Gerald Henry Sandall, born September 2, 1947, peacefully passed away at home Saturday, December 8 surrounded by his loving wife Lynn, daughters Amber and Cori, and two dogs Zoey and Gracie after a courageous yearlong battle with cancer. Gerry is survived by his wife, daughters, and brothers as well as numerous cousins, nieces and nephews, and other relatives. His brother Evan (Kate) was especially supportive throughout the last year.Born in Yates City, IL to Earnest and Mildred Sandall, he was "mama's boy," the youngest of three boys. Growing up, he played fast and hard with his brothers and friends, running around their small town having the time of their lives. In high school, he enjoyed participating in yearbook, school plays, and basketball. Gerry attended Midstate College in Peoria, IL, earning his Associates degree in Business and Marketing. He then went into the army after college, and spent time on the east coast supporting strategic communications at the Pentagon using his computer and coding skills. After the army, Gerry worked as a project manager consultant for NCR and then for P.A. Bergner's in Peoria. Over his 40-year career, Gerry's strong love of learning was evident, as he took more than 60 continuing education courses related to his professional interests.In 1985, Gerry moved to Wisconsin to work as a project manager for Bergner's/Boston Store, where he met his wife Lynn—although at first, she didn't give him much of a chance. They just celebrated their 30th anniversary this year. He loved his family very much, always quietly supporting and believing in all of us. He was a patient listener and would often help us see and understand a different point of view. He loved reading, crosswords, and spending time with his family. We loved traveling together, whether it was locally or internationally. Our two dogs, Zoey and Gracie, were always a source of entertainment for him; he loved watching what silly things they would do next. He was imaginative, intelligent, and creative, always thinking up new ideas and ways to make us laugh. Gerry was a wonderful, loving father and husband, and he was proud of all of us and always there for us when we needed him.We know it wasn't his choice to leave this way; if it were up to him, he would still be here with us. We want him to know that we love him, we miss him, and we know he is now watching over us— gone but never forgotten. In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation to the Waukesha Public Library by sending a check to the library at 321 Wisconsin Avenue, Waukesha, WI 53186 and writing In Memory of Gerry Sandall in the memo. Gerry was a frequent visitor every few weeks taking new books home to read.Death leaves a heartache no one can heal; Love leaves a memory no one can steal.