I'm so sorry to hear of Jerry's passing.  I worked with Jerry at the Target Seasonal Warehouse in Mendota, MN.   Even though it was many many years ago we would text or email around his birthday.   He was funny and  a great person.  

Rest in peace Jero.  

Our condolences,  Jerry and I golfed together several times at Pueblo West golf course. Jerry was fun to play with and loved the game of golf. We both hit the ball out of bounce and laugh. As Jerry would say " My only competition is me ".  A exciting person was Jerry, fun to  play golf with.  I drove a truck and delivered to Pueblo Target distribution, that's where I met Jerry.  Jerry was a good golfer ( hole in one-club, WOW! )  I hope to join Jerry someday and golf. 
   Jesus is certainly gonna enjoy golfing with Jerry!
My love to Jerrys family!  ( Great Guy ) .
                                                       your friend-Pete Ma estas

I am so sorry to hear of "dads" passing. I have many memories growing up with Tracy that include Jerry. Words cannot express how sorry I am and hope all your memories get you through this time and the time to come.

I would get surprise emails from Jerry, via Deb.  They were the funniest, cutest, and best for-a-laugh.  Sometimes, Deb would say “Jerry’s  on a roll this week!” or “Jerry hasn’t found anything new lately!”  I would enjoy those so much that I would send them on to others.  I will certainly miss the humor and laughs that were sent my way!  So saddened of your loss.  Lots of love, Julie Quintana 

Dear Deb,
Please accept my deepest sympathy at this trying time.  Jerry was my boss and friend at the Target disgtribution center.  I always enjoyed his quick wit and easy smile!  He was a great person and will be missed by many!
Sincerely,
Scharlee Whitten

Jerry was my Supervisor at Target Distribution Center back when it was fast, fun and friendly. The Holiday Parties and Summer Picnics were a blast. He was so much fun! I remember dancing , drinking and lots of laughing. It was a different world, politically correct was not a thing back then. We just worked hard and had a good time! Because of Jerry I started making frosted brownies. Something my friends still love!
Rest In Peace. My sincere condolences to all his family.  



Our thoughts are with Jerry's family from Dennis and Joe nosal Lansing Michigan

One if the memories from Jerry’s trip to  Pisa, Italy. 

Memories of our Dad, Grandpa, Great-Grandpa and friend. Forever in our hearts! 

I had the good fortune and blessing to work with Jerry at Target in Pueblo.  I was immediately struck by his shear kindnesss, especially the sense of the gentleman he was, in every sense.  I remember when he decided on retiring, he actually stopped by to personally share that tidbit with me before it was announced.  My condolences to Deb and your entire family.  May he rest in peace.

I had the opportunity to work with Jerry at the Target DC in Pueblo.  I will always remember his calm demeanor and his ability to see the forest for the trees.  May God sustain his family during this very difficult time. 

I worked with Jerry at Target in Pueblo, but in one of our conversations discovered we worked down the street from each other in St. Paul, MN, and hung out at the same nearby bar, Eslingers! And then in Pueblo we lived on the same street!  I thoroughly enjoyed working with him. Treasure your memories.

Jerry was my mentor, friend and confidant.  There have been countless times, during the past thirty-five years, when I reached out to get support or advice.  Jerry was always there.
I will miss his friendship and his wit.
I feel very blessed to have known him.

Tracy-Todd-Deb -  I am so sorry to hear about your loss. 
We never really lose those who are dear to us. Their familiar voices whisper to us when we are alone. Their images return to us in dreams. And though at first we are saddened by their departure, in time our sorrow fades and is replaced by vivid memories of happy times spent together. The realization that those memories will live on within us is comforting and allows us to find peace. Memory remains part of the heart forever. Hold tight to memories for comfort, lean on your friends for strength, and always remember how much you are cared about.


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Gerald "Jerry" John O'Connell

4 July, 1935 – 21 May, 2022

Imperial Memorial Gardens Funeral, Cremation & Cemetery

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