Gerald E. Plank

Gerald E. Plank, 72, of Ephrata, Washington, died May 20 in Castro Valley, California after a brief illness. Gerald was born in Twin Falls, Idaho to Ralph and Janet Plank. The family moved to Quincy, Washington when Gerald was a boy. The family moved to Royal City, Washington, where Gerald graduated in 1967. He graduated from Big Bend Community College and then enlisted in the Army, serving in South Korea. He also attended WSU and Oregon Tech. Gerald worked with his father Ralph for many years. He was generous with his time. Gerald loved motorcycles and took many trips around the U.S. and Canada.

He is survived by his sister Sharon (Ritch) Morehouse and two nieces and a nephew. He is preceded in death by his parents and his brother James.

For funeral arrangements contact Sharon Morehouse.