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Gerry Gatten
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6815 Lake Avenue

Elyria, OH 44035-2149

Mailing Address:

6815 Lake Ave

Elyria, OH 44035-2149

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Phone: (440) 324-7884

Phone: (440) 324-7885

Toll Free: (888) 642-8836

Fax: (440) 324-4124

Office Hours:

Mon-Fri 8:30 a.m to 4:30 p.m

Saturday & Evenings

by appointment only

My background and achievements

  • Valparaiso University - BS, English; BS, Phys. Educ.
  • Decorated Vietnam Combat Veteran - USMC
  • Former Football Coach, Elyria Catholic & Amherst Steele
  • Ambassador Life Qualifier
  • Millionaire Club Qualifier
  • Silver Scroll Honor Agent
  • Bronze Tablet Honor Agent
  • Lifelong Lorain County Resident
  • Married with 3 Sons
  • State Farm Agent since 1978

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  • Pamela Thurman - Office Representative
  • Sandra Nielsen - Office Manager
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