Redmond, Oregon
1947 - 2025
Jerry Wilken, 77, passed away peacefully with family by his side on September 21, 2025, after a battle with cancer.Born in Lexington, Nebraska, to Calvin and Ruth Wilken. As a boy, he lived on the family farm until the 4th grade when the family moved to Corvallis, Oregon in 1958. He graduated...
Read MoreWe met Jerry when the family moved to Corvallis. Whether it was school, pictures, flying or Facebook, Jerry showed up and contributed. We shared many fun times and a few sad times. Thanks for being a good friend Jerry.
Michael S Roth
October 03, 2025 | Friend
I worked with Jerry at Leading Plywood. I remember when he started his business and left the mill. I remember Jerry as a good person. RIP Jerry
Mitch Cramer
October 02, 2025 | Work
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Robin McConnell
October 01, 2025 | Friend
R.I.P. Jerry It was an honor to call you my friend.
Craig Leavy
September 30, 2025 | Friend
Such a positive man, with a kind smile ready to help others. I liked Modek A cars too and always wanted Jerry and his wife to take me for a ride in the model A Rest in peace for such an honorable man and classmate
Karen Louise Peterson
September 30, 2025 | School
We had all of our children's mile stone photos taken by Jerry. Such a staple in the community. Deepest condolences to the family.
Michelle Sadowsky
September 30, 2025 | Work
Jerry was such a great man. I got to know Jerry and Melanie very well while I had a mobile DJ service in the valley for 20 years. He was the go to for senior pics, wedding pics or any other event. He touched so many lives with his talent behind the camera. I am sorry to hear of his passing.
Jason Klohk
September 30, 2025 | Friend
