Search by Name

Add a Memory

Send Flowers

Make a Donation

Share Obituary

Gerald Mac "Jerry" Pearman

FUNERAL HOME

Geisen Funeral Homes - Merrillville

7905 Broadway

Merrillville, Indiana

Gerald Pearman Obituary

GERALD "JERRY" MAC PEARMAN GRIFFITH, IN
Gerald "Jerry" Mac Pearman, age 82, of Griffith, IN, passed away on Friday, May 19, 2017. Gerald is survived by his wife of 62 years: Geraldine Pearman (nee Wierzba); sons: James (Judi) Pearman of Lowell, IN, Dr. Dennis (Carrie) Pearman of Millbrook, AL, Joseph (Leny) Pearman of Carmel, IN., and Gerald Michael (Denise) Pearman of California; grandchildren: Jason (Melissa) Pearman, Benjamin and Zachary Pearman, Jeannie (Asa) Kirkus, Joseph (Katie) Pearman, Jordan, Derek, Olivia, Marshal Pearman; great-grandson, Oliver Gerald; brother, Kenneth Pearman; sisters- in-law: Roberta Dakich, and Debra (Chet) Arrington. He was preceded in death by his daughter, Pamela, who passed away at 6 1/2 years old; sisters-in-law: Frances and Edith Pearman; brother-in-law, Thomas Dakich. Gerald was a member of the First United Methodist Church in Griffith, IN. He retired from US Steel with over 45 years of service, working as a roller in the hot strip mill. Jerry and his wife volunteered for Lake County Right to Life for over 20 years and joined the "March for Life" in Washington, D.C. on four separate trips. After retiring Jerry along with his wife worked as ushers at the Cubs Park, and enjoyed square dancing. Visitation will be held on Tuesday, May 23, 2017, at Geisen Funeral & Cremation Services, 7905 Broadway, Merrillville, IN 46410 from 3:00 to 7:00 PM. An additional visitation will be held on Wednesday, May 24, 2017, from 10:00 AM until time of funeral service at 11:00 AM, with Fr. Mens and Rev. Powers officiating. Services will conclude at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be given to the Research for Parkinson's. View directions and sign Gerald's online guestbook at GeisenFuneralHome.com (219) 769-3322

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The Times from May 21 to May 23, 2017.

Memories and Condolences
for Gerald Pearman

14 Entries

Sheila Johnson

May 15, 2019

I think of Jerry often - his great smile and kindness. I hope Gerry is doing good.
Sheila Johnson

Sheila Johnson

May 17, 2018

We miss Jerry at church, and I miss visiting him - he was always one if my favorite people

Don & Alice Kuipers

May 26, 2017

We cherish the memories we have with the Pearmans. Jerry is now released from his pain & suffering. We will miss him. Our deepest sympathy & prayers go out to Geri & their Family God bless.

Darren McCloud

May 23, 2017

Jerry thoughts and prayers to you and your family during this difficult time.

How you can show support

Send flowers

Consider sending flowers.

Add photos

Share their life with photo memories.

Plant trees

Honor them by planting trees in their memory.

Donate in Memory

Make a donation in memory of your loved one.

Share this page

Invite other friends and family to visit the page.

Frank Molinaro

May 23, 2017

Jerry & Family, My sympathy On the passing of Jerry (Husband & Father).
Jerry & I were basketball teammates at Edison. He was a great teammate & friend, & was liked by all his classmates. We have visited on occasion over the years since graduation. My only regret is that we did not visit more. He was always pleasant & we had interesting talks. In my book he was one of the good guys. He will be sorely missed. Frank Molinaro

Maryann (Connelly) Holtcamp

May 23, 2017

I'm so sorry to hear of Jerry's passing. Jerry & Gerry are two of the nicest people I"ve ever met. I have great memories of our families together with the Kids from Ireland. Thanks to Jerry and Gerry for taking in the girls back in 1993 when my mom was ill...Great, Great People

Sandra shrader

May 22, 2017

Geri and family, so very sorry about the loss of Jerry. We have such wonderful memories of his birthday party, your anniversary party, many family get togethers, fish on Fri. at St. Andrews. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Sandra and Betsy

Jo and Jack Powell

May 22, 2017

Geri and family,
So very sorry to read of Jerry's death.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Deepest sympathy.

BOB FALCONE

May 22, 2017

Gerry had the sweetest set shot ever. he was a silky smooth second baseman and great teammate. HE WAS A NUMBER ONE CLASSY GUY. sorry to loose a great blazer. BOB FALCONE

Bill Barath

May 22, 2017

Jerry and my dad (Bill Barath) were longtime friends. Jerry was always great to me when I saw him as a boy, and my dad held him in very high regard. My condolences to the Pearman family.

Duane Sparks

May 22, 2017

Jerry was one of my high school heroes. I was not even in high school yet when he began playing basketball for my dad. Every practice he would stop and talk to me and help me learn to shoot baskets. Such a very nice guy. I've always, always remembered how great he was to me.

René Vela

May 21, 2017

To the entire Pearman Family, Condolences on your loss, we all can be thankful that Jerry is in a better place...May he RIP. On behalf of the Edison High School Old Timers, a donation will be made to the Research for Parkinson's Disease in Jerry's name. GO BLAZERS!

Nathan

May 21, 2017

My condolences to the family. May the family keep reflecting on the fond and fun memories of him and look to God for comfort.

Sheila Johnson

May 21, 2017

I will miss our vistis together and that wonderful smile. Jerry was a "gentleman" and always made me feel welcome along with Geraldine.

Showing 1 - 14 of 14 results