Keinath, Gerald A.

Saginaw, MI formerly of Frankenmuth, MI

Passed away Saturday, July 13, 2019 after a short illness at Medilodge of Midland; age 68 years.  Gerald Keinath was born on October 24, 1950 in Saginaw, MI to the late Elmer and Gloria (Schmitzer) Keinath. Gerald liked listening to polka music especially Marv Herzog. He enjoyed attending Guardian Angels with his friends, doing arts and crafts, and being by the water. Everywhere he went he made friends.

Gerald leaves two brothers, Robert and Dale, of Saginaw MI and extended family including his cousin and guardian, Ed (Pat) Roedel of Frankenmuth. Also, his special caregiver Reitus Wilson of Saginaw, who encouraged Gerald and his brothers to live their lives to the fullest.

Gerald was preceded in death by his parents and his brother Ronald Keinath.

Funeral services will take place on Wednesday, July 17, 2019 at 10:15 a.m. at Cederberg Funeral Home of Frankenmuth, 590 N. Franklin St. and 11:00 a.m. at St. Lorenz Lutheran Church.  Rev. Shawn Fenske will officiate with burial between services in St. Lorenz Lutheran Cemetery.  Gerald's family will receive visitors at the funeral home on Tuesday from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. and on Wednesday from 9:30 a.m. until the time of the 10:15 a.m. service. In lieu of flowers, please make a contribution to your favorite charity.