Jerold "Jerry" Vanderpool

1941 - 2018

Jerold "Jerry" Vanderpool obituary, 1941-2018, Bakersfield, CA

BORN

1941

DIED

2018

Jerold Vanderpool Obituary

Jerold "Jerry" Vanderpool
April 3, 1941 - October 3, 2018

Jerry Vanderpool passed away at the age of 77 in Astoria, Oregon after a brief battle with cancer.

Jerry was born in Bakersfield, California on April 3, 1941. He attended East Bakersfield High School and graduated in 1959. Jerry also earned a bachelor's degree from the University of Redlands. Jerry served in the United States Air Force and was combat wounded in Vietnam. In 1973, Jerry joined the Bakersfield Police Department. Throughout his 25 year career with the BPD, Jerry performed many duties, eventually achieving the rank of Sergeant. After retiring from police work in 1997, Jerry moved to Cambria, California and became a 911 dispatcher and tour guide at Hearst Castle.

In 2005, Jerry relocated to Warrenton, Oregon and was a volunteer at the Columbia River Maritime Museum in Astoria, Oregon.

Jerry is survived by his wife of 52 years, Marlene of Warrenton, Oregon, Son Jerry and wife Angela of Boise, Idaho; Son Jan and wife Sioux of Bakersfield, California; Grandchildren Jerry and Eva of Boise, Idaho.

No services are scheduled.

Published by Bakersfield Californian on Oct. 19, 2018.
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Yo Jerry - Philip " Tony" Kweder here! Just found your obit! Was hoping u still around . At this moment it is Sept 2,2023 . I´m 81. Wish u coulda seen this . Maybe somone will we both know - oh -my phone - (510) 225-5151. Anybody reads this and remembers me give me a call! EBHS CLASS OF `59- although actually I graduated from San Luis Obispo High ! Long story . Grew up pretty much in B-town tho . At the moment living in Berkeley, Ca . (Another long story) Married -couple of great kids !. Well I´m basically talking to myself - with any luck someone might see this and call-I hope . Rest well Jerry !!

Tony Kweder

School

September 2, 2023

Just searching and found this. Marlene, I am so sorry for your loss. Please contact me. Mary Ackermann. Paul has my information

mary Ackermann

Family

November 26, 2020

Glen Fowler

Friend

October 13, 2020

Very Sorry for the loss of such a great man, he was one of the better supervisors at the BPD. Scott & Tami Parker.

Scott Parker

December 9, 2019

We are going to miss you Jerry! I remember our
days a Longfellow school. God be with you.

October 15, 2019

I still think about him Marlene.

Steven Ashby

October 14, 2019

No Police Officer ever wore a more shiny uniform than Jerry Vanderpool. His uniform, equipment and especially his motor were always "spit and polish." He had a heart and attitude that matched. We pray that Marlene and family have strong and stout hearts with Jerry's passing.


Bill and Helen Bailey

October 24, 2018

My sincere condolences to all of you that loved him. May you feel God's comfort all around you. I'm glad to see what a great life he enjoyed after leaving Bakersfield. Love to you all.

Gloria Johnston

October 23, 2018

So sorry! Jerry was a real nice guy

Glen Fowler

October 22, 2018

Heartfelt thoughts and prayers go out to the family. Please find comfort in knowing that God cares for you.

October 21, 2018

So sorry Marlene he was a great mentor and friend.

steven ashby

October 19, 2018

Marlene and Family
We are so sorry for your loss of someone very special.
Sincerely,
Patsy & Woody Sadler

October 19, 2018

Our classmate! Jerry, we'll be thinking of you this weekend at our 59year class reunion. You were always a good friend. Marlene, prayers for you and your family.

Sharon Smith-Saalinger

Classmate

October 19, 2018

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