Jerry Conner

1934 - 2025

Jerry Conner

July 2, 1934 - December 9, 2025

Jerry W Conner, 91, of Davenport passed away Tuesday, December 9th, 2025, at Clarissa C Cook Hospice House, Bettendorf.

A mass of Christian burial will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday, December 16th with visitation one hour prior at the church, followed by Entombment at St. Mary's Cemetery, East Moline. Luncheon to follow at Friends Circle Club Moline, from 12 to 4 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to Alleman High School.

Jerry was born July 2, 1934 in Moline, the son of Frank and Lucy (Noe) Conner. Frank passed away in 1935. Lucy later married Achel Rodts. Achel was a Loving and devoted father. Jerry married Jeannine Zerull August 1, 1953 at Sacred Heart church, Moline.

Jerry was a 1952 Alleman High School graduate. He retired from International Harvester, East Moline Works in 1984 as a Buyer and Analyst Programmer. He was co-owner of Antique Auto Specialties and Friendly Bench Company.

Jerry enjoyed fishing and was an accomplished woodworker and cabinet maker. He was an avid corvette fan and collector. He also enjoyed visiting antique shops with his special friend Jean. Jerry was a loving father and provider to his five children. He genuinely enjoyed talking to people and hearing their stories, and they enjoyed hearing his. It was always fun engaging in conversations about the history of the Quad Cities and the many restaurants we all remember and miss.

Jerry was preceded in death by his parents, many beloved family members, and many special friends.

Survivors include his children, Mark (Maggie) Conner, Orion, David Conner; and special friend, Gwen Johns and her children, Mike and Michele Sumner, Red Lake, Minn., Craig Conner, Moline, Robin (Brad) Hunt, Bettendorf and Karin Conner, Moline. Jerry's grandchildren include, Kurt Conner, Rachel Hunt and Kristina Burris. Great-grandchildren, Jack, Joseph, Juniper, Milena, Madilyn, Callie and special cousins. Jerry also leaves behind a few special friends that he truly cherished.

The family would like to express their gratitude to Dr. Seemann, MercyOne Genesis, Friendship Manor and especially the Clarissa C. Cook Hospice House, where he received expert care and found comfort.

Condolences may be left at www.RaffertyFunerals.com.