Gerald “Jerry” Krumdieck, 80, passed away peacefully on May 14, 2022 comforted by the love of family and friends. He was born and raised in Norwood, OH and was the youngest child of Robert and Dorothy Baker Krumdieck who preceded him in death along with his wife of 44 years, Judith Marting Krumdieck in 2016, a brother and his wife, Ronald and Jackie Krumdieck and a brother-in-law, Robert Franke.
He is survived by his sister, Freida Franke, an aunt, Ella Baker, sisters-in-law, Jan (Tom) Campbell, Jill Crabtree, Jennifer (Bill) Heiser and a brother-in-law, Jim (Beth) Marting, an abundance of nieces, nephews, cousins and dear friends, including John and Lisa Fulton, Christopher Bruegge, and Al and Gayle Hiser.
After high school, Jerry attended culinary school in New York City. He spent his entire career in the food service industry, serving in various management roles at Lutheran Senior City, Mount Carmel East Hospital, Adena Hospital in Chillicothe and First Community Village. Jerry enjoyed good food and had a gift for creating it. He and his wife, Judy, were passionate about travel and together they delighted in collecting memories and mementos from their many journeys. Jerry was among the first to move into the Wesley Woods senior community in New Albany and he relished its vibrant culture. Jerry was elected president of the resident association, hosted movie viewings, and could often be found on the winning team in trivia contests. He was well known for his hilarious storytelling, wry wit, and terribly effective sarcasm. Those who knew him best likely still suffer a lingering stitch from the belly-laughs he provoked. Most importantly, he had an enormous heart with room in it for multitudes. His warm smile and eyebrow arched in amusement will be deeply missed.
Visitation will be held at SCHOEDINGER NORTHEAST, 1051 E Johnstown Rd, Gahanna on Saturday May 21, 2022 from noon until 2PM with a funeral service immediately following. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the Wesley Wood Employee Emergency Fund. Inurnment will take place at a later date. To share memories and condolences, please visit www.schoedinger.com.
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