Obituary of Alexander Gecas
Alexander Jaunutis Gečas, 88, of Rochester, NY, passed away peacefully on October 27th, 2024.
Alexander was born 10/09/1936 in Tytuvėnai, Lithuania, the son of Vladas and Lydija (Hermanas).
Alexander immigrated to Herreid, South Dakota, and graduated high school in Chicago, Illinois. He then went on to the University of Illinois, earning a B.S. degree in Geological Sciences. Later, he earned a Master’s degree in Education from the University of Rochester.
Alexander honorably served as a physical science assistant in the US Army Signal Corps 1st Division from 1960-1962. He was also the Post Commander for American Legion Post 134, Irondequoit, NY.
Alexander married Ruth [Sikstenas] on 1/11/1975 in Rochester, NY. He is survived by his wife Ruth, four children, Audrone, Lina (Scott), Rama (Karan), Arunas (Alyson), and grandchildren Allen John, Andrew, Asha, Priya, and Vidiya.
Alexander was an Earth Science teacher at Greece Olympia High School for 28 years.
Alexander was a world traveler, skilled outdoorsman, avid fisherman, and gardening enthusiast. He enjoyed dancing, joking, and telling stories of his many adventures.
Alexander was a member of St. George’s R.C. Lithuanian church in Rochester, NY, where he also served as a youth and scout director for many years. As an active member of the Lithuanian American Community in Rochester, he directed the Lithuanian radio program “Dainos Aidas” for 20 years, and was director of the Lithuanian School.
A Celebration of Life will be held at Our Lady of Lourdes Church, 150 Varinna Dr. Rochester NY, 14618 on Friday, November 1st, at 10 a.m.
Memorial donations in Alexander’s memory may be directed to Honor Flight of Rochester.