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Jerry Fike Obituary
10/25/42 - 5/19/2024
Jerry L. Fike, age 81, of Jasper, MI, passed away on May 19, 2024, at Toledo Hospital surrounded by family and friends. He was born on October 25, 1942, to Kenneth N. and Betty L. (Guthrie) Fike in Ogden Township, MI, one of 6 children. He graduated from Metamora High School in 1960.
On August 14, 1995, he married Teresa "Terri" Smith in Adrian, MI and she survives. He was employed at the Dana Corporation, Roadway Truck Lines, and then for over 40 years on the family farm near Metamora, OH. He enjoyed his various boy toys over the years, going to gun shows and breakfast with his best friend, Ray Wilson and especially enjoyed going to dinner with Terri at Eddie Lee's in Toledo.
In addition to his wife Terri he is survived by his former wives and mothers of his children, Sharon Miller of Winter Haven, FL and Kathy Fike of Toledo, Ohio; daughters, Shea Ducat of Lakeland, FL, Amy (Chad) Kelly of Toledo, OH; stepson, Robert (Gabriella) Smith II of Wesley Chapel, FL; siblings, K. Hal (Becky) Fike of Sylvania, OH, Kathy Carlisle of Prior Lake, MN, Nick (Marcia) Fike of Jasper, MI, Michael (Lisa) Fike of Manitou Beach, MI, and Kristie Quan of Lambertville, MI; grandchildren, Jourdan Ducat, Chelsea Ducat, Shannon Kelly, Tyler Kelly, Lexi Smith, Nikki Smith, Haley Smith, and Emma Smith; nephews and nieces, Doug (Shanelle) Fike, Shannon Fike, Matthew Carlisle, Megan (Peter) Glashagel, Noel (Jennifer) Fike, Kara (Mikel) McClellan, Angie (Jonathan) Parker, Logan (Jade) Quan, and Haley (Christopher) Coscarelli; and special friends, Ray and Carol Wilson.
Jerry was preceded in death by his parents; son, Kevin L. Fike; stepson, Eddie Smith; and brothers-in-law, Wayne Carlisle and Trevor Quan.
Cremation will take place and a memorial service will be held later this summer at the farm.
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Shannon Fike
August 25, 2024
Love you Uncle Jerry I will miss you. You had a good impact on my life.
jerry slota
May 27, 2024
Dear Terri, sorry for you and your families loss. Enjoyed being around with him and friends. Been to the farm a few times with McQueen and others. With Deepest Sympathy, Jerry "Canuck"
Butch kinzel
May 23, 2024
sorry to hear God Bless you Terry
Butch
Glenn Newlin
May 23, 2024
I can echo John Newlin´s sentiments because I remember the same dogs and care. My prayers and heart go out to the family that they may find comfort and peace at this time.
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John Newlin
May 23, 2024
I remember house sitting and taking care of his dogs in the early 80's; some 40 years ago! Jerry was a great family member to be around, and talking about many things besides farming. Yes, he will be missed.
Deb Crawford
May 22, 2024
I am so sorry for your loss. Many prayers go out to you. Love, Deb (Dusty) Duston/Crawford.
Janet Doyle.
May 22, 2024
I have known Jerry since we went to School together in the 50´s So sorry to hear of this tragedy. Prayers to his family and friends.
Becky Fike
May 21, 2024
Jerry loved life and he will be missed by everyone who crossed paths with him.
Jack Slupecki
May 21, 2024
Dear fanily and friends of Jery Fike. I worked with Jerry at Dana for many years in the Engineering lab. Jerry was a great guy, always smiling, laughing and a lot of fun to be around. Jery will be mised but never forgotten. May God grant you peace and comfot in your loss.
Connie
May 21, 2024
Thinking of you at this difficult time. . So sorry for your (and our) loss.
You will be missed at Eddie Lee´s.
Sincerely, Connie (from Eddie Lee´s)
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