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Jerry Erkelens

Salt Lake City, Utah

1947 - 2025

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'Jerry' John Gerald Erkelens, Jr. 1947-2025 Salt Lake City, UT-'Jerry' John Gerald Erkelens, Jr. passed away at home on January 9, 2025, surrounded by four generations of loving family. Jerry fought a long battle with the effects of Agent Orange-exposure from his time as a combat medic in Vietnam...

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Dear Jerry was such a principled human being. His kindness, knowledge and openness to all will be remembered in our hearts. Jerry's contribution to life on planet Earth has been outstanding. Our sincere sympathy and condolences to his dear family.

I worked with Jerry at the PO for many years he always had a smile on his face and something interesting to talk about a really nice guy.

Hillcrest HIgh Class of '65 Reunion a few years ago was the last time we saw our classmates. I saw Janet, but didn't get to talk to her. Your love for each other will continue through the ages.

Dearest Janet, it's been so many years, but I remember you and I remember Jerry. What a fun wonderful couple. I remember you both from our Butler neighborhood, Butler Ward, and all the way through high school. You were always so darling and friendly and you and Jerry were a match made on heaven. I'm so sorry you he has left you and your family for a time, but he would never really leave your side. You will feel his spirit until you are reunited on the other side. My thoughts and prayers are...

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

I credit Jerry for me being the person I am today. He helped me in ways he didn't even know. Love you my friend

Sending you all so much love and healing vibes. How lucky you were to have that absolute force of nature in your lives-Jerry was a legend. I know he loved you all fiercely. He was truly one of a kind, and I'm lucky to have witnessed his magic. The world feels a little less fun without him in it physically.

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Thank you Sir, for your Service to our country.