Jerry Keith Aiken, age 85, of St. Clair Shores, Michigan passed away on Monday, July 31, 2023. He was born on November 9, 1937, to parents Louis and Ethel Aiken. He is the beloved husband of 65 years to Barbara A. (Midkiff) Aiken. Loving father to Biff (Deborah) Aiken and Cindy (Jeff) Acton. Cherished grandfather to Rebecca (Edwin Larson) Aiken, Garrett (Fiancée Carla Banuelos) Aiken, Jeffrey II (Jamie) Acton, Leigha (Anthony) Giannetti, Mckenzie (Austin) Ames and Tyler Acton. Great-Grandfather to Jaxon, Eddie, Jack, and Emily. Jerry was preceded in death by his sisters and brothers. He will be missed by his family and friends.
Jerry graduated from Manchester High School in 1956, immediately starting work at Michigan Bell. After marrying his high school sweetheart on June 7, 1958, they had 2 children who kept him busy coaching hockey and baseball, and attending gymnastics, cheerleading, and track competitions. In 1964, he joined the Masons of Michigan where he remained a lifetime member. Upon retirement, he filled his time volunteering at Hammond Hardware and Sandstone Community Church. He was an avid golfer and sports fan. As an all-star Grandpa, he didn't miss an opportunity to teach important life lessons that included being respectful, kind, and selfless and, most recently, taking joy in his great grandchildren. Jerry and Barb have called American House Lakeshore home since 2019, where he has stayed busy gardening, participating in social activities, and was loved by all.
Visitation Sunday, August 6, 2023, from 3:00 - 8:00 pm, with a Masonic Service at 7:00 pm, at the funeral home.
Funeral service will be held on Monday, August 7, 2023, beginning with a gathering at 10:00 am until time of service at 11:00 am, at Kaul Funeral Home 28433 Jefferson Ave., St. Clair Shores, Michigan 48081.
Memorial donations in memory of Jerry are suggested to the Wounded Warriors Project.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.kaul-fh.com for the Aiken family.
