Paul Raymond Gertsch, 89, of Greenfield, passed away, Friday, October 30, 2009 at Salinas Valley Memorial Hospital in Salinas.

Paul was born May 26, 1920 in Olney, IL. He loved his family and his family loved him.

He is survived by his wife of 64 years, Alberta; his son, Raymond (Anita) Gertsch; his daughters, Darlynn (Chris) McCoy and Diana (Ray) Martin; six granddaughters; one grandson; six great granddaughters; and one great grandson.

A private memorial service will be held at a later date.