Mr. Gerald R. Paddock, 68, of Milford MA, died Sunday (November 22, 2020) at his residence after an illness. He was the beloved husband of Jeanne T. (Navin) Paddock.

Gerald was born in Plainfield NJ, the son of the late Robert A. and the late Barbara J. (Browne) Paddock. He was a graduate of Scotch Plains Fanwood High School in Scotch Plains NJ, Class of 1970. He was also a graduate of Ball State, Class of 1974.

Gerald had been a resident of Milford MA since 1986. He was a longtime employee of ATS Cases Inc., located in Northborough MA, where he worked from 1980 to 2020, including as General Manager.

Gerald loved cooking and loved making a meal with a drink and sharing it with his family & friends. He was a Formula One racing car sports fan who loved to construct model cars & boats. Stuart Woods was his favorite author.

Gerald had a passion for music and he loved playing music with his former band. His love & passion for playing guitar & for music gave him an opportunity to spend time with his family & friends. His favorite past-time was spending time with his beloved family.

Along with his beloved wife of 39 years, he is survived by his 2 sons: Steven Paddock and his wife Elizabeth of Sudbury MA and Michael Paddock and his partner Geoffrey Miller of Milford CT; his 2 grandchildren: Owen Paddock and Kiera Paddock; his 1 sister: Patricia Pike of Bee Branch AR; also 1 nephew & 3 nieces.

In accordance with his wishes cremation will take place and funeral services will be private. There are no visiting hours. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Edwards Memorial Funeral Home, 44 Congress Street, Milford MA.

Memorial donations may be made to the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute at Milford Regional Medical Center, c/o Milford Regional Healthcare Foundation, 14 Prospect Street, Milford MA 01757.