Jerome Leroy Masserant

Jerome Leroy Masserent was born March 29, 1934, in Monroe, Michigan. He was one of eight children, the only boy born to Leo Masserant and Luella (Hoffman) Masserant. He enlisted in the United States Army where he obtained his GED. He proudly and honorably served his country.
Jerome was a faithful man of God, having been a lifelong member of St. Charles Catholic Church, Newport, where he married his bride, Janis Johnston. They settled near the shores of Lake Erie where he provided for his family while working in the Roll Shop of McLouth Steel's Gibraltar plant for thirty-nine years.
Jerome was loyal to the Detroit Lions and the Detroit Tigers sports teams. He also enjoyed word search and jigsaw puzzles.
Jerome spent much of his time nurturing a vegetable garden. Each spring, he eagerly prepared the soil to plant tomatoes, cucumbers, onions, and bell peppers. His garden was a place where he found great comfort in watching his plants grow and flourish, which he shared with neighbors and family.
Fishing was another joy that Jerome shared, especially with his sons. Together they spent many hours on Lake Erie. Their adventures occasionally took them north to the waters near Mancelona for the annual family vacation, where he enjoyed searching for Petoskey stones.
Jerome and Janis enjoyed visiting casinos, having developed a fun tradition they lovingly called their "loop." It was never about the stakes, but the pleasure of spending time together.
In his community, Jerome was widely appreciated for his volunteer work at St. Charles church and cemetery. He dedicated himself to assisting with various projects. After retirement, Jerome took pride in maintaining the cemetery grounds, a task he performed with dedication and respect for those resting there.
Jerome Leroy Masserant, age 91, of Newport, passed away unexpectedly at 3:12pm on Monday; November 3, 2025, at ProMedica Monroe Regional Hospital. His passing was preceded by his parents; three sisters: Betty Premoe, Eileen Wright, and Janice Gotha; and two daughters-in-law: Jessica and Marilyn.
To cherish his memory, he leaves his wife of sixty years: Janis; three sons: Brian, Brad (Jen and Steve (Wendy Kalfayan); four sisters: Donna Billmaier, JoAnn (Charles) Althaver, Judith Hale, and Rose (Roger) Post; six grandchildren: Kyle Masserant, Troy Masserant, Alyssa (Justice) Gonzalez, Stacy Masserant, Alexis (Joe) Cavins, Joseph Kupovitz; and one great grandchild: Enzo "little guy" Cavins.
He will lie in state on Friday; November 7, 2025, from 10:30am until 11:30am at St. Charles Catholic Church; 8125 Swan Creek Road, Newport, Michigan 48166. A Mass of the Resurrection will take place at the church at 11:30am. A procession to St. Charles Cemetery will immediately follow for burial. His care has been entrusted to Merkle Funeral Service, North Monroe; 2442 North Monroe Street, Monroe, Michigan 48162 (734) 384-5185.
Memorial donations may be made to St. Charles Catholic Church or a charity of the donor's choice.
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