He was preceded in death by parents, Edna and Elmer; siblings, Harlan and Dorothy; son, Bob; daughter-in-law, Carolyn; and grandson, David Piper. Survived by wife, Lill of 57 years; son, John (Julie); daughters, Mary and Jean (Richard); grandchildren, Joe (Lindsey), Kevin, Melissa (Chris), Gabrielle and Merin; great- grandchildren, Lilly, Ethan and Layla; and many dear friends.
Jerry supported and loved his family and enjoyed serving the community. His vigor for life will be missed. He was a proud member of the United States Navy, Zuhrah Shrine and Drum Corps, Scottish Rite and Minnehaha Lodge No. 165. A sincere thank you to the Fairview Home Care and Hospice team for their devoted care of Jerry and our family.
Visitation will be Friday, January 18, at 1:00 pm at Mount Carmel Lutheran Church, 1701 St. Anthony Parkway, Minneapolis followed by a Memorial Service at 2:00 pm.
Memorials are preferred in lieu of flowers.
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