Age 47, of Coon Rapids, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family on Sept. 30, 2011. Preceded in death by father Willis, sister Marilyn Thunstrom, nephew Scott Thunstrom. Survived by loving wife Vicki; mother Florence; children Jerry Jr., Brandy, Tanner; grandchildren Noah and Emma; siblings LuAnne (David) Everett, Thomas; mother-in-law Denese McAfee; many loving nieces and nephews. Funeral service 1PM Friday, 10/7/11, at Way of the Lord Church, 804 131st Ave. NE, Blaine. Visitation 5-8PM Thursday at Gearhart Funeral Home, 11275 Foley Blvd. NW, Coon Rapids and 1 hour prior to services at church. Interment at Morningside Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers memorials preferred.