Gerald R. Huss, proud veteran
Gerald R. Huss, 74, of Lewes, passed away tragically Saturday, Dec. 24, 2022, in Lewes. He was born March 25, 1948, in Tiffin, Ohio, son of the late Oswald and Bernadine (Elchert) Huss.
Gerald built an illustrious career in IT, working for such agencies as the Pentagon, U.S. Treasury Department, U.S. Information Agency, and various other government and private computer service companies. He was a proud veteran and honorably served in the U.S. Air Force. Gerald was an avid traveler, enjoyed playing golf and many family games, and had a particular fondness for British television shows. He was also a member of the Elks Club. Above all, Gerald cherished time spent with those he held most dear. He was a caring and dedicated husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend. Loved by many, he will be genuinely missed by all who had the good fortune to know him.
In addition to his parents, Gerald was preceded in death by his daughter Jessica Guida; his granddaughter Jovie Wright; and his sisters Sharon Reis and Joanne Reinhart. He is survived by his beloved wife, Debra Huss of Lewes; his sons: Ryan Huss (Stephanie) of Claymont and Vincent Guida (Rebecca) of Downingtown, Pa.; his son-in-law, Jason Wright of Temple, Pa.; his grandchildren: Christian Guida and Cole Wright, both of Temple; his siblings: Annetta Mathias of Alvada, Ohio, Lois Camper of Apache Junction, Ariz., and Thomas Reis of Tiffin, Ohio; and his many nieces and nephews.
A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m., Saturday, Jan. 21, at Bethel United Methodist Church, 129 W. 4th St., Lewes, where friends may visit beginning at 10 a.m.
All who are unable to attend the service in person are invited to join via livestream by visiting: youtu.be/dslmkp0_Mjg.
Interment will take place at 11 a.m., Monday, Jan. 23, at Delaware Veterans Memorial Cemetery, 26669 Patriots Way, Millsboro.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Parsell Funeral Homes & Crematorium, Atkins-Lodge Chapel, Lewes.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to gofundme.com/f/jessica-guida-jovie-wright.
Visit Mr. Huss’ Life Memorial webpage and sign his virtual guestbook at parsellfuneralhomes.com.
