Thomas and Joseph Gerlach; and his sister, Martha Brimhall. He is preceded in death by his brother, Robert Gerlach.

Ed was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather. He was extremely proud of his three grandchildren and loved spending time with them. Ed was a devout Catholic and attended services regularly at Saint Mary, Our Lady of Sorrows. He will be remembered for his wonderful sense of humor and ability to make people smile. He will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him.

A celebration of life will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, the family is requesting that donations be made in memory of Edward A. Gerlach to HPH Hospice.