Gerald E Sapadin Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

GERALD E. SAPADIN CINCINNATI-Gerry (Gerald E.) “Splash” Sapadin, a world class swimmer and a longtime resident of Cincinnati, passed away quietly on May 22 at his home. He was in his 80th year. Gerry was the son of the late Benjamin and Sylvia (Blossom) Sapadin. He leaves behind his sister Judy Sapadin Lauter of Atlanta, nephews James and Michael Lauter, great-nephews, and great nieces, along with many loving cousins, and loyal friends. Gerry was a graduate of Woodward High School, class of 1960 and a graduate of the University of Cincinnati, class of 1964. While at UC, he was a proud member of both Sigma Alpha Mu fraternity and the invitation only honorary fraternity of Sigma Sigma. His devotion to the university was complete when he received the Alumni Lifetime Fundraising Award. Gerry began swimming competitively at a very young age. He was an outstanding member of the Woodward High School swim team earning All American recognition and a scholarship to UC. According to Justin Berg from The American Israelite, “In his first year at UC, Sapadin was part of one of the best freshman swim teams in the nation.” A highlight of his undergraduate years was when he qualified to join America’s team for the sixth Maccabiah Games in Tel Aviv in 1961. He won a bronze medal for the 100-meter free style. No one who knows Gerry could forget his sparkling smile, witty sense of humor, loyal friendship and passion for all things U C, Bengals, and Cincinnati Reds. Those of us lucky to love him and to be loved by him will never forget his kindness, affection, and support. Our hearts are broken as we grieve his passing. May his memory be a blessing. He will be sorely missed. Graveside services will be 11:30 am on Thursday, May 26 at the United Jewish Cemetery, 1657 Rosemont Ave., Price Hill. If you so wish, donations in Gerry’s memory can be made to the Jewish Community Center of Cincinnati, to the University of Cincinnati Alumni Association, or to the charity of one’s choice.

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Gerald E Sapadin

August 17, 1942 - May 23, 2022