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Gerald "Gerry" Hudson
1946 - 2023
Gerald "Gerry" Hudson
1946 - 2023
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Gerald "Gerry" Hudson
Gerald "Gerry" Hudson age 76, passed away January 9, 2023.
Gerry was born in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, to Roy and Eileen Hudson. Soon after his birth, Gerry, his siblings, and parents immigrated, by train, from Canada to Helena, Montana, where his father had trained with the First Special Service Force. Gerry graduated from Helena High School in 1964 and from the University of Montana in 1969. He married the love of his life, Jane Little, in 1968 in Sidney, Montana. Gerry learned at a young age the meaning and value of hard work. Because of this, he had many successful careers.
He is remembered lovingly as a caring husband, loving father, dear brother, special uncle, loyal friend, and supportive mentor. He had a big heart, brilliant mind, endless passion, enormous creativity, engaging wit, infinite leadership skills, and undying loyalty. He touched the lives and hearts of so many.
Gerry is survived by his wife of 54 years, Jane Hudson, his son Ivan Zheraldovich, son-in-law Fabio Zuluaga, sister Marilyn Hudson, twin brother Jim Hudson, brothers-in-law: David Little and Mike Little, and nephews and nieces: Steve Winslow, Karen Bentley, Geoffrey Hudson, Leah Hudson, Brett Cyril Little, and Michelle Little.
A memorial service will be held for Gerry on Monday, January 30, 2023, at the Oasis in Venture Out Resort, 5001 E Main St, Mesa, Arizona, at 4:00 PM MST.
Gerry's beautiful spirit lives on. He will be missed.D
onations may be made in Gerry's honor to the following organizations: Shriners Hospitals for Children for Transportation Fund, 911 West 5th Ave, Spokane, WA 99204, Hillsdale College for the James D. Waltermire Scholarship 33 E College St, Hillsdale, MI 49242.
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Donna Sweeney
February 2, 2023
Dear Jane,
I´m so sorry for you as you deal with Jerry´s passing. My memories of Jerry are all at King of Glory Lutheran church. Especially when he preached the sermon. One sermon that I shall never forget is why KOG does not have stained glass windows....our mission is outreach. We need to see our community and it´s needs.
Ned and Billie Herrin
January 31, 2023
Dear Jane-You are in our thoughts and prayers on Gerry´s passing. The comments about him definitely described all the wonderful qualities of his life.
Ned and Billie Herrin
Suzanne Redinger
January 28, 2023
Becky Johnston
January 26, 2023
I am so sorry to hear of Gerry's passing. What a wonderful person..I remember him with fun and such fondness.. thinking of you Jane...Ramona Niewoehner
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Susan DeBree
January 24, 2023
My sincere sympathy to the family of Gerry. My memory of him is one where he always had a big smile and enjoyed life. He was one of the people that made the class of 64 reunions come to life.
Harold and Edie Frank
January 24, 2023
So sorry to hear of Gerry´s passing Jane. Sending hugs and prayers to you and your family.
Kristi Conroy
January 23, 2023
Jane and Ivan, I´m so sorry to hear of Gerry´s passing. My fond memories date way back to Floberg days in the early 80´s. I´m sending you hugs and prayers and praying all your wonderful memories will sustain you through the days ahead. Gerry will always be with you.
Joan wilson
January 23, 2023
Jerry was a dear friend and a fun person to spend time with He had such a great smile that brought brightness to any room
His passion ifor anything to do with art and glass you name it he got involved and learned it and then shared it with many he will be dearly missed and never forgotten
Hugs to you Jane your friend Joan Wilson
Barbara Lasko Hopper
January 23, 2023
Well, there's that wonderful smile (ear to ear) and a twinkle in his eye! I graduated with Gerry in 1964 (oh my Lord!) and remember his upbeat personality and his embrace of life...he was just a friendly guy and, of course, that smile....I believe I last saw Gerry and Jane at our 50th HS reunion....he was always approachable and happy to see you. Life just whizzed by and I will remember him fondly. RIP dear Gerry.
lorri case
January 23, 2023
I met Gerry while selling real estate at Floberg Realtors in the '80s. He wrote the best CMA's of all of us. So organized and tidy. RIP Gerry and my sincere sympathy to his faithful wife Jane of 54 years.
Mary
January 23, 2023
We are so sorry to hear about Gerry. I will him at Glass Arts. He was always so helpful. When we walked passed your house he was always sitting at his computer and we would wave at him. We enjoyed stopping and talking to him. He always had that kind smile that was contagious. We were blessed to have Gerry in our lives. Gerry will be greatly missed by all. Earl and Mary Niehoff
Pet Brilz
January 22, 2023
Jane, so sorry to hear of Gerry´s death. Thoughts and prayers for you and your family.
Judy Sell
January 22, 2023
Jane,
We´re so very sorry for the loss of Gerry, your best friend, and love of your life for 53 years. We are so thankful to have met you both on a VO bus tour to Palm Springs. I´ll never, ever forget our memorable trip to the top of the mountain in the tram. And finding Gerry to be the 1st person off the tram. Have loved you both ever since. Judy & Rob Sell
Sharon Emslie
January 22, 2023
I was so sorry to hear of Gerry's passing. We met at the Glass Studio in Venture Out a few years ago. He was so generous with his time, always willing to stop and offer advice, inviting us to try new things... anything was possible! He was so wise in the glass world. He was a great person on the Board as well... so knowledgeable, knew the Club's history like the back of his hand! We had planned to meet when I returned to AZ in March...Godspeed my friend.
Carol Beam
January 22, 2023
Sending hugs to Jane - it is very hard to lose your husband who was also your best friend. I am recalling so many great memories and smiling because of them.
Brian and Jean Peacock
January 22, 2023
Jane and family, Please accept our condolences on Gerry's passing. I have many memories of sharing a dorm room with him. Sorry we have been out of touch. Blessings !
Jim Weidman
January 22, 2023
Jane, so sorry for your loss. Jerry was one of the good ones.
Mike Goff
January 22, 2023
Jim,
So sorry to hear about Gerry's passing. You are in my thoughts and prayers. May he Rest In Peace.
Mike Goff
Doug Benge
January 22, 2023
Hi Jane: So sorry to read of Gerry’s passing in this morning’s paper. We were fraternity brothers back in the day. Haven’t had contact for a long time. Great guy, solid, straight shooter, genuine, good worker at the fraternity. My condolences on your loss. He will be missed. I’m not ready for members of our generation to check out yet. Best wishes.
Dick Meyers
January 22, 2023
Gerry was a neighbor up on Avalon, friend & client of mine. Very much enjoyed him in ALL capacities! RIP
Pamela Strietmatter
January 22, 2023
Jane and Ivan, I'm sorry to read the passing of Gerry. He was such a wonderful man, his memory will live on forever. Prayers and big hugs to you both. Pam
Susie Cooper Linnell
January 22, 2023
Jerry entered my life in real estate. He was a valuable source and friend. He will be missed by all in the RE business. Fond memories, Susie Cooper Linnell
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