Gerald Wayne Gadd, age 76, of Mannford, passed away on Friday, October 19, 2012 at Hillcrest Medical Center, Tulsa. He was born on September 16, 1936 in Oklahoma City to George Thomas and Ann (Beale) Gadd. He was a retired electrical contractor. He loved woodworking, fishing and tinkering around with things. He attended two years of college. He served his country in the 82nd Airborne U.S. Army. He was a Baptist by faith. He lived in this community for 40 yrs.

He is survived by his wife, Charlotte (Smith) Gadd of the home; son, Charles (Topper) and Sara Gadd of Sapulpa; three step-daughters, Debra Sewell, Laura Osburn and Jerri Duttan; eight grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren.

He is preceded in death by his parents, George Thomas and Ann Gadd.

Funeral services have been set for 10:30 a.m. on Wednesday, October 24, 2012 at Smith Funeral Chapel, Sapulpa. Officiating will be the Reverend Curtis Martin.

Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Smith Funeral Home, Sapulpa.