Gerald L. Andrus, beloved husband, father and grandfather

BOLIVAR — Gerald L. Andrus, of Bolivar, passed away peacefully after an extended illness on Wednesday (April 8, 2026), surrounded by his loving family.

Gerald was born in Clarksville on Feb. 12, 1939, the son of the late John and Pauline Andrus. On Dec. 16, 1963, in Elizabeth City, N.C., he married his true love, the former Rita McKenzie, who survives.

A graduate of Richburg Central School, he furthered his education at the Rochester Institute of Technology. Gerald joined the U.S. Marine Corps and served honorably as a corporal.

After his service in the USMC, he worked for Dresser Rand as a draftsman until his retirement.

Gerald’s faith was important to him; he was a faithful member of the Portville Baptist Church, and later of the West Clarksville Baptist Church.

Gerald is survived by his loving wife of 62 years, Rita; his children, Debra (Nick) Prozeller, Jody (Keith) Hudak, Robert Andrus, Brenda Andrus and James (Charis) Andrus; his grandchildren, David Prozeller, Amanda Prozeller Hall, Nicholas Prozeller, Marcus Prozeller, Candace Hudak Loftis, Cody Hudak, Cal Hudak, Steven Andrus, Cedar Andrus and River Andrus; 10 great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild.

He was predeceased by his parents, John and Pauline; a sister, Helen Casler; and a brother, John Andrus.

A memorial service in Gerald’s honor will be held at a later date and time to be announced.

Memorials, if desired, may be made to the West Clarksville Baptist Church, 9003 Daggett Hollow Road, Bolivar, NY 14715.

Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Guenther Funeral Home, Inc., 1303 E. State St., Olean.

Online condolences can be expressed at www.guentherfh.com.