Pleasant Valley, NY - Gerald Miracle passed away peacefully at his home in Pleasant Valley on May 12, with his loving wife of 50 years, Peggy, by his side. He was the son of Otis and Neureul Miracle.

Gerald was born December 25, 1941, in Berea, Kentucky, and grew up in Mt. Vernon, Kentucky. He attended the University of Kentucky, where he earned a degree in Electrical Engineering. Kentucky was always considered home, and he enjoyed returning often to spend time with family and friends.

Upon graduating in 1965, Gerald moved to Wappingers Falls, New York, and began his career with IBM. He thoroughly enjoyed his work and had the opportunity to travel the world throughout his career. On May 8, 1976, he married his loving and devoted wife, Peggy, and together they made their home in Pleasant Valley.

Gerald was a member of the New Hackensack Flying Club, the IBM Quarter Century Club, and the First Baptist Church of Poughkeepsie. He had always dreamed of flying and fulfilled that dream by earning his private pilot's license. He took great pride in flying friends and family and especially cherished flying his family to Kentucky so his cousins could experience flying with him. Though he had no siblings, his cousins filled that space in his life, and he loved spending time with them.

Among his many hobbies and interests, Gerald especially loved spending time in his garage tinkering with his cherished machines, cars, and beloved Harley-Davidson motorcycle. His passion for learning and his ability to repair almost anything were qualities he proudly passed on to his two sons and two stepsons. Through his patience and guidance, they shared countless meaningful moments working and learning alongside him.

Gerald and Peggy shared a love of travel and explored the world together, visiting every continent. A lifelong learner, Gerald seemed to know something about everything and loved sharing his knowledge and love of travel with his children and grandchildren. Affectionately known as "Papa" and "Grandpa," he treasured every opportunity to celebrate life's special moments with his family.

Gerald is survived by his loving wife, Peggy; his two sons, Jay (Phuong) and Michael; his two stepsons, Peter (Deborah) and Craig (Alexis); eleven grandchildren; and twelve great-grandchildren.

He was predeceased by his parents, Otis and Neureul Miracle, and by his cousins Winston Holt, Gwen, Doris, and Jack.

The family would like to extend a special thank you to his caregivers, Wanda, Angela, and Lucia, for the exceptional care and compassion they provided over the past two years. They would also like to thank Hudson Valley Hospice for their kindness, support, and compassionate care.

Calling hours will be Monday, May, 18th from 4pm-7pm at Allen Funeral Home in Pleasant Valley. Burial will be private and at the convince of the family. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Gerald's memory to Hudson Valley Hospice or The First Baptist Church of Poughkeepsie.