Gerald Thomas “Jerry” Kotenko, 75, of Annville, died Saturday, Oct. 31, 2020, at the Lebanon Valley Home.
Born in Detroit, Michigan on Nov. 3, 1944, he was the son of the late Frederick P. and Margaret (Shepard) Kotenko. Jerry worked in horse racing as a Thoroughbred Jockey, and he raced into his 50’s. He shared the love of fishing with his brothers, Bob and Fred. When together, they always enjoyed each other’s company. He loved to travel within the United States, especially visiting his daughter, Angie, in California. Jerry enjoyed spending time with his daughter, Susan, and her family. He especially liked playing with his grandchildren when they were young.
Surviving are daughters, Susan M. Malampy, wife of Christopher, of Chester Springs, PA, Angela M. Siegel, wife of Alan, of Kelseyville, CA; grandchildren, Lauren, Rachel, and Christopher Malampy; an identical twin brother, Robert S. Kotenko, husband of Kathy, of Palmyra; and two nephews and a niece. He was preceded in death by a brother, Frederick C. Kotenko.
Services will be held at the convenience of the family.