Gerald "Jerry" Wasmund

Gerald "Jerry" Henry Adolph Wasmund, of Cecil, passed away on Thursday, May 1, 2025, at the age of 90, surrounded by family. He will always be remembered for his teasing, laughter, hard work ethic and love of family and God. Jerry had a passion for fishing, hunting and gardening, which he did into his 80's and was always active in his church.
Jerry was born October 22, 1934 in Hintz, Wisconsin. He worked on the family farm and drove milk truck. He joined the Army in November 1952 and served active duty until December 1955. Jerry served in the Korean War and fought in combat with heavy artillery fire for months prior to being wounded and earning his Purple Heart medal. He also received the Combat Infantry Badge, Distinguished Unit Citation, Korean Service Medal, United Nations Service Medal and National Defense Service Medal. On July 27, 1953 the long awaited "Cease Fire" was signed, and Jerry drove for the General for the remainder of his service; the General choose him because of how meticulous he was. He served in the Army reserve from 1955 until 1960. Jerry was honored to be selected for the Old Glory Honor Flight and to be recognized in 2019 at the Suring Pride Military Night.
Jerry moved to Milwaukee after his service where he became a Mechanist at P&H Harnischfeger for the next 45 years. He married Jene Ann Kirk February 14th, 1957.
Jerry is survived by his children, Marsha (Dan) Hurley of Lakewood CO, David (Shelly) Wasmund of Jackson WI and Diane (Bob) Patza of Cecil WI; Jackie Voit of Milwaukee, WI who he loved as his daughter; nine grandchildren; seven great grandchildren; one great-great grandchild; brothers, Rick (Kristy) Wasmund and William (Valerie) Wasmund of Burlington WI; ex-wife of 30 years, Judy Wasmund, and her children, Ellen Sliwinski and Glen Sutherland.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Jene Ann Kirk; parents, Herman Wasmund and Helen (Giese) Dittman; brother, Jr (Joyce) Wasmund; sisters, Donna (Leon) Larsen, Isabel Wasmund, and Sharon Welsh.
Visitation will be held on Saturday, May 10, 2025 at Bethel Lutheran Church (N6955 County Rd Bb, Cecil, WI 54111) from 9:45 AM until the funeral service at 10:45 AM with Pastor Keith Sorlie officiating. He will be interred at Bethel Lutheran Cemetery with military honors. Gruetzmacher Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements. Online condolences can be expressed at www.gruetzmacherfuneralhome.com.
All gifts will be presented to Bethel Church in memory of Jerry.