CARTY, GERALD DOUGLAS - The passing of Gerald Douglas Carty of 242 Highland Avenue, Fredericton, occurred at his home on March 12, 2008. Gerald was born in Saint John, New Brunswick, on October 1, 1925 to parents Albert and Fannie (Tyler) Carty. He is survived by his wife, June (Howe) Carty and their children, John (Alain Paulin), David (Meredith Westlake), Wendy (Bill Cook) and Brian (Eloise Wetmore); grandchildren, Solomon, Jacob, Rebecca and their mother, Valerie Creaghan, Asha, Geoffrey and Dylan, as well as Jessica (Mark Derrah), Rachel, Franklin, and their father, Blair Barrett, Alexander and Ian. He is also survived by his brothers, Donald Carty (Doris) and Robert Carty; sister-in-law, Mulvina Carty of New Jersey. Besides his parents, Gerry was predeceased by his brothers, Adolphus, Clyde, Malcolm and William. Gerald joined the Royal Canadian Air Force at age 18, and had the distinction of being one of the youngest commissioned officers in the RCAF (Flight Lieutenant) at age 19. During WWII Gerald flew over 35 missions in Wellington and Lancaster bombers. He was wounded in action and during his recovery in Watford, England, he studied to become an electronics technician. His wartime service in the RCAF earned him the Defense Medal, the War Medal (Victory Medal), and The Canadian Volunteer Service Medal and Clasp. Following his overseas service, Gerry received the first ever electronic technician certification issued in New Brunswick. He was co-owner of the Electronics Centre and the All and Sundry News Centre / Electrohome dealerships for many years in downtown Fredericton. He partnered in the establishment of Central Community Television; the first cable company in Fredericton, which at the time was credited with being the largest system of its kind east of Montreal, later to become Fundy Cable. As a result of his electronic expertise, he was able to develop a variety of improvised technical innovations for the Fredericton Police Force, which ultimately led to many fond memories and special friendships with local members. Gerry's interest in aviation continued within the Fredericton community through his involvement as an instructor and C.O. of the Fredericton No. 333 Air Cadet Squadron, his role as a founding member and president of the Fredericton Flying Club, flying in charity fund raising events, and in the establishment of Air Acadia, a local charter flight service with a small fleet of aircraft. Gerry was an active member of the congregation and choir of St Mary's Anglican Church and for the last 30 years of Christ Church Cathedral. Over his lifetime, he was a member of the YMCA where he was a gymnastics instructor, the RCAF Association 252 (Lord Beaverbrook) Wing, the Elks Club, the Fredericton Lions Club, the Garrison Club, and the Canadian Legion Branch Number 4. His hobbies included playing music as a very accomplished saxophone player, homebuilt aircraft, anything electronic, and beekeeping. He loved to garden and play cribbage, and he always enjoyed the challenge of figuring out new ways to do things. His gifts and his friends were many, and we will miss him. Visitation will take place at York Funeral Home, 302 Brookside Drive, Fredericton on Friday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 pm. Members of the Royal Canadian Legion Branch # 4, Fredericton are asked to assemble at the funeral home for a Legion Tribute Service on Friday at 7 pm. The Funeral Service will take place at Christ Church Cathedral on Saturday, March 15, 2008 at 2 pm with Dean Keith Joyce officiating. Donations made to the Christ Church Cathedral Restoration Fund, the Canadian Red Cross or to the charity of the donor's choice would be appreciated by the family. Personal condolences may be offered through www.yorkfh.com