He was preceded in death by his parents, Eugene and Elizabeth; brother, Michael; and beloved dog, Quiz.
Jerry will be missed by his sons, Jon (Karli) and Bryan; their mother, Dixie Neilson; granddaughter, Parker; other family and friends.
Jerry was very active in his church, Zion Lutheran, as well as the ELCA. He loved traveling, jazz music concerts, and eating good meals.
Special thank you to Summers, Grace, and Tiffany for their love and care.
Visitation Sunday, October 28 from 3-6pm with prayer service at 5:30 at Wulff Woodbury Funeral Home, 2195 Woodlane Dr., Woodbury. Funeral Service Monday, Oct. 29 at 11am with visitation one hour prior at Zion Lutheran Church, 8500 Hillside Tr. S, Cottage Grove.