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Geraldine Lois "Jerrie" Mock

Geraldine Mock Obituary

Mock Geraldine "Jerrie" Lois Mock, the first woman to fly solo around the world, died in her sleep on September 30, 2014 at her home in Quincy, Fla. at the age of 88. Geraldine Fredritz Mock was born in Newark, Ohio, on November 22, 1925 to Timothy J. Fredritz and Blanche Wright Fredritz. Known as "Jerrie," she graduated from Newark High School in 1943 and attended The Ohio State University in Columbus where she majored in Aeronautical Engineering. She left college to marry Russell Mock in 1945. At age 38, Jerrie became the first woman to fly solo around the globe. She took off from Port Columbus International Airport in Columbus, Ohio, on March 19, 1964 in her eleven year old, single engine Cessna 180 she named the "Spirit of Columbus." After 29 days and 21 stops, she covered more than 23,000 miles to land back at Port Columbus on April 17, 1964. Jerrie's achievements were recognized by international aviation organizations. Three weeks after her trek, she was honored in the White House Rose Garden by President Lyndon B. Johnson, who bestowed upon her the FAA Gold Medal for Exceptional Service. Jerrie also set the around-the-world speed record for her plane's weight class; became the first woman to fly both the Atlantic and Pacific; and became the first woman to cross the Pacific in a single-engine plane in either direction. Recent central Ohio awards designed to celebrate Jerrie's accomplishments include receiving The Columbus Foundation's first Spirit of Columbus Award, and Jerrie's upcoming induction into the Columbus Hall of Fame. Statues of Jerrie were recently unveiled at The Works Center for History, Art & Technology in Newark, Ohio, and at Port Columbus Airport. Jerrie is survived by her daughter, Valerie Armentrout of Reynoldsburg, Ohio; sister, Susan Fredritz Reid of Newark, Ohio; grandson, Eddie G. Mock of Quincy, Fla., who cared for her at her home; and 12 grandchildren. She was preceded in death by two sons Gary Mock and Roger Mock, and a sister Barbara Ann Fredritz Sarr. Jerrie requested that no funeral service be held for her and that her ashes be spread across the Gulf of Mexico. Donations in her honor can be made to The Licking County Foundation; The Works Center for History, Art & Technology; or The Jerrie Mock Pilot Club Fund at The Columbus Foundation.

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Published by The Columbus Dispatch from Oct. 2 to Oct. 3, 2014.

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T K

December 28, 2014

I just learned of your death, but wanted to express my gratitude to you. You helped shape women all around the globe with your courage and charisma. Your humbleness and quiet appreciation was captivating. I wish I had the chance to have met you. I would have said thank you for the inspiration to change.
May your new journey give you the means to continue to fly.
Much love

Tanya Beeman

November 22, 2014

Your memory and stories live on. Your legacy will never die.

November 22, 2014

I only knew you for a brief time but you made an impact on me. I loved hearing your wonderful stories. I pray the family takes comfort in the memories that last forever. God Bless- Tanya Beeman (Creath)

T Noto

November 3, 2014

God speed to my hero! You and Charlie are free to soar now and this world is a poorer place without you.

November 1, 2014

Jerrie Mock serves as encouragement to all of us women, to never give up to our dreams and to have a strong determination in life. She left a legacy for others to enjoy. Be assure that now she is resting, but her memory now rest in God's hand. May God grant her family the strength and comfort in their journey of moving forward. Please accept my sincere condolences.

E Barnes

October 31, 2014

A true inspiration to all women...young and old!

Nancy Pimm

October 21, 2014

I'm so sorry for your loss. Jerrie's memory will live on as she is truly an inspiration. God Bless,
Nancy

LAP

October 13, 2014

What legacy of can do spirit and determination she is for the next generation of girls trying to find their place in the world. May the God of peace be with her family during this difficult time.

Marcia

October 6, 2014

I offer my deepest sympathy to Jerrie's family. May the “peace of God that excels all thought” bring you comfort during this difficult time --Philippians 4:7

October 6, 2014

Such a vivacious woman! Such stories! We met in Puerto Angel, Mexico way back. She'so one we'll never forget.
Condolences to all,
Karen and John

J. Lewis

October 5, 2014

To the Mock family, I am very sorry for the loss of your dear loved one. She certainly was a brave lady to fly solo around the world. May you reflect on the memories you shared; and may you find comfort and peace in knowing that you have the opportunity to see her again in God's promised paradise. (John 11:11,21-26,43,44)

October 5, 2014

I'm so sorry for your loss, God does care for you

October 5, 2014

My condolences to your family, the lost of a love one bring pain to families take comfort from God word the Bible knowing that he care.

Charlie Boyle

October 4, 2014

Jerrie,you were a true inspiration.
Godspeed as you fly into the sunset.
Charlie Boyle,
Pres.Chicago chapter Silver Wings

October 4, 2014

With honor to the memory and legacy of Jerrie Mock.
Ever soaring.....

The Ninety-Nines, Inc, International Organization of Women Pilots


http://www.ninety-nines.org/

October 4, 2014

THERE IS PEACE IN THE VALLEY.

CLOUDS OF JOY

October 4, 2014

October 4, 2014

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

Nick Elchert

October 4, 2014

With our deepest condolences, we send our thoughts and prayers to Jerrie's family. My God rest her soul and keep her spirit alive, and allow her to continue to inspire generations of today and tomorrow. May she rest in eternal peace and happiness with our Lord and Father.
From the Margaret (Loesser) Elchert Family, Tiffin, OH

October 4, 2014

I'm sorry for the lost of your dear loved one, in the future you will have the hope of seeing them again.

B Lucas

October 4, 2014

In grassy pastures he makes me lie down; he leads me to well-watered resting-places. ?He refreshes me. He leads me in the paths of righteousness for the sake of his name. My sincere condolence for your loss.

Gail

October 4, 2014

My condolences to the Mock family. I hope that all can have comfort from God during this difficult time.(Isaiah25:8)

October 4, 2014

Sorry for your loss. We have learn many life lessons from Mock journey through life. John 5:28

Columbus Ohio

October 3, 2014

Such a classy lady who flew around the world, kept to herself and raised her family. Kudos to you Jerrie. There is an avenue named after her within a stones throw of Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK) in Columbus, OH. I think of her everytime I pass that avenue going into LCK. My deepest condolences to her family. She certainly did break the glass ceiling. Safe passage.

A Family of Admirers

October 3, 2014

What a great role model Mrs. Jerrie Mock was for women everywhere. Be wholehearted and unrelenting in accomplishing your dream. Yet make it known that you are, thoroughly enjoy, and always will be a lady. Dear family, pray incessantly that treasured memories of your life with Jerrie not only revitalize your joy each day but also fortify your faith in the promised happiness throughout eternity. Our sympathy for your loss!

Ric Lambart

October 3, 2014

Was blessed to know Jerrie back in the 60's when she completed her great flight around the globe. Great lady: warm, friendly, intelligent, gracious and very heroic. A great loss to the pioneering spirit of aviation . . . She didn't like the celebrity life, and sort of dropped out of the limelight not long after her famous solo flight - - - but she'll never be forgotten! The role of women in aviation was never again the same, after she helped break the profession's glass ceiling.

Ursula Davidson

October 3, 2014

Her accomplishments will be an inspiration to women forever.

KEN&MARY O'DANIEL

October 3, 2014

WE ARE SENDING OUR LOVE,PRAYERS,&CONDOLENCES TO THE MOCK FAMILY,FRIENDS,FANS&ALL WHO KNEW MRS. MOCK

KEN&MARY O'DANIEL

October 3, 2014

WE ARE SENDING OUR LOVE,PRAYERS,&CONDOLENCES TO THE MOCK FAMILY,FRIENDS,FANS,&ALL WHO KNEW MRS. MOCK.

Tom Smith

October 3, 2014

I was sorry to hear about the death of Jerrie Mock. Family and friends can look forward to seeing her again with perfect health under the rule of the Prince of Peace forever.

Jack Fink

October 3, 2014

Jerrie gave a presentation of her flight to my 8th grade class in 1964. I was always inspired by her, and started flying myself in 1990 as a result. I read her book "Thirty-eight Charlie" last year, and was amazed at her accomplishment.

Teri Cleeland

October 3, 2014

Jerrie was such an inspiration to me and many others. She graciously shared her story with me, my sister and young niece last April. Her spirit lives on in her example and wonderful book. Condolences to all her family.

Teresa Gallagan-Horning

October 3, 2014

I met her when I was a young girl. She was my inspiration & made me believe that I could & can do anything.She was amazing!

October 3, 2014

ON THE WINGS OF A DOVE,
GOD SENDS HIS PURE SWEET LOVE,
ON THE WINGS OF A DOVE.

Annie Fredritz

October 3, 2014

RIP Jerrie from the Ohio Fredritz families

Leslie Lynch Colopy

October 3, 2014

I am so sorry for your loss. Thank you for sharing your life with us I was blessed to see the presentation at the Zanesville Library. Now you fly with angels wings!

Daneen

October 3, 2014

My condolences to the family. May wonderful memories of your loved one warm your heart and may the God of comfort sustain you in this time of loss.

October 3, 2014

Jerrie was a courageous woman who set a fine example for all who loved and admired her. Psalm 25:16 & 17

Michele Mock-Eberhardt

October 3, 2014

Grandma you was such an inspiration and will live forever in our hearts. You are flying with the angels now.Love you forever and always your granddaughter Michele Son in law Kennedy great grandkids Chazz Aaron Kayla

T. England

October 2, 2014

I saw her on TV a while back and I was so amazed at her bravery! May your wonderful memories give you peace in the days, months and years ahead.
Jerrie Mock- now flying with the angels!

C. Corbett

October 2, 2014

May she rest in peace. She was a true pioneer and inspiration to all women.

Cherye Flocken

October 2, 2014

Rest in peace, classy lady.

October 2, 2014

I offer my sincerest condolences to the family. "... may the God who supplies endurance and comfort" be with you, and help you to endure this troubling time. (Romans 15:5)

T. T.

October 2, 2014

I really believe that Mrs.Jerrie was an awesome example of what can occur when a person believes in his or herself. I especially like the part where it says that as soon as she got off the plane she would put on her high heel shoes. She sounds like she really was aware of her status as a wife, mother, and a lady, and it was just as important being a pilot. I want to be just as balanced and happy in my life as she appeared to be in hers. May the God of the Bible be with the family during this time if bereavement.

October 2, 2014

Thank you for your inspiration, courage, and sense of adventure. May you rest in peace and your loved ones be comforted.

KEN&MARY O'DANIEL

October 2, 2014

WE ARE SENDING OUR LOVE,PRAYERS&CONDOLENCES TO THE MOCK FAMILY,FRIENDS,FANS&ALL WHO KNEW MRS. MOCK.

Not a Cessna 180 but old round gauges back then.

Rick Cremer

October 2, 2014

Jerry was an inspiration to me when I was first starting out in the aviation world. She may be gone but will never be forgotten. My sincere condolences in the loss of your love one.

Lillian

October 2, 2014

What a wonderful accomplishment for Jerrie and a deep lost for the aviation community. May a scripture and Job 33:25 give you comfort in knowing that Jerry will return to the days of her youth.

October 2, 2014

I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your friend or family. The bible can be of some comfort at John 3:16

October 2, 2014

May the God of all comfort be with your family.

Sincerely,

October 2, 2014

My sincere condolences to the family of Jerrie Mock. Treasure your memories of her, and let the God of comfort sustain you at this time.

ER

October 2, 2014

Thank you. As a Buckeye and a child at the time of your flight, I was so proud of you. Now I am even more so. RIP, Jerrie, you are an inspiration for all women and dreamers.

October 2, 2014

What a tremendous life. May the family cherish their memories and hold them dear to their heart.

October 2, 2014

I am sorry for your loss please take comfort in knowing that God Cares personally for you and your family. 1 Peter 5 : 7.

CP

October 2, 2014

God know your pain and care about what you're going through. He sees your tears … 2 Kings 20:5. He invites you to pour your heart out to him in prayer and he will comfort you.

October 2, 2014

My deepest sympathies to the family. May almighty God heal your broken hearts and be a source of strength and comfort to you during this difficult time. Psalms 94:19

Marilynn

October 2, 2014

I am so sorry for your loss of Mrs. Jerrie Mock. My heart goes out to the family during your time of grief. May you find solace in the fact that our Heavenly Father knows what you are going through. He is greater than our hearts and knows all things.-1 John 3:20. Continue to rely on him for strength during this difficult time.

JG

October 2, 2014

My deepest condolences. May you continue to find comfort from family and friends at this time of great sorrow. And may you find comfort in knowing that when God restores Paradise, he will undo all causes of suffering. (Ps. 37:11) Then our tears of sorrow will become tears of great joy.

October 2, 2014

God Bless ... Thanks for paving the way for woman

Carol Schleich

October 2, 2014

What a woman! I worked briefly with Valerie years ago. Condolences to her family.

Tim Moore

October 2, 2014

Carol Eustacec

October 1, 2014

Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.

October 1, 2014

What a role model for our youth. If Mrs. Mock could do it with the technology of that era, why should any of us not set our goals sky high. God bless.
Don Bryson

Katherine Leann Ladd

October 1, 2014

What a great lady!!!! "Oh, I have slipped the surly bonds of earth....put out my hand, and touched the face of God." Thoughts and prayers to the family and friends!!

October 1, 2014

I send my deepest sympathy for the loss of your family member. Jesus Christ introduced the only Kingdom that will reverse the affects of death. Matthew 6:9, 10. So let us keep praying for God's Kingdom to come.

October 1, 2014

What a cool lady! Madam, it is people like yourself, and not NFL stars, that should be serving as an inspiration to the youth of this once great country. Sincerely, Bill & Jan, NY USA

Bev Truax

October 1, 2014

Jerri was my childhood hero and the main reason I wanted to learn to fly. May your memories keep her close while she flies with the angels.

Ps. 55:22

October 1, 2014

Please accept my condolences. At this time throw all your anxiety on Him because he cares for you. with sympathy

Scott Chamberland

October 1, 2014

Rest in Peace

Jill

October 1, 2014

Sorry for your loss. This will be a difficult time, may you find comfort in all of your memories& the peace of God. (Romans15:33)

October 1, 2014

I am so sorry for the loss of your loved one. Please find peace and comfort in Psalms 65:2.

Harry Simpson

October 1, 2014

Thank you for sharing a part of your life with us. Eternal flight now.

October 1, 2014

may the God of comfort be with you and yours revelations chapter 21 verse 3 & 4

SEEB Edmondson

October 1, 2014

To the family, you have my sincere condolences in the loss of your dear love one may the God of Peace comfort you in all your anxiety and trials Phil4:6&7 and 2Cor1:2&3.

October 1, 2014

JERRIE SOUNDS LIKE A VERY DETERMINE WOMEN, WHO ACCOMPLISHED HER DREAMS. MAY THE FAMILY OF JERRIE FIND COMFORT IN THE WORDS OF PSALMS 46:1 WHERE WE'RE TOLD THAT GOD IS OUR REFUGE AND STRENGTH, A HELP READILY FOUND IN TIMES OF DISTRESS.

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