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BORN
10/10/1934
DIED
07/10/2025
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Jerry Carey Obituary
Jerry graduated from Coolidge High School (Washington, D.C.) in 1952. He served in the United State Air Force 1952-1956 in North Japan, Korean War. He returned home and continued his education at Michigan State University (MSU) where he earned his BA (1960) and MA (1963) in Education. He met Roseline Gwisdalla while attending MSU and they married in June 1960.
In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by Roseline, his devoted wife of 62 years. He is also predeceased by two brothers Burl Carey and James Carey and two sisters Ellen (Carey) Lindholm and Aileen (Carey) Overley, one son, Christopher, two grandsons, Ben and Alex, and one son-in-law, Terry Bond.
Jerry is survived by; one brother, Robert Carey, one son, Kevin (Lisa) Carey; one daughter-in-law, Kelly Bond; one granddaughter, Alianna; and two grandsons, Elliot and Wyatt.
Jerry worked in the Jackson Public Schools as a teacher and counselor for 30 years. He loved the game of golf and during retirement he played and worked on the Sparrow Hawk Golf Course. He was also an accomplished tennis player and a devoted fan.
Throughout his life, he was faithful to the Lord and devoted to his family. He enjoyed spending time with friends; he also cherished the two German shepherd dogs, Alyssa and Valerie.
Per his wishes, Jerry has been cremated. Please visit www.hamptonfuneralhomes.com to sign the guestbook and/or send a condolence to the family. Those who wish to do so can make a memorial contribution to one of his favorite charities, Tunnels to Towers Foundation. https://t2t.org.
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John Raut
July 28, 2025
Jerry was my counselor in High School before I became a teacher and friend at Parkside HS. He always had a special smile when you greeted him. I last saw Jerry when he and his close friend Herb Furnas met me for breakfast
about a year ago. It was a very special time and memory for me.
Sherry (Hite) Towers
July 23, 2025
Kevin and family, so sorry to hear of your Fathers passing. God bless you and yours during this difficult time.
Allen & Phyllis Pitmon
July 22, 2025
Kevin and family,
We are sorry to learn of your dad´s passing. I knew Jerry from Jackson high school and always admired his humor and kindness.
Jerry and Rose started attending Rives Baptist Church as few years before Rose´s passing. They truly had a deep love and it was good reconnecting with them. Our sincere condolences and our prayers.
Jessie
July 21, 2025
I enjoyed him at arbor north. He was a sweet,kind and funny man. So sorry for the loss.
Sandy VanWormer
July 21, 2025
Dear Carey family, I just heard about Jerry's home going. I knew him and Rose from Rives Baptist Church. Now he is resting with Jesus and Rose. So happy to have known him. Such a nice man. Love to his family. Sandy VanWormer, Rives Baptist Church.
Esther & Owen Oswald
July 20, 2025
Sending our condolences for the loss of your father Kevin and Lisa.
We understand your dad has had struggles these past months. Thank you for being a loving family that has cared for Jerry. His struggles are over and he is in Heaven with his Saviour and loved ones
Our thoughts and prayers are with you, your sons and extended family
Love, Aunt Esther & Uncle Owen
July 20, 2025
Thank you for your service
Mr. Carey.
Karen Kurzynowski
July 19, 2025
So sorry to learn of Jerry's passing. Our house was a good breaking point during their regular walking routine. We would put chairs out and chat for a bit. Jerry kept the tradition up until he moved out of the neighborhood. He and Rose were very special people and are missed. Sending love and prayers.
Jim Schultz
July 18, 2025
Mr Carey was a great guy and my favorite counseler at Parkside H S class of 65 . He will be missed by all who knew him . May God bless him and his family at this time of sorrow. Thank you for your service too . May he now rest in eternal peace. Jim Schultz
Robert Smith
July 17, 2025
We will miss Jerry tremendously. He and Rose were wonderful neighbors for 40 years. He was very kind to me being a U of M fan. May God Bless Him and May You Rest in Peace our Friend.
May the Family accept our sincere condolences on your loss.
Bob and Colleen Smith
Linda McGarvey
July 17, 2025
Jerry came faithfully once a year to his optometrist where I worked, I always enjoyed working with him, always had a smile, I´ll miss him
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