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Couple who ‘couldn’t live without each other’ die hours apart
- Geoff Gradus died at home after a period of frailty, followed by Gerrie Gradus dying 41 hours later at age 86.
- The couple were married for 67 years and ran G’s Stores in Cliftonville, becoming well-known in the Jewish community.
- They later ran Wychdene Residential Home in Broadstairs and were involved in local charities and clubs.
- Their family described them as a couple who did everything together until the very end.
- Geoff was president of the Margate Swimming Club and actively supported the community.
- The couple hosted and supported exchange students, strengthening ties with families abroad.
- Their family mourned the loss as a long-standing, beloved presence in Margate’s Jewish community.
- The couple's joint service took place at Margate Jewish Cemetery.
- The article highlights a life of community service, care work, and family ties in Kent.
- The couple’s story is shared with tributes from relatives and friends in the local community.
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