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2021

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Jerry Samuelson Obituary

Jerry Samuelson

Carlisle - Jerry Samuelson, 89, passed away January 27, 2021 at home.

Jerry was born April 28, 1931 in Decatur, Illinois to his parents Clarence and Alyce (Johnson) Samuelson.

Jerry is survived by his loving wife Marilyn; children, Jay (Anita) Samuelson, Jon (Robb) Samuelson, Jeff (Jill) Samuelson, Joel (Kelli) Samuelson, Nancy (Eric) Willett, Robert Giles Jr., Rick Giles, Wayne (Kristin) Knutson, and Laura Knutson; brother, Tom Samuelson; 14 grandchildren; and 11 great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his first wife Kayleen; sister, Barbara; parents, Clarence and Alyce Samuelson; and grandchild, Matthew.

There are no services planned at this time.

Memorial contributions can be directed to the Shriners Children Hospital and St. Croix Hospice.

Condolences may be expressed at www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.

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

Published by the Des Moines Register from Jan. 27 to Jan. 31, 2021.

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