Jerry served with the US Marines, Air Force and police department.
He is survived by his wife of 38 years, Francine Freeman; children, Steven Freeman Sherry, Stephanie Smith Bryan, Jay, Tracy and Trinna Freeman; brother, Herman Freeman Judy; sister, Linda Strong David; sister-in-law, Mary Ann Miller Ronnie; numerous nieces and nephews; and dear friends, John, Chris and Rani Gatrelle. He is safely home in Heaven.