Jerry Lee Case

Jerry Lee Case
Jerry Lee Case of Charlotte, MI, passed away on Monday, July 22, 2024, at the age of 54. He was born on August 7, 1969, in Hastings, MI, to Clayton and Vivian (Benton) Case. Jerry grew up in Hastings and graduated with the class of 1987. Following graduation, he enlisted in the United States Marines, where he served with dedication until a motorcycle accident ended his military career. Jerry was a devoted soldier who took immense pride in his service to the country.
Jerry spent his professional career at Pro Tech Manufacturing, where he worked as a welder, later becoming a supervisor, and eventually concluded his career in maintenance. Jerry had a talent for making things and loved building and remodeling. He was passionate about the outdoors and cherished every moment he could spend outside. Jerry enjoyed camping, tending to his lawn, and finding peace while riding his lawnmower. In his youth, he loved taking trips with friends to the sand dunes at Crystal Lake, where he would ride his quad. Above all, Jerry was a devoted husband and son who was very loving.
Jerry was preceded in death by his great-grandparents, grandparents; father, Bud Case; sister-in-law, Stacey Holt; mother-in-law, Mary Holt; and his beloved dogs, Bailey and Rusty. He is survived by his wife, Evelyn "Nicky" Case; sisters, Pam (Michael) Wireman, Linda Smith, and Sue Dryer; in-laws, Scott Holt, Sherry (William Stayley) Holt, Kenny Holt, Jerry (Lori) Meredith, and Vicky Benning; his dogs, Griffith, Rippley, and Tobey; and numerous nieces and nephews.
A memorial service will be held on Saturday, October 12, 2024 at 1:00PM at the American Legion Post 45 in Hastings, MI. Memorial contributions may be made to the National Veteran Foundation or the Tunnel to Towers Foundation in his memory. To share memories or leave online condolences, please visit www.SkinnerFuneralHomes.com.