Jerome Tomko Obituary
Jerry was employed by B.F. Goodrich for 25 years, and later at Medina County Career Center for 15 years. He always liked to make people laugh, and loved children. Jerry was an avid fisherman, hunter, and hiker, and enjoyed spending time at his Pennsylvania camp. His heart was always in the Pennsylvania mountains. He also liked gardening and hunting for mushrooms, and always had a project to work on.
He is survived by his wife, Doris whom he shared 70 years together; daughter, Brenda (Allen) Leach; sons, Richard (Lisa) Tomko, Glen (Marsha) Tomko, and Eric Tomko; 8 grandchildren; 3 great-grandchildren; and sister, Judith (Dan) Campion of Williamsport, PA. In addition to his parents, Jerry was preceded in death by his son, Mark.
Visitation will be Thursday, January 8, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Parker Funeral Home, 210 Medina St., Lodi, Ohio. Funeral Mass will be Friday, January 9, at 10 a.m. at Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church, 260 Broad St., Wadsworth, Ohio. Fr. Joe Robinson will preside. Inurnment will be at Spencer Cemetery in Spencer, Ohio.
If desired, memorial contributions may be made to Medina County SPCA, or Alzheimer's Association at www.alz.org.
Online condolences may be shared at www.parkerfuneralhomes.com.
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Jane Campbell
January 2, 2026
Jerry was a fine man. He was my oldest nephew and was fun to be around when I would go to visit as a young girl. God is getting a fine angel.
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Kayla Baker
January 1, 2026
I'll always remember going on walks with the dogs in the backyard with him. And the hugs, and the smile he had when he saw us. He and my grandmother built homes full of love, color, and fun. They created a gathering place at camp where family came together, and could appreciate peace and nature. A lot of my happy and important life memories in life have been spent at the camp he made, and at the holidays they hosted. I'm going to really miss him and his strong loving presence. Love you Grandpa.
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