Gerald Trudell

Gerry graduated from Saranac Lake Central High School in 1977 and enlisted in the United States Army, graduating from basic training at Fort McClellan in 1978. He served for 3 years as a military police officer stationed in Frankfurt, Germany.

Gerry acquired a love for hockey early on by watching “Hockey Night in Canada” on CBC every Wednesday and Saturday night. Growing up, he nurtured his passion for the sport by playing in all levels of youth hockey in Saranac Lake from Squirts to Bantam. Gerry continued to play hockey into adulthood with friends and teammates all around the Capital District and Saratoga area. He passed on his love of hockey to his son, Ben, coaching for his youth teams and building a backyard ice rink every winter. He was an avid New York Rangers fan and enjoyed being outdoors camping, fishing, canoeing, hiking, biking and skiing.

Gerry met his partner, Brenda, in 1991 through work at Reliable Racing and they bonded over their love of dogs and outdoor recreation. During their 34-year relationship, they lived in Gansevoort until 2018 when they moved to Queensbury. Gerry’s proudest role was as a father to Ben, Chris, Jenn and their many dogs: Spike, Smoky, Tilly, Charlie, Griffin, Riley and Bodhie.

Gerry is survived by his partner, Brenda Stark; son, Benjamin Trudell (Kelsey) and granddogs Zuke and Mooney; daughter, Jennifer Comisky; son, Christopher Comisky (Kimberly); and Grandchildren, Abigail, Avery and Charlotte. He is also survived by a number of his siblings, Anne Trudell (Raymond Houle), Mark Trudell (Donna Perry), Philip Trudell (Donna), Jeanne Fischer (Clay), Stephen Trudell (Irene), Carol Green, Paul Trudell (Jody) and Eric Trudell; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Gerry was predeceased by his parents, Roy and Margaret Trudell; sister, Lillian Wellman; and several aunts and uncles.

Gerry’s family would like to extend their deepest gratitude to the nurses and doctors from Glens Falls Hospital’s second, fifth and sixth floors and the incredible team at High Peaks Hospice for their patience, care and support during this difficult time.

Visitation will be Thursday, July 17, from noon to 1 p.m. at Baker Funeral Home in Queensbury, followed by a Military Honor Guard memorial service at Saratoga National Cemetery. A Celebration of Life is being held on Sunday, Sept. 7, at Moreau Lake State Park Fernwood Pavilion starting at noon.

In lieu of flowers, donations in Gerry’s memory can be made to the Northeast Pyr Rescue: PO Box 704, Lee, MA 01238 or the American Heart Association, 4 Atrium Dr. #100, Albany, NY 12205 Condolences floral arrangements may be sent directly to Baker Funeral Home, 11 Lafayette St., Queensbury, NY 12804, or through bakerfuneralhome.com.