Gerald J. Bless, 84

Gerald J. Bless, 84, of St. Johns, FL passed away Friday, June 19, 2026.  He was a US Navy veteran, as well as an ironworker before becoming the owner and operator of his own fence contracting business in Boca Raton, FL.

Gerald was preceded in death by his parents, William Bless and Dorothy Bunte Bless; brother, William Bless; and sister, Lori Okie.  He is survived by his beloved wife of 57 years, Kathleen Smith Bless; his son, Sean Bless (Sheri); grandchildren, Kyler Bless (Kaitlyn), Kaley Lennox (Ethan), and Brady C. Bless; brothers, Richard Bless and Wayne Bless; as well as many nieces and nephews.

A memorial service will be held at a later date.

Arrangements are under the care of Russell Haven of Rest Cemetery, Funeral Home and Cremation Center, 2335 Sandridge Road, Green Cove Springs, FL  32043.  Family and friends may share their condolences at: www.RHRFH.com 904-284-7720