We were so glad to spend time with Aunt Alice and Uncle Jerry years ago at our house in Colorado.  We are so glad we could spend time at the Wyoming Family Reunion too. Jerry will be missed and we will keep everyone in our thoughts and prayers. 

How can a daughter encapsulate what her father means to her into a few paragraphs. It can’t be done.  I never had to worry growing up. And being a grown up. My dad was ALWAYS there. Even though I only called him when I needed help, even though we would sit quietly while he watched tv, instead of having deep meaningful conversations. His actions spoke to me more than any words. He was there. God grew and changed my dad all the way until the very end. He’s made perfect now, spending eternity with our Savior, Jesus. 
One memory that stands out, perhaps my earliest of his quiet care for us, was how he worked second or third shift when I was around 6 years old, and every night before he went to work (or came home from it) he would come in and give my sister and I a kiss and hug goodnight. Simple. Quiet. Appreciated. 
He grew a love of performance in me, and I will always hold dear the times he played harmonica and I sang with him. I miss you dad. Can’t wait to see you again in Forever. 

Philippians 3:20-21:

20 But our citizenship is in heaven. And we eagerly await a Savior from there, the Lord Jesus Christ, 21 who, by the power that enables him to bring everything under his control, will transform our lowly bodies so that they will be like his glorious body.





I’ve struggled to put into words who Dad meant to me.  Who he was.  My heart and soul hold so much more than I can speak or write.  This picture Was taken on the last big road trip he and mom made around to see everyone.  And they finally stopped to see the Grand Canyon.  He said it was more amazing than he’d ever seen and wished they had stopped when we traveled as a family.  I’m so glad they did.  When they came back, they were both so happy and full of joy.  
Dad was funny, strong, loved us deeply through his dedication, hard work, provision, prayers, playfulness and compassion.  If you needed anything, he would always come through.  He reminded me of the parable about the two sons of the vineyard owner.  He was the son who was asked to go work in the vineyard, and he grumbled and complained but went and got the work done.  The other son quickly said he would go do the work and never did.  It was the son who did the work that was Jesus said faithful.  That was my dad.  Faithful.  I’ll miss his amazing ability to add humor into any situation.  His timing was impeccable.  I’ll miss his presence at home.  I’ll miss his gentle I love you when I said it him and nobody was around.  I’ll miss the sweet words he would say to momma from the other room.  Words I heard mostly in his last days. I’ll miss his schedule, it was like a drumbeat to life.  I’ll miss his waiting up to make sure I got home safe at 51 years old.  I’ll miss his prayers for all he loved.  Mostly I’ll miss the way he last looked at me before he left this world. It was full of all the love held inside of him for my lifetime. He gave me his everything as a dad.  It might not have looked like some other dads out there, but I knew it was his best.  I love you dad.  I’ll see you later.  Love Tonia. 

Thanks to everyone for your memories of my father. 
Nobody knows my father like the ones closest to him. 
Jerry, Tonia, Lilly, Heather and of course...MOM.

Every single one of my siblings are amazing loving people that have raised families of their own. We have driven children and productive beautiful grandkids that only the luckiest among us could have every hoped for.

Dad was complex and war took a toll on him that non of you know. War robbed my family and took the man my mom married and changed him.

Over the last few weeks I have watched my mother mourn. She is so sweet and loving. 

Mom we got you. We will never let you fall. Every single one of us, Heather, Lillian, Tonia, me and Jerry will catch you.

Love to all.

 I am so honored to be able to have Jerry as my Brother-in-law.  Jerry and Alice have been there for me throughout many difficult times in my life. Jerry always had a way if turning a bad situation  around, he was a rock.  He was the kind of man who made you feel safe, and important. It's hard for me to put all I feel to words. I will deeply miss Jerry. I will always remember peanut butter toast breakfast and the evening walks with my sister, Alice, and Jerry.

What a blessing it was to know Jerry! He was  a man of God , and he loved God dearly.  He loved to pray  for others, and many times, when He prayed for someone,  the prayer was answered. He was a  faithful member of ResLife Church/Gooch Small Group. He was one of the music worship leaders of our Small Group. He played the harmonica and we enjoyed his music.  Our Small Group also listened  to a tape of a sermon Jerry preached  on “The peace of God” many years ago when he was in the military. That message was so good! We listened to it many times in our Small Group, and that message he preached on “The peace of God” was just as relevant today as it was many years ago! We needed to hear that message! Jerry will be missed dearly, but we know that he’s with Jesus.   Enjoy Heaven, Jerry!

There are so many fond and humorous memories I have of Jerry and his family but one of my fondest is the memory of when his daughter Tonia was born.  She was born at Fort Belvoir, VA.  I was 18 and staying with my sister Alice and Her husband Jerry.  Alice went into labor and was taken to the hospital.  When  Jerry got to the hospital to be with her they said it would be awhile and sent him home.  We were all asleep when the phone rang and they told Jerry he had a daughter.  He woke me up hooping and hollering, “It’s a girl!”, over and over again.  It sounded like he was jumping up and down and I heard him call his Mom and Dad announcing his daughter to them.  He rushed out in the middle if the night and bought a pretty pink and ruffled baby dress and roses for Alice and rushed to the hospital.  He was so happy!

My grandpa was the only male family member who had consistently been a part of my life. The man couldn’t say a prayer that wasn’t from the deepest part of his soul, because one of the only people who he would let see his heart was God. I’m sure he’s better off now than he ever was before.

I have only got the privelage of meeting Uncle Jerry and Aunt Alice once. They breezed in coming back from a trip to Vegas, just to say hi to their nephews ! To me, that is priceless as my many Uncles don’t even remember my name. They spent the night with us.  My husband, Bill was so tickled to have them in his home. We loved hearing all there precious stories. Plus getting to learn about my husband in his younger years is priceless. We recently had very profound conversation with them on the phone that will probably touch my soul forever. 
I am lucky I joined the clan when I did and got to meet you! Fly high with beautiful angels. And send down special one just for Aunt Alice. Hug your sister Heather tight for Bill as I know he misses her so. 

Love always,
Ann Lowe

I’ll always be thankful for the time that I was able to spend with Jerry McCall, from family holidays to simply getting lunch at Russ’ or Culver’s. Although I only knew him in his later years, his fun-loving personality and gentle tendencies were often able to shine despite his age and the tough demeanor he attempted to project. I’ll remember him as someone who welcomed me into his home and family, and I have him to thank for many of the people in my life who are important to me, including his granddaughter, my wonderful wife Bethany. I look forward to spending more time with him when the rest of us catch up to take our places at our Lord’s side.

Uncle Jerry and aunt alice graciously took me in at the ripe young age of 17, to go from California to Oklahoma was a drastic change for such a young man as myself, but the two of them chose to take me in.
Uncle Jerry was always such a hoot, telling me stories of his life, something my own dad rarely did, he was more open.
He showed me how to propellor start an airplane, which scared the crap outta me, wow is all I could say.
I thoroughly enjoyed living with them, even though I was a problem child, lol 
Thank you aunt alice for letting me be part of your lives,

Love , your nephew Bill

We always enjoyed the many times Jerry played the harmonica for our small group from church.  Jerry showed his sense of humor often.   He said Alice made his coffee with cream and sugar to “sweeten him up”!
He was quick to pray for those in need.  Jerry will be missed but we know we will meet again someday.  

One of my favorite thing about my grandpa is how he would always call my sweet grandma, “Schatz“. I didn’t know what it meant for most of my childhood but when I learned that it was a German version for something like honey or sweetheart here in America, I treasured it and it never got old hearing. I often saw my grandpa through my grandmas eyes because she spoke of him as if she was a glowing new bride no matter how many years had passed. 

So many people are here because of him - his life was full in ways so many others long for.  I am the 4th out of 14 grandchildren and I gave him his very first GREAT grandchild (pictured here) out of 14. His heart was full! 

See you again someday, grandpa. I love you. 





Jerry was part of a chain of  4 brothers.  Jerry, Jim, Bill,  & David.  It  is only temporarily broken. We will be all together again when God thinks it is time.  Jerry is just waiting for us. Jerry , We love you and  will miss. you everyday until we all meet again. 

My uncle Jerry, a man of honor and the first family “preacher” I knew. His son Aaron and wife Laura lived with my wife and I for a period in the 80’s. The memories of uncle Jerry are a good mechanic, an army man, a preacher and a stern but honest loving Dad. “I will se you again Uncle Jerry”.

When I first met Jerry I was 8, maybe 10 years old and I still remember how I felt toward him with my sister Alice.  
He was handsome, and strong and they were beautiful together.  To see them was (for a child) like seeing a prince with his beautiful princess!
But what I Also saw was two people who were very comfortable with each other.  I thought then that they would always take care of each other, and they have.  
Every relationship, every marriage has its difficulties,  to have come to their elder years together is a testament to that young, beautiful couple who God clearly blessed as a gift to each other.  Jerry will surely be missed, but he will hold my sisters hand again in heaven.

always remember coming to visit and though we were not blood we always felt welcome God speed Sir may you know the grace of God and to St Peter you will tell one more checking in Sir I've served my time in Hell .

Oscar told me the story how his sister married the milkman. 
Last year we had an reunion and there was Jerry at the kitchen table laughing and talking with everyone. The whole thing seemed to be his party. Well done sir.        Love and Laughs
         Oscar and JoAnn Swanson

I was only able to reconnect with uncle Jerry and Aunt Alice for a short period after not seeing them for nearly 20 years. Uncle Jerry was so funny, but also wanted to hear about you and what was going on with you. He was quick to say a prayer for and with you. If I can think of one word to describe uncle Jerry, inclusive would be that word. No one gets left out. I will miss you. 

Grandpa was a great man who cared very much about his family. I always remember him going out of his way to make sure grandmas car was filled up with gas. He also always had a dollar or two for my brother and I every time we visited. Whenever he left our house he always said “glad you got to see me!” and I will miss that.

My brother-in-law Jerry was a very devoted husband, father, and grampa. He served his country and fellow man, he worked hard to provide for them and give them the best he could. He struggled hard to move forward in life though he was in so much pain, but wouldn't let it stop him. Yes he was funny and like to make everyone laugh, and i loved when he called my sister Chautz (wrong spelling huh) I loved his eyes lol I had to out that in there. He loved the Lord and went through many trials and tribulations but he fought the good fight, i believe God will say "well done my good and faithful servant"❤ We salute you and will see you again in heaven💙

Soar high with the angels Uncle Jerry! Heaven has been waiting!! You will be dearly missed but Mom, Grandma,  grandpa,  Aunt Kathy Ann, Aunt Carol and Aunt Heather are all waiting with open arms!! We will see each other again in heaven!!

My Mom and Dad loved Jerry. I only got to see him in the last few years and he was a wonderful man. I know he will be missed. See you in heaven, Jerry!

Gary and Cindy Hepting, Bob Robison (Uncle Bob)

I remember when I was little and grandpa would play his harmonica for us and sometimes we would often ask him to play again. He was a great grandpa and he was always cracking jokes with us, he was a funny person and you could tell he enjoyed making others laugh. Grandpa was a serious light in our life and I know me and my siblings were always excited for him and grandma to come visit us. We all really love him and he will be missed dearly. He was amazing in so many ways and he will really be missed by so many people.

He was the funniest guy I knew, I swear to this day he never taught me how he was able to make it look like a penny disappeared into his ear. Everyone loved the holidays where he would play harmonica music and we would all sing with him. I remember singing oldies music as loud as I could in elementary school because he had a special cd of it he would play in the car when he drove me to the bus stop. He was my best friend and we will all miss his humor and his heart. He would never let anyone go without help and truly cared for and loved his family so much. His love on this earth reached so many people and it will never be forgotten. 

My grandpa was one of the bravest men I had ever known. He was smart, and hilarious, he knew how to lighten a room with his words. He had constant jokes to dish out, always making us laugh. He would play his harmonica for us all the time, all things he loved to do. The world will miss him, he added something special to it. He was so important to me. I love you grandpa. 

My dad could never say he did not live a very fulfilling life. He was world traveled, master of many things and well loved by so many. When I think of my dad I remember his warm hands, strong arms and laugh. When I was scared I looked to him for safety. He would always say  “ you be afraid if you see me afraid” He never looked afraid.  He was the last one who wanted to go anywhere but the first one to have the best time. He always worried about me even into adult hood and still wanted to care for me like I was little. When he would come visit I would always have his favorite snack, lemon sandwich cookies ( or peanut butter) and coffee at hand for him.  Dad I am going to miss you more than I can write into words. I’ll keep the coffee hot and cookies out for you. I love you 

OBITUARY

Gerald "Jerry" Joseph McCall

January 19, 1938 – September 17, 2020

Reyers North Valley Chapel

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