Obituaries

GERALD (GERRY) O’LEARY NAPOLEON JOSEPH CADORATH
JULY 10, 1961 – JUNE 25, 2025

With deep love and heavy hearts, we share the passing of Gerald (Gerry) O’Leary Napoleon Joseph Cadorath, who left us on June 25, 2025, at the age of 63 after a brief and courageous battle with cancer. He passed peacefully at home, surrounded by his beloved wife, his children, and his sister Bonnie—held in the love of the family he so deeply cherished. Gerry was predeceased by his mother Blanche (nee Hebert), father Gerald, sister Germaine, and niece Bonnie-Lee

Gerry was many things – a devoted husband, a proud father and grandfather, a brother, uncle, and friend—but above all, he was a builder. He built a family, a legacy, a business, and a life rooted in purpose and passion. He leaves behind his beloved wife Mollie, his five children Brandy, Nicole (Adam), Tyler, Cory (Jenna), and Cole, and his nine grandchildren Angelina, Geno, Caterina, Kowen, Paisley, Patrick, Oliver, Lily, and Christopher, who were the joy of his life. He is also survived by his sister Bonnie (Ed), as well as many nieces, nephews, and countless extended family and friends.

He also leaves behind his loyal dog Blu and his beloved cat Thomas—his everyday sidekicks who filled his home with warmth, mischief, and unconditional love.

An entrepreneur at heart, Gerry was a visionary leader and author whose work and words inspired others to pursue greatness. He was a licensed pilot who felt most free in the sky, a home renovation enthusiast who always had a new project on the go, and a man who never settled for “good enough.” He had a deep appreciation for travel, fine food, good wine, and craftsmanship in all forms. His taste was impeccable, and his generosity even greater—he wanted the best for everyone around him and worked tirelessly to make that possible.

Gerry’s love for his wife was constant and profound. She was his greatest treasure and his truest companion through every chapter of his life.

One of Gerry’s lasting messages to those around him was to “Turn Can’t Into Next.” This wasn’t just a phrase – it was the way he lived: forward-looking, resilient, and full of belief in what’s possible. Though taken from us too soon, Gerry’s strength, sharp wit, high standards, and unwavering commitment to family and excellence will live on in all who knew him. His legacy is woven into the lives he touched, the business he built, and the family he so fiercely loved.

A Celebration of Life will take place on July 10, 2025 at the Hilton Hotel, 1800 Wellington Avenue from 1 – 3 p.m.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that you honor Gerry by living boldly, giving generously, and always aiming higher and turning can’t into next—just as he did.