Gerard J. Bossé, 73, of Lancaster, formerly of Newton, NJ, died Wednesday, May 5, 2010 at The Glenn at Willow Valley. Born in Waterville, Maine, he was the son of the late Joseph F. and Jeannette Proulx Bossé.

Gerard was married to Annette Morin Bossé for 51 years.

Gerard served in the United States Air Force from 1959 to 1967, and then became a Commercial Pilot for United Airlines for 30 years and retired in 1996.

He was a member of St. Philip the Apostle Catholic Church.

Gerard was a devoted husband, father, grandfather. He was a self-reliant learner, "jack of all trades" and a strong advocate for Pro-life, especially for protection of preborn children.

A devout Catholic, he had a special devotion to the Holy Love Ministries, Maranatha Spring and Shrine in Elyria, Ohio where he often volunteered his services and talents. Our Blessed Mother guided him to Jesus on May 5, her feast day- Mary Refuge of Holy Love.

Surviving besides his wife are four children: Cheryl A. wife of Ronald Jordan, Hopewell Junction, NY, Dr. Christopher G. husband of Dr. Myhanh Bossé, Doylestown, Therese E. Bossé, Saratoga Springs, NY, Michael D. husband of Dawn Bossé, Huntersville, NC., six grandchildren: Dana Jordan, Colin Jordan, Patrick Jordan, Valerie Bossé, Leslie Bossé, Justin Bossé and two sisters: Rachel Morrissette and Jeanne Roy.

Gerard was preceded in death by two brothers; Fernand Bossé and Ludwin Bossé.

Mass of Christian Burial will be held at St Philip the Apostle Catholic Church, 2111 Millersville Pike, Lancaster, PA on Monday, May 10, 2010 at 11:30AM with Rev Mark Weiss and Rev. A. Richard Carton as Concelebrants. There will be a viewing at the church on Monday from 10:00-11:30AM. A board will be available for family and friends to affix photos, notes or other remembrances. Interment will be in Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, Annville, PA on Tuesday, May 11, 2010 at 10:00AM. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Pennsylvania Pro-life Federation, 4800 Jonestown Road, Harrisburg, PA 17109. Arrangements are by the Charles F. Snyder Funeral Home. To send online condolences, please visit, SnyderFuneralHome.com