"Pat & family, I went to school in Omaha with Jerry many years ago. I dealt with him often when I was in the auto and truck business in Iowa. His attitude and his abilities define the word "service". I'm sure he is missed buy the entire community. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Jim & Jolene Wolfe Phoenix, AZ"
In loving memory of
Jerry Walker
October 21, 2008
Interment: St. Michael's Catholic Cemetery ~ Whittemore, Iowa
Jerry James Walker was born September 2, 1944, the son of Robert and Catherine (Priester) Walker in Algona Iowa.
After graduating from Garrigan High School in 1962, Jerry attended Auto Body Trade school in Omaha. He spent three years working in Carroll, Iowa, before enlisting in the Air Force, where he served from 1965 to 1968, serving one year in Viet Nam. Upon honorable discharge from the service he returned to Whittemore where he was employed by Elbert Chevrolet as a parts manager. Jerry retired this past June after almost 40 years of service.
On August 8, 1970, Jerry was united in marriage to Pat Schumacher in Algona. They moved to Whittemore where they raised four children. Jerry lived his entire life in Whittemore. He was a 40 year member of the Seely-Walsh Post #425 American Legion and St. Michael's Holy Name Society.
Jerry passed away October 21, 2008, at his home in Whittemore surrounded by his family following a courageous fight against cancer. He was 64.
Left to cherish his memory is his wife, Pat, children, Karla of Whittemore, Scott and wife Shaunna of Lincoln, NE, Renee and husband Buddy of Whittemore, Chris and wife Jessie of Dubuque and his two precious grandsons, Colby and Kayden Graves. Also surviving are his sister Mary (Ron) Buscher of Monticello IA, and brothers, Dale (Maling) Walker, Dennis (Carol) Walker of Des Moines and Duane (Dana) Walker of Algona and many nieces and nephews.
Jerry was preceded in death by his parents Robert and Catherine and two infant brothers.
Tributes
"Walker Family, My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. . .Jerry was a very nice man and will be missed by all."
"I was very saddened to see Jerry's obituary in the paper. I never knew Jerry other than my contact with him when I was at Elbert Motors. He could do the work of about three men at that place and always be in a good mood. He will be missed there and in the community. You have my sympathy."
"Hey guys. We are both so so sorry to hear about your dad and that we are unable to be there with you all during this tough time. If there is anything at all you need...do not hesitate to give us a shout. Pat.. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time. It was an amazing display of dedication and love you displayed during Jerry's time at home. A good display model from my godparents aye. He was a good man, as many around you have mentioned I'm sure, and he will be sadly missed. Even though the days may pass, the memories you all have together of those special family times as well as those memories you each have individually will never fade. All our love....Deano & Karina"
"Dear PAT, Karla, Scott, Renee and Chris; Words can not begin to express how very sorry we all are to learn of the passing of Jerry. I have known your family most of my life and you, Pat, and Jerry have been 2 of my mom and dad's closest friends! Please know that this message of sympathy goes out to you from all of my family. He will be forver greatly missed! Saying prayers for all of you and hope that someday, somehow, you will come to understand that it was HIS time to go and be with the angels. love to all of you. Beth Danner and the Dennis and Laura Ann Danner family"
"Pat and family, You have my sincere sympathy on the loss of Jerry. He was an outstanding person, I continued to get my car serviced at Elbert Chevrolet, becuase of my trust in Jerry, as I knew he would never let them do something to my car,that didn't need to be done. He also always was kind in asking how school was going, etc. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time."
"Dear Walker Family, We just wanted to send our condolences on the passing of Jerry. My parents have treasured his friendship and yours too, Pat, for as long as I can remember. Please know your family are in our thoughts. John and Amie (Danner) Littlefield and Family from Ankeny, Iowa"
"The Walker Family, My thoughts and prayers are with you and the employees of Elberts. Jerry handled the last three generations of our family at Elberts. He always provided outstanding service. I hope his memories ease your sorrow. "
"PAT ABD FAMILY I'M SO SORRY TO HEAR OF JERRY'S DEATH. MAY GOD COMFORT YOU AT THIS TIME AND THE MEMORIES BE BLESSES FOR YOU IN THE FUTURE. OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU AT THIS TIME. KAREN AND DOUG PENNING"
"PAT And FAMILY I'M SO SORRY TO HEAR OF JERRY'S DEATH. MAY GOD COMFORT YOU AT THIS TIME AND THE MEMORIES BE BLESSES FOR YOU IN THE FUTURE. OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU AT THIS TIME. KAREN AND DOUG PENNING"
"Our prayers and sympathies to you."