Gerry was born in St. John, New Brunswick on March 1st, 1943. He was member of the Royal Canadian Regiment and remustered to the PERI 851 from Glocester Hall in London ON. An excellent vaulter, diver and trampoline performer, he was a star in many displays across Canada including the 1967 Tattoo Gymnastic Team. Gerry retired from the CF while in Chatham NB.