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January 23, 2016
January 23, 2016
I first met Jerry in the 70's at 3M. He was one of the first to welcome me and said if he could do anything to let him know. We became good friends.
He was such a wonderful, kind, caring person and a true gentleman.
I will never forget him.
Bev Baker
Ed Shinbach
January 22, 2016
As an "immigrant" to Minnesota, Jerry did more than anyone to help me get comfortable both in this new place to live and at 3M. From playing cribbage at lunch, to helping me fix things around the house, to explaining 3M's many test procedures and ways of doing business, he was always there with a helping hand and a smile. He has always been in my thoughts and will be greatly missed.
Pat Goodall
January 21, 2016
My heart is with all of you! From the day I met Jerry, a genuinely fine, endearing, kind-hearted, spiritually-minded, generous, twinkley-eyed man became my friend. His love for his heavenly Father, Jehovah (with whom Jerry's memory remains forever safe) and for his dear wife and family (whose hearts hold him forever close) truly exemplifies a life well-lived. Much love to you all!
Shannon Pakonen
January 21, 2016
Thinking of you all, sending love and prayers. Soon we will see him playing cribbage and the accordion again!
Jan Harbour
January 19, 2016
Jerry was a kind and caring neighbor and friend to all, he will be missed. My sympathy to all of his family at this time. He is another wonderful person now in God's Heavenly Home.
Jill Williamson
January 18, 2016
What a wonderful, kind man Jerry was. He loved his family so much. Please accept my heartfelt sympathy for your loss.
Leandra Nelson
January 18, 2016
Rest in peace. Uncle. Jerry. Will miss you.
January 18, 2016
Many great times shared with Jerry since 1970s at 3M. We had many great times working together and fishing trips to Canada for many years. A very thoughtful and caring man and a great friend. He will be missed by so many friends that he has made. God bless Mag and family.
Jerry and Mary Benson
leandra nelson
January 18, 2016
May my uncles next journey in heaven be a blessing to him. Safe in the arms of. Jesus. No more pain and suffering. I have great memories of visits. Fishing at nagshead pier for 4 hrs uncle. Jerry. I will remember your loving and caring smiles you were a great caring man and I think of special memories of you will mormor too enjoy the next chapters in heaven. Your loving continues in our minds and hearts

Jerry playng Accordian for us.
Sonja Truxel
January 18, 2016
We have so many good memories of Jerry. He was a wonderful Brother in law and we enjoyed being with him. My children have many good memories of Uncle Jerry and Aunt Margaret visiting us here in Va. He was a fun guy and we will always remember him. He will be missed. Love to you Margaret and family.

Good memories of Jerry
Sonja Truxel
January 18, 2016
Linda Arth
January 17, 2016
Jerry was the most wonderful person I have ever known. He always treated me as if I was one of the family. The best day was when he became a servant of Jehovah. I can't wait until we see him again and hear his laugh. All my love to you Margaret and family.
Marcella
January 17, 2016
I used to work with Jerry at TCM in the late 70's. I have many wonderful memories of my time there. He was a gentle giant. He will be greatly missed.
Lanny Stapp
January 17, 2016
A "Gentile Giant" in many ways, Jerry was like an older brother to me. I will always cherish memories of working with Jerry at 3M and the many fishing trips with the guys. God bless Margaret and family during this difficult time.
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