Jerry Dee Brockman

Jerry D. Brockman, 78, of Albuquerque, New Mexico, went home to be with Jesus on August 23, 2025, after a brief illness.

Born on May 13, 1947, in Algona, Iowa, Jerry was the son of Lloyd and Laura Brockman, who preceded him in death. He grew up in Iowa alongside his siblings Jan, Jeff, and Jo, who survive him.

Jerry graduated from Corwith-Wesley High School in 1965, where he fondly remembered his time in sports, and with friends and family, before attending Iowa State University, where he studied sociology. After graduating, he entered the U.S. Army and served faithfully for two and a half years, stationed primarily in Virginia. Following his service, Jerry pursued his master's degree in Parks and Recreation at the University of Missouri, where he met his best friend and the love of his life, Debra (Martin). They were blessed with more than 51 years of marriage filled with love for each other, God, and family.

Over the years, Jerry and Debi lived in Iowa, Arkansas, Oklahoma, and New Mexico. Together they raised two daughters: Kelli (Parrish) Wessels of Thailand and Kristin of Albuquerque. Jerry was the best dad-always present and involved. He never missed a school event or ball game, and he was the best homework helper, listener, and cheerleader his girls could have hoped for. He loved Parrish as a son and found great joy as "Papa," cherishing every moment with Nash, Nora, and Abe Wessels, who all adored him in return.

Over the years, Jerry worked in the insurance industry, forming deep friendships with coworkers and clients alike, offering wise counsel and faithful service. He loved golf, breakfasts with his buddies, travel, his dogs, and cheering on his Cyclones. His legendary handwriting and countless thoughtful emails, notes, and messages were a source of encouragement to many. He will be remembered for his wisdom, integrity, kindness, great laugh, steady faith, and genuine love for others. Jerry's faith in Jesus shaped his life and continues as his enduring legacy through his family and all who were blessed to know him.

A Celebration of Life service will be held on Saturday, September 13, 2025, at 1:00 p.m. at AnchorPoint Church in Rio Rancho, New Mexico. Family and friends are invited to gather in remembrance of Jerry's life and to rejoice in the eternal hope he now fully knows. At the family's request, the atmosphere will be relaxed, and casual dress is welcome.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in Jerry's name may be made to Faith Comes By Hearing at www.faithcomesbyhearing.com or Ezekiel Rain at www.ezekielrain.com (checks may be sent to P.O. Box 6748, Siloam Springs, AR 72761).