Jerry was born to Louis CMSGT. USAF (Ret.) and Marjorie Rocha in Roswell, New Mexico. Jerry is preceded in death by his mother, Marjorie. He is survived by his father, Louis; children, Stephanie Simpson (Scott), Justin Rocha and Kaylee Hitter (Ryan); grandchildren, Emerson and Olivia Simpson, and Brody Hitter; brothers, Kenneth Rocha (Marge) and Patrick Rocha (Kathy) as well as niece and nephews Laura, Steven, Jason, Travis and Austin. Jerry enjoyed going dancing, country music, rodeos, playing golf and being around those he loved.
The family will receive visitors on Saturday, May 22, 2021 from 10:30 a.m. until 12:00 noon at Porter Loring Mortuary North.