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Gerald Martinson Obituary
Brillion - Gerald A. "Jerry" Martinson, age 79, of Brillion, passed away peacefully at his home on Saturday December 22, 2018. He was born in Hawkins, WI on July 10, 1939, son of the late Marshall and Josephine Martinson. On May 12, 1962 he married Kathryn "Kay" Jensen at St. Mary Catholic Church in Brillion. Jerry served his county in the U.S. Army from 1963 to 1965. After his military service, he worked as a mechanic at the Brillion Iron Works until retiring in 2002. He was a volunteer fire fighter for the City of Brillion for 25 years and served as Chief for many years. Jerry was a member of Holy Family Parish in Brillion and the Becker Bloedorn Jensen American Legion Post #126 of Brillion. He was very proud of his Honor Flight to Washington D.C. in April of this year. He also enjoyed hunting, fishing, visiting and spending time with family and friends. He is survived by his wife Kay, his children, Dorene (David) Spatchek, Brad (Bonnie) Martinson, Karla (John) Jenquin, 5 grandchildren, Jennifer (Rodd) Reichardt, Pat (Mindy) Schuh, Brandon Spatchek, Zach Jenquin and Levi Jenquin, 5 great grandchildren, Carter and Lydia Schuh, Lilly, Emma and Rory Reichardt, 2 brothers, Roger (Char) Martinson, Bill (Marcia) Martinson and a brother-in-law Jim (Pat) Jensen and many nieces, nephews and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, father-in-law and mother-in-law Harold and Monica Jensen and a brother-in-law Richard "Chugger" Jensen. Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Friday December 28, 2018 at 1:00 p.m. at Holy Family Catholic Church, 1100 West Ryan St. Brillion. The Rev. Tom Pomeroy will officiate; burial will be in Holy Family Cemetery, Brillion. Visitation will take place at the church on Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. In Lieu of flowers, a memorial fund has been established in Jerry's name. Online condolences may be made at:
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Bob/Mary Lee Hoffman
January 3, 2019
So glad we got to know Jerry and our talks at the reunions were always fun. Had a lot in common with our gardening, etc. You could tell he was close to his Lord when working or talking about working outside and growing things to share. Our sympathy to all the family as It's always SO hard to lose a loved one as we all know.
Jerome-Sharon Fischer
December 28, 2018
Our sympathy to the Martinson Family. We got a chance to spend some time talking to Jerry and his wife, Kay at his daughter-in law's birthday party. I am glad we could share some great and last times with Jerry. He always had a smile when talking to him. We will keep your family in our prayers. God Bless!
Jerome and Sharon Fischer-Brillion
Janet M. Fontaine
December 26, 2018
sorry about the loss of Jerry to his family and friends . But he's now a angel with wings . Fly high Jerry Fly high. love and hugs to u Kate . jan fontaine
Jo Ann Mignon
December 26, 2018
Jerry was a wonderful man he had a smile the could change a bad day into a good one. I always enjoyed seeing him and talking with him while on patrol. He will be missed by so many.
Shelly Tenor
December 26, 2018
Im so grateful to have known Jerry. Thankful for his service to our country and his service to the community. He was a kind and generous man who casts a positive shadow on others. Kay, Karla, Dorene and Brad ~ You all have my deepest condolences. Love to you all!
December 26, 2018
Thank you for your service to our country. May you rest in peace.
Linda and Mark DeKeyser
December 25, 2018
We are saddened to hear that Jerry passed away. Thank you Jerry for all of your service to the community.
You will be missed.
May your family and friends find comfort in happy memories shared with you.
Jenniffer Allgaier
December 25, 2018
So sorry for your loss, Karla and family. Thinking of you all at this difficult time. May your hearts be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
JANELLE WORDELL
December 24, 2018
WHAT A GREAT MAN HE WILL TRULY BE MISSED BY MANY. MAY GOD BLESS KAY AND HER FAMILY AT THIS DIFFICULT TIME
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