Jerry Almanza

“Come to Me, all who are weary and heavy-laden, and I will give you rest. Take My yoke upon you and learn from Me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For My yoke is easy and My burden is light.” Matthew 11:28-30.

Jerry Almanza was received into the arms of our Lord, Jesus Christ, on Wednesday the 24th of August 2016, after a lengthy illness. He was born on the 6th of September 1959, in Austin, Texas, to Joe and Anita Almanza. Jerry was a longtime member of Emmanuel United Methodist Church in Austin Texas where he attended. He was devoted to his family and his greatest joy was being around them during holidays and special occasions. Baking desserts at holiday time was a special treat for his family. He was a person with a warm heart always willing to help when he could. He especially loved his three nieces Nicki, Melissa, and Gabby, where he always found time to show his love for them. Jerry spent the last few years dealing with illness and was faithful to the end. His final job was working as a sales representative for Coty fragrances. During his lifetime he worked at different banks in the Austin area and held various positions. Jerry attended Southwest Texas State University for a while until committing himself to working full time. His fondness of plants was a trait passed on to him from his mother. He loved dogs especially his faithful companion Linus who stayed with him until the end. Thank you to all of his close friends and relatives who helped him during his time of need. Jerry was preceded in death by his parents, Joe and Anita Almanza. He is survived by his two brothers James Almanza and wife Liz, Joel Almanza, three nieces Nicki, Melissa, and Gabby; his Aunt Mary of California and many cousins.

A memorial service will be held on Monday, the 29th of August 2016 at 7 PM at Cook-Walden Funeral Home, 6100 N. Lamar Blvd, Austin, TX. Interment will follow at Cook-Walden Capital Parks Cemetery in Pflugerville Texas in the near future where a brief meditation and prayer gathering will be held.

We will miss Jerry! Praise the Lord, he is at rest!