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Jerry Last

1940 - 2023

Jerry Last obituary, 1940-2023, Naperville, IL

BORN

1940

DIED

2023

FUNERAL HOME

Friedrich-Jones Funeral Home

44 South Mill Street

Naperville, Illinois

Jerry Last Obituary

Jerry Last, age 82, a resident of Naperville since 1979, passed away peacefully on October 30, 2023. He was born on December 7, 1940 in Lansing, IL. Jerry is survived by his devoted wife of 53 years, Carol (nee Sherman); his loving children, Jerry (Kellie) Last, Jr. of Grand Junction, CO and Jodi (Wayne) Scott of Crown Point, IN; his adored grandchildren, Chad Scott, Ashley Scott, Emily Scott and Tyler Last and great-grandchildren, Eric, Hunter and Hudson Scott; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and great friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, William and Roberta Last, and his siblings, William (Cheryl) Last and Arlene (the late Jack) Leary. Jerry grew up in Lansing, IL. He enjoyed 38 years as a truckdriver/salesman for Budweiser in Shorewood, IL. Throughout his life Jerry loved sports. He enjoyed golfing, bowling, skiing, and playing softball. After his retirement in 1998 Jerry enjoyed spending time in Siesta Key, Florida. Above all, family was Jerry's most cherished treasure. He will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him. Visitation will be Monday, November 6, 10:00 AM until 12:00 Noon at the Friedrich-Jones Funeral Home & Cremation Services, 44 S. Mill St., Naperville. Funeral Services will be at 12:00 Noon at the funeral home. Interment Naperville Cemetery. For information please call 630/355-0213 or visit www.friedrich-jones.com

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Published by Naperville Sun on Nov. 3, 2023.

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Earl and Alice Otto

November 8, 2023

Knew Jerry when we owned and operated Patal´s Liquor Store in Plainfield. He was our driver for Budweiser deliveries for a lot of years. Always a smile, hard worker and a great personality. Prayers of comfort for the family.

November 6, 2023

Sorry for your loss. Still frequent the Lantern from time to time. Recall meeting you and Jerry there after we both retired from I’ll Bell/ AT&T. Diann Kohley

Kenneth Mueller

November 6, 2023

Sorry for lost He was one of the good guys

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JoAnn Fracaro

November 4, 2023

Many fond memories of the Budweiser/softball years. My condolences Carol and all of Jerry´s family. Wonderful guy!

JB Foster

November 3, 2023

So sorry for your loss Carol. Sending prayers. JB and Pat Fostet

William Simpson

November 3, 2023

Sorry for your loss ! Jerry was a great guy ! I worked for Blue Ribbon and my son Pat worked with Jerry for awhile on the truck

Leslie Riccio

November 2, 2023

I'm so very sorry for your loss. Sending prayers to his wife Carol and my dear friend Jodi, and her brother Jerry and their families. Stay Strong JoJo, love you

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10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Friedrich-Jones Funeral Home

44 South Mill Street, Naperville, IL 60540

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6

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12:00 p.m.

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44 South Mill Street, Naperville, IL 60540

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