Gerry A. Layton, of Middleburgh, passed away peacefully on December 24, 2025.
He was born 71 years ago on April 8, 1954 in Hazen, North Dakota, one of 10 siblings, to Ethel (Skager) and Arnold Layton and graduated from Middleburgh Central School in 1972.
Gerry worked in construction at Three Mile Island in Pennsylvania, also at Skinner Chevrolet in Middleburgh and most recently at Rensselaerville Body Shop. A talented craftsman, Gerry especially enjoyed working with wood, building cabinets, several of which are in his own home.
He also enjoyed repairing small engines and finding treasures at local flea markets.
Loving Gerry forever are his wife of 52 years: Brenda (Hatton) Layton, his sons: David (Rebecca) Layton and Thomas (Kristy) Layton and his grandchildren: Kadan, Kalynn and Collin Layton, all of Middleburgh; his siblings: Rodney, Vivian, Ava, Arla, Doug, Barry and Arna; and many sisters and brothers-in-law and nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents and sisters: Debra and Diane.
A celebration of Gerry’s life will be held privately and his family thanks you for remembering him and them through this time.
Gerry’s family requests memorial donations in his honor be sent to the Marathon For A Better Life, PO Box 268 Warnerville, NY 12187
Please visit www.coltrainfuneralhome.com to share online condolences with Gerry’s family.
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