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Jerome Matchem Obituary
LIMA — Jerome D. "Jerry/Tick" Matchem, 68, passed away Tuesday, February 9, 2021.
Jerry, as he was known to many, was born on June 22, 1952 in Madisonville, Kentucky to the late Edward Matchem and Clara Glover. He married Rita S. Taylor on October 14, 1974 in Kentucky and she preceded him in death. Jerry is survived by his children: Sonya Kennedy of Rochester, New York, James Hobgood of Rochester, New York, Dana Matchem of Columbus, Ohio and Surena Matchem of Lima; Goddaughter: Desiree Bankston; grandchildren: Ashley Hobgood, Amanda Mcfarland, Aaron Hobgood; Great Granddaughter: London Hobgood; Godson: Lane McNeal; great-great-grandchildren and siblings: Tywonia Matchem, Phyllis Merriweather, Tressa Stunson, James Jones, Jonah Bell, William Sharp, Teresa Matchem and a host of nieces and nephews and his two fur-babies KiKi and Lil'Bit. He was also preceded in death by his sisters Faye Clardy and Gwen Matchem.
Jerry was an active member of the Fourth Street Baptist Church in Lima, OH, where he served as a Deacon. He proudly served his country in the United States Army. Jerry was a founding member of the Kappa Alpha Psi fraternity chapter at Murray State University, where he earned a master's degree in Mechanical Engineering. Jerry stayed connected to his fraternity brothers until he went to be with his beautiful wife. He worked for Westinghouse in Lima, OH as a Mechanical Engineer. He never met a stranger and also leaves behind many good friends, specifically Robert (Bob) Harris of Lima, OH. He loved tooling around in his vegetable garden and maintaining the flowers Rita loved as well… especially his roses. Jerry, will be missed. He was a bright light and kind soul. Please honor Jerry by being kind to everyone you encounter, smile when you see another human and treat yourself to a Butter Bear latte occasionally.
Memorial services will be held in the spring.
Arrangements have been entrusted with the Hanneman-Siferd Funeral Home, 506 N. Cable Rd., Lima, Ohio 45805
Online condolences, as well as a fond memory can be shared with Jerry's family by visiting www.hannemanfuneralhomes.com
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Joice Williams
March 10, 2021
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Rowena and Lisa Broyles-Thomas
March 4, 2021
Our hearts just broke when we learned of Jerry's passing. I (Lisa) met Jerry when he came to Westinghouse back in the 70's. Always friendly, smiling, and eager to help and inspire anyone he met. I (Rowena) met him when he joined 4th Street Baptist Church and was so active in different ministries there. He cared for me as if I was his own mother and I will never forget the love and concern he always showed towards me. We will forever miss him. Please accept our condolences and prayers to the family and everyone who had the pleasure and privilege of knowing him
A Navy Wife
March 2, 2021
Thanks for serving our Country
Rae McCarty
March 2, 2021
I worked with Jerry at Westinghouse. Like the obit said, he always had a smile for everyone. His wonderful personality made him a joy to work with; be it a joke or an inspiration from the Bible, all while trying to help us do a better job. Everybody loved To work with Jerry! Prayers & Blessings to his Family he always bragged on.
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Millie M Pitts
March 1, 2021
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Marion Smith
March 1, 2021
Lovely obituary.
Deepest sympathy to the family of Jerry Matchem
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