So sorry for your loss. Gene was such a nice person and I am sure your will miss him greatly..

So sorry for you loss. Gene was my cousin. He was always friendly and kind.

Uncle Gene was an uncle like no other. It is really hard to summarize how much he meant to us. Visits with him and Aunt Nancy were so special - always full of fun and laughter. When I remember Uncle Gene, I will remember the silly songs, his laugh, and the joy he took in everything he did. I will miss him deeply.

My great uncle Jean was always a ray of sunshine. Every single visit he took up to Long Island was filled with fun, laughter, food, and family. Those times, though short, now reside in my brain as fond, wonderful memories. The sheer amount of talent he had, his accomplishments, and the effort and perseverance he put into everything was astounding, to say the least. We lost a true legend. Fly high, Uncle Jean. Until we meet again, I love you so much. You’ve truly left your mark on this world and our family in the best possible way.

One of the hardest working men I’ve ever known in my life. He had accomplished so much in too little time. He withheld one of the brightest souls, and always had the biggest smile that would never fail to light up a room. Jean held immense compassion and spirit for all his wonderful hobbies, such as the wood carvings his family looked forward to every year. Jean O’Donnell, you will be dearly missed by everyone who had the pleasure to know you.

The world lost one of the best! A man who worked hard and played harder..A man i was lucky enough to call my uncle and my Godfather...i will cherish the memories we had....Trips to Disney...Panama city Beach...Pumpkin picking with my children..So many of my favorites memories were with you ❤️ May God hold you forever in the palm of his hand until we meet again "just down the road a piece" Uncle Gene..You will forever be remembered, loved and cherished Thank you for the memories

I was privileged to work with Gene for many years at BMC Nassau. He was a talented and compassionate CRNA. Gene had so many accomplishments in his life. He was first an aviator and then an air traffic controller. When life forced him in another direction he became a CRNA. Each of these professions are characterized by the need to be smart, alert and attentive to detail. Passion is not necessarily required but Big Gene brought plenty of passion. With some surprise I saw him in retirement turn his attention to woodworking. He brought the same passion and attention to detail to produce some beautiful items. Nancy, I know you feel as if you have a hole in your life. I pray you fill it with memories you and Gene have created. None of us will forget him for he was a big, big man.

I feel so blessed and grateful to have all the time that I had spent with my Uncle Gene. The amazing adventures we shared- Panama City, Disney, Itchnatucky Springs, Bear Mountain, apple picking- just to name a few. Uncle Gene was always so funny with his inappropriate songs that he sang for us and then to his great nieces and nephews. He was such a role model in my life and him sharing the stories of his life experienced and the focus of always looking to learn something new and further my educational journey . He was such a loving and kindhearted person- the kind of person that would give you the shirt off of his back. The deep love for my aunt Nancy was undeniably and when you were around them both you could see the mutual admiration between them. Uncle Gene will forever hold a special place in my heart and will be greatly missed. Love you Uncle Gene ❤️

Gene was one of the most interesting people I’ve ever met. He always had a story to tell. He was such a good CRNA and I always loved being the nurse in his OR room. Such a kind and gentle man! My thoughts and prayers are with you, Nancy.

Brother… my protector and my nemesis all rolled into one: my big brother. I always looked up to my big brother as he always looked up for me, and I still do. Big brothers always watching. Can’t imagine life without you my big bro. You will be terrible missed. Rest in Peace. Our thoughts are with Nancy! 🙌🙌🙌

We missed you every second, every moment and wait until we meet again. You was one of the most important person in our lives, and now you not around, you will be missed terribly. Rest in Peace Gene. Our thoughts are with Nancy !!🙌🙌

When I think of kind, gentle and thoughtful, I think of Gene. I first met Gene during his Air Traffic Controller days at at Jax ARTCC. He and Nancy were those gems with whom you feel grateful to have known.He will be missed.

Uncle Gene always made us laugh and took us on big adventures. He was so fun, and sweet, and didn’t get mad at us even when we (I) spilled chocolate on his brand new painting. But more than that, he showed us by his example how to live life courageously, resiliently, and with passion. When a door closed, he built a new door. I honor him for the service that he gave for our country in Vietnam, and for the years of care he gave as a medical professional. He is truly a hero. And I am grateful to him for the years of love and joy he gave Aunt Nancy. He had a life well spent. We live and miss you Uncle Gene!

I had the pleasure of working with Gene in Surgical Services at Baptist Medical Center Nassau for several years. I never heard him utter an unkind word. Gene was always a pleasure to work with. I was lucky to get to see some of his wood turning creations. They were amazing! My deepest condolences to his family.

Gene, the gentle giant. That is what many of us called him in the operating room. Such a wonderful anesthetist. So kind and so smart. Thank you for all that you taught me, Gene. Your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Rest in peace my friend ♥️

Worked with Gene in the OR. He was such a kind person. RIP Gene. Praying for the family.

Such a kind and gentle man. We called him Big Gene in the OR where we worked together many years. Rest in peace Gene. Our thoughts are with Nancy.