Dr. Jerry E. Hudson

I remember escorting your mother and father, one time, in the Minneapolis airport and the way your father kept reaching out to hold your mother´s hand with a gentle smile at her when circumstance separated them in our walk. It left me with such a memory of love. I remember Jerry as a quiet, thoughtful man who cherished his family. My heart aches and rejoices with all of them.

Ann, sending our love and prayers to you and your family. We so enjoyed the opportunity to worship with and work alongside both of you as part of First Christian´s faith family.

On behalf of the faith family at First Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) in Portland, Oregon - Please know that we are holding your family in prayer during this time.

Judy, Bart and I are so sorry to learn of your wonderful dad´s passing. He was a good man. We always enjoyed the alumni events he presided over at WU. He had a wonderful sense of humor.

What a life well lived. I truly agree that he had patience and a humorous side. He had a mild mannered force that advanced the well being of students, educational institutions, and communities. He was the embodiment of Willamette's motto, "Not onto ourselves alone are we born," asking people to not only do well for themselves, but to do good for others. Grateful for his service and leadership. Best wishes to the family.

It was with great dismay that we learned of Jerry's passing. Having worked with Jerry and Ann on a number of projects in recent years we developed a close relationship, resulting in frequent luncheon engagements as a foursome. We miss these spontaneous outings and the hours spent in sharing old "war stories" of our respective careers and family histories. Jerry will always occupy a special place in our hearts, as a dear and treasured example of the best that mankind has to offer our...

DEAR ANN AND ALL THE FAMILY, YOU ARE IN MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS. JERRY WAS A VERY SPECIAL FRIEND AND DID A WONDERFUL JOB BEING THE CEO AND A TRUSTEE OF THE COLLINS FOUNDATION. I THINK JERRY DID A WONDERFUL JOB AT EVERYTHING HE DID. HE ALWAYS WAS AN INSPIRATION TO ME AND ALL WHO KNEW HIM. I AM ALSO A TRUSTEE OF THE COLLINS FOUNDATION AND WILL ALWAYS TREASURE MY TIME WITH JERRY. BLESSINGS AND FRIENDSHIP, LEE DIANE COLLINS VEST

Judy We are so sorry but what an accomplished life! Sending our best wishes to you. John and Nancy