Gerace, Charles S. - July 14, 2019 - Beloved husband of the late Mary F. Gerace. Loving father of Charles (Patricia), Michael (Colleen), Daniel (Bonnie), Carolyn (Charles) Burkhardt, Katherine (Paul) Frainer and the late John Gerace. Cherished grandfather of 15 grandchildren and 25 great grandchildren. Dear Brother of the late Caroline (Robert) Anderson, Anthony Gerace and John Gerace. Uncle of many nieces and nephews. The family will receive friends at the C. Mertz and Son Funeral Home, Inc. 911 Englewood Ave. on Thursday, July 18th from 5 to 8 PM. Where a Funeral Service will follow at 8 PM. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in his memory to WNY Alzheimer's Association. Please share condolences at mertzfh.com