Keith A. Gerding, 64, entered into rest on Sunday, March 22, 2015 in Manteca CA. Keith was born March 1, 1951 in Oakland, CA.
   He is survived by his son Ryan, sister Barbara (Don) Kennady, grandson Dylan Gerding, nephew Scott Kennady, niece Erin Kennady and their children.
   Keith grew up in the East Bay area and would later move to the Central Valley, spending the last six years in Manteca. He was a Retail Manager with several stores including Pay N Pack, Angels, and various home improvement stores. He enjoyed the outdoors, camping, fishing, boating and really loved to be on the water, taking several trips to Woodward reservoir and really loved to be on the water, taking many trips to Woodward Reservoir and living on the Delta for some time. Keith had a passion for repairing vehicles as a young man from high school and for many years following.  Many will remember Keith always helping family and friends, as he was very knowledgeable in home improvement and was always eager to lend a hand. 
   P.L Fry & Son Funeral Home is honored to be serving the Gerding family. An online guest book is available for condolences at www.plfryandson.com.  Private services are pending. (Search Obituaries).

Manteca (Calif.) Bulletin
Friday, March 27, 2015