Bernville, PA, Pennsylvania - Gerald G. Work passed at home in Pennsylvania, on his 88th birthday, June 4, 2022, surrounded by family. Dr. Work was born in Reading and graduated from Reading High School, class of 1952. He received his BA from Albright College in 1960 after serving in the United States Navy. His educational pursuits continued at Ohio University where he obtained an MS and a PhD in Counseling and Higher Education. Upon graduation he became a professor at the University of Maine where he taught and mentored students for his entire career. While there he was instrumental in forming the Associated Faculties of the University of Maine and served as its President. He also helped found and administer the Martin Luther King Jr. scholarship fund.

He married his first wife, Barbara Swartz, in 1955, having met her in middle school in Reading, Pennsylvania. They were married for 49 years until her death in 2004. Together they contributed to many educational programs in the State of Maine. In 2007 Dr. Work and his long-time friend of 37 years, Patricia Muro, embarked on a second marriage. In addition to his wife, Patricia, he is survived by his son, Dr. Brian Work and his daughter, Amy Work. He also leaves behind two stepsons and four step grandchildren.

Memorial contributions to the Gerald G. Work Scholarship Fund can be made payable to the University of Maine Foundation, Two Alumni Place, Orono, ME 04469-5792 or online at our.umaine.edu/work.