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Gerald Shedd Obituary

Gerald K. Shedd, 79, of West Haven, passed away peacefully on April 5, 2025. He was born on August 21, 1945, in New Haven, to Duane G. and June P. Shedd. He was predeceased by his beloved wife, Patricia Bates Shedd. Gerald is survived by his brother Duane Shedd of Hamden, and his sister Tracey (James) Maher of West Haven. He will be dearly missed by his niece Kelly Maher and nephews Bryan Maher of West Haven, Christian (Melanie) Shedd of North Haven, and Ian (Stephanie) Shedd of Silver Spring, MD. He also leaves behind his cherished great-nephews Michael Maher and Demetri Shedd, as well as his great-niece Juliana. Gerald was a man with a deep passion for music and art, which brought him joy throughout his life. His creativity, warmth, and kindness will be remembered by all who knew him. Arrangements were entrusted to West Haven Funeral Home at the Green. Calling hours will be held on Wednesday, April 9th, from three to six o'clock. Interment will be private. To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Gerald K. Shedd, please visit our floral store.

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Published by WFSB on Apr. 6, 2025.

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Fred Salvati

April 15, 2025

Gerry and I were classmates from elementary school through high school. He was an amazing human far too smart, creative and restless to be contained by a town like East Haven. Consequently the question frequently asked among our friends was "where the hell is Gerry." Whether playing flute in a jazz club in NYC, panning for gold in Northern Cali, or working in a head shop in Haight Ashbury you never knew where ! A most amazing talented soul ! RIP MY friend! Fred Salvati

Linda Sheehan

April 7, 2025

Tracey....so sorry for your loss.

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