Theresa (Martin) Gereg

Past Brookfield Delegate To Candlewood Lake Authority

Theresa (Martin) Gereg of Danbury, formerly of Candlewood Orchards, Brookfield, died January 19 at Danbury Hospital, surrounded by her family.

Mrs Gereg is survived by her daughter, Brenda Gereg Aurelia and her husband, John Aurelia, Jr, of Newtown; her son, Alan P. Gereg, Jr, of New Milford; her brother, William L. Martin of Brookfield; two grandsons, Michael and Daniel Aurelia of Newtown; and her niece, Colleen Martins of Brookfield. She is also survived by a great-niece, Corrine Martins; and two great-nephews, Carlos Martins, Jr, and Connor Martins, all of Brookfield. Mrs Gereg was also predeceased by her youngest daughter, Melissa Gereg, in 1999.

Mrs Gereg was born in Danbury, daughter Mary (Dellott) Martin and William Martin. She graduated from St Peter’s School and Danbury High School where she was the majorette for the marching band. She married her husband, Alan P. Gereg, in 1956. He predeceased her in 1995.

She began her career in banking at City National Bank in the trust department; she later worked for Union Savings Bank and served as assistant treasurer until her retirement in 1993 after 20 years of service.

Terry, as she was affectionately referred to, was a past Brookfield Delegate to the Candlewood Lake Authority where she held the position of treasurer until her retirement in 2003. She enjoyed cruising the waters of Lake Candlewood with her family, traveling throughout New England and Florida by car, and watching UConn Huskies basketball games. She spent much time with friends and family members who would visit her often in her later years.

The family would like to thank the nursing staff at Danbury Hospital ICU, including John, Jane, and Kerry, who ensured Mrs Gereg’s comfort in her final hours. Their proficiency and compassion are unsurpassed and will not be forgotten.

Funeral services took place Thursday, January 25, at St Marguerite Bourgeouys Church, Brookfield. Burial followed in St Peter’s Cemetery.

Green Funeral Home, Main Street, Danbury, was in charge of arrangements.

Memorial contributions may be made to St Marguerite Bourgeouys Church, 138 Candlewood Lake Road, Brookfield CT 06804.

The Newtown Bee        January 26, 2007