Jerry Lee Felker

Jerry Lee Felker obituary, Tomah, WI

Jerry Lee Felker

Jerry Felker Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Nov. 25, 2025.
Jerry L. Felker, age 84, passed away peacefully in his sleep Sunday, November 23, 2025, at Elroy Health Services in Elroy, WI.

Jerry was born on October 20, 1941, in Mauston, to Glenn and Eva Mae (Olson) Felker. He attended New Lisbon High School and graduated in 1960. He was an avid baseball player and outstanding pitcher. He also loved playing pool and played in several leagues in Tomah over the years.

On October 17, 1964, Jerry married Elaine De Ford in Sparta Wisconsin. They were happily married for 41 years until her passing on July 18, 2005. Jerry and Elaine had 2 children, Todd and Susan.

He is survived by his son, Todd (Mary Jo Haas) Felker; Grandchildren, Jena Shaw, Jamie Felker, and Georry (Katie) Felker. Great grandchildren, Jackson, Julian and Jasper Cunitz, Nevaeh Moore and Braydon Felker. Son in law, Delbert Gerke, and many nieces, nephews and relatives. Close friends, Dawn and Tim Harmon.

Jerry worked as a medical specialist at the Medicine Shoppe in Tomah, where he was able to do what he loved, helping people and spending time with his coworkers. He also worked for many years in the area for several Nursing Homes and Assisted living facilities.

Jerry was preceded in death by his wife, Elaine, and his daughter, Susan Gerke.

There will be a celebration of Jerrys Life at a later date.

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