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Gerald DeSelms Obituary

DE SELMS Gerald "Jerry" Gerald DeSelms, 73, of Toledo, passed away Thursday, January 7, 2010, at home surrounded by his loving family. He was born on December 25, 1936, in Toledo, Ohio to Gerald and Daisy DeSelms. Jerry worked for Doehler-Jarvis for 30 years and recently for Woodsage before retiring in 2007. He enjoyed fishing and spending time at his cottage on Lake James in Indiana. Jerry is survived by his loving wife of 51 years, Lois (Mitchell); children, Leah DeSelms, Kenneth (Rhonda) DeSelms, Judy Steedman and James (Holly) DeSelms; 14 grandchildren; 6 great- grandchildren and 1 on the way. He is also survived by his sister, Verlie (Ralph) Hart; brother-in-law, John (Therese) Mitchell and several nieces and nephews. Jerry was preceded in death by his parents and sisters, Glenna Dyal and Mary Brining. Friends may visit Freck Funeral Chapel, 1155 S. Wynn Rd. in Oregon (419) 693-9304, on Sunday, January 10, 2010 from 2-8 p.m. Fun-eral services will be private for the family. Memorial contributions may be made to the donor's choice. "A special thanks to the staff at Hospice of Northwest Ohio, especially Jessica." www.freckchapel.com

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Published by The Blade on Jan. 9, 2010.

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Patricia and Andre Pollard

January 14, 2010

Lois, I really enjoyed the fun we had on the trips that the three of us took together. Jerry will truly be missed. Pat

January 14, 2010

I grew up in Reno Beach and remember Jerry as a friendly and kind boy. My parents owned Craigs' Grill and Grocery store and Jerry would often stop by as would his sisters. We all enjoyed the summers and the Beach. My condolences to his family. Beverly Craig Martin Holland,OH and St. Mary's,GA

terri currier-trevino

January 12, 2010

Im so sorry to see dad go, i never did feel comfortable calling him anything else, and i even told him so, "The big Grump" i would call him but he was like a big teddy bear. Personally I got a kick out of him. his stern look , his grumpy voice , and twinkling eyes , mischevious is a good word for it..
Honestly though I always thought of him as a good man. He said I never changed............... compliment from Dad :) Terri

Terri Currier-Trevino

January 12, 2010

Im so sorry to see dad go, i never did feel comfortable calling him anything else, and i even told him so, "The big Grump" i would call him but he was like a big teddy bear. Personally I got a kick out of him. his stern look , his grumpy voice , and twinkling eyes , mischevious is a good word for it..
Honestly though I always thought of him as a good man. He said I never changed............... compliment from Dad :) Terri

Don Johnson

January 12, 2010

Lois,
We are very sorry for your loss. I'll bet Jerry is talking things over with the angels. God Bless you and your family. Don & Mary Kay Johnson

January 11, 2010

We were so sorry to read of Gerald's passing. He was always a pleasure to talk to when he came into our office. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Karen, Marie, Luie, & Randi at American Family Insurance

Thomas Shultz

January 10, 2010

So sorry to read about jerry
He was a great friend

Peggysue Sopko

January 9, 2010

Uncle Jerry,I will forever remember you as the tough guy with the soft heart!Your stories will forever be etched in my mind.Your passion for what you did and what you loved always showed me that you were a great man of character.I will miss you dearly!

Brooke

January 9, 2010

I love and miss you Gpa, love Brooke.

Samantha

January 9, 2010

Hi gpa I miss you vrey much but I know God is taking good care of you love you.

January 9, 2010

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
with sincere sympathy,
The Sadler Family (Paula,Teira & Erron)

Todd Young

January 9, 2010

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort. I have many memories of Gerry as do my Family. He helped me out many times. Sorry for your loss.

Amanda

January 9, 2010

Miss you grandpa.. Im glad you are in heaven and out of pain. I love you very much.

Love, Amanda

(I love me too)

January 9, 2010

We love you and will miss you Grandpa..and Big Grandpa.
I hope your enjoying the Big Purple House... Love you, Rylee, Nicci, Connie, Devon, Kyle, Jim and Misty

Kaye Vermett

January 9, 2010

Lois, Sorry to read about Jerry. WE remember him at our class reunion. There's no more pain,only peace in heaven. Someday you'll be with him again and forever and never parted. Time will help you thru this. Love Kaye Vermett {Kline}

A. Hallett, RN

January 9, 2010

Please accept the sympathies and condolences from the Palliative Care Services at Mercy St. Vincent Medical Center. God be with you at this time.

January 9, 2010

Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.

Joanne and Creighton Wack, neighbors

January 9, 2010

we love you ggpa , Romeo, Christian, Izabel, Gabriel

Natasha Spetz

January 9, 2010

God saw you getting tired
When a cure was not to be
So he closed his arms around you
And whispered: "Come to Me".

You didn't deserve what you went through
And so he gave you ... rest.
God's garden must be BEAUTIFUL!
HE ONLY TAKES THE BEST!

And when I saw you sleeping,
So peaceful... free from pain.
I could not wish you back
To suffer that again.

January 9, 2010

Lois, so sorry for your loss. Your in our prayers
Doreen and the Sears Woodville associates

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