Gerald William Gideon was born in Detroit, Michigan on June 24, 1942. He went to join our heavenly father Sunday, April 19, 2015. He was preceded in death by his parents Wanda and Edward Gideon. Survivors include his wife Nancy Gideon, and children Gregory Gallo, David and his wife Joanna Gallo, and Laurie Gallo, and Tammy Gideon and her husband Chris Gore. Also his 7 grandchildren, Chelsea, Thomas and Olivia, Simon and Veronica, and Christopher and Brooke. Memorial service is to be held at Aria Funeral Home at 3:00 pm on Monday, April 27, followed by a reception at the Gideon residence. Arrangements are under the direction of: Aria Cremation Service & Funeral Home 1820 N. Belt Line Road Irving, Texas 75061