Gerald "Jerry" Sly

Gerald "Jerry" Sly obituary, Fort Madison, IA

Gerald "Jerry" Sly

Gerald Sly Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Lunning Funeral Chapel on Mar. 9, 2026.
Gerald "Jerry" Sly, 73, of Fort Madison, Iowa, died Saturday, March 7, 2026, at the Southeast Iowa Regional Medical Center in West Burlington.

Born March 10, 1952, he was the son of Glenn and Ruth Sly.

He worked for Shearers for 8 years and previously for C&E before they closed.

He was a gentle person with a gentle soul.

He is survived by his daughter Dawn, sister, Connie Perez of Fort Madison and brothers Keith Sly of Oquawka, Illinois and Kevin Sly of Fort Madison.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

There will be no formal funeral services. According to his wishes cremation has been accorded and entrusted to the care of Lunning Chapel.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

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