Gerard "Jerry" Trapani

Gerard C. Trapani, lovingly known as “Jerry,” passed away peacefully on May 22, 2026, at the age of 68, just one day shy of his 69th birthday.

Jerry was a man of many passions and talents. He dedicated many years of service to WHEC-TV Channel 10, where he built lasting friendships and touched the lives of many coworkers throughout his career.

A lifelong lover of film, Jerry especially enjoyed classic monster movies like Frankenstein, along with comedy and action films. He had a deep appreciation for music and was gifted in playing several instruments, though the guitar was always his favorite.

Jerry was also deeply devoted to martial arts. A respected Sifu in Wing Chun, he studied and practiced several forms of martial arts throughout his life, sharing his knowledge and discipline with others. When he wasn’t immersed in music or martial arts, he could often be found reminiscing his younger days of the open roads on his beloved Harley-Davidson motorcycle.

Jerry was predeceased by his father, Salvatore Trapani.

He is survived by his loving wife of 43 years, Eileen Trapani; his mother, Gloria Trapani; his brother, Sam (Carol) Trapani; and his children, Christopher (Lona) Spatula, JoAnne (David) Ford, Karen Spatula, and Jason (Emily) Trapani.

Jerry was a proud grandfather to Anthony, Ariana, Francine, Angelina, Ashlee, Krystin, Leaha, Hannah, Alexandria, Andrew, and Zeth; and a cherished great-grandfather to Kayden, Adeline, Giancarlo, Wyatt, Vincent, Elianna, Dawson, Theodore, and Sophia.

Family and friends are welcome to attend a Mass in Jerry’s honor on Saturday, June 6, 2026, at 10:30 a.m. at Holy Trinity Church. A luncheon will immediately follow at Bill Gray’s.

Jerry will be remembered for his strength, talent, humor, wisdom, and the love he shared with his family and friends. His memory will live on in all who knew and loved him.