Gerald W. "Jerry" Ninmann

Gerald "Jerry" W. Ninmann passed away on Saturday, August 23, 2025, at Watertown Regional Medical Center, surrounded by his loving family.

A memorial service will be held on Saturday, September 13, 2025, at 2 p.m. at Hafemeister Funeral Home. Family and friends may gather at Hafemeister Funeral Home from 11 a.m. until the time of the service. A private burial will take place at St. Isadore Cemetery in Clyman at a later date. Memorials, if desired, may be directed to the family. Hafemeister Funeral Home and Cremation Service is serving the family. Online condolences may be made at www.hafemeisterfh.com.

Gerald "Jerry" Willard Ninmann was welcomed into the world on October 29, 1955, in Watertown, the beloved son of Willard and Mary Jane (nee Schuett) Ninmann. He grew up in the area, attending Clyman Elementary before graduating from Dodgeland High School in 1973. Jerry served his country in the United States Air Force. He was faithfully employed longest with Zastrow Heating and Cooling and Dale's Service, where he worked for his brother until his retirement.

Jerry was a true Wisconsinite, filled with state pride and an unwavering loyalty to its teams. He was a devoted fan who passionately cheered for all Wisconsin sports, especially his beloved Packers and Brewers. He treasured his time on the golf course with his best buddy, Jim, and found quiet joy at home in the companionship of his two cherished cats.

Jerry is survived by his longtime girlfriend, Mary Hassler; children, Carrie (Frank) Homme, Deanna (Nick) Zubke, and Elizabeth Bernabei; grandchildren, Kaylee (Austin) Sulzer, Jada and Brayden Homme, Alexis, Callie, and Samantha Zubke, and Cameron and Colton Bernabei; siblings, Dale Ninmann, Jane (Mark) Pieper, Cindy (Daryl) Tonn, Allen (Janie) Ninmann, Theresa (Jim) Heese, and Lisa (Paul) Kressin; lifelong friend, Ray Teson; as well as nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends.

Jerry is preceded in death by his parents; sister-in-law, Nancy Ninmann; and nephew, Tyler, in infancy.