"The Caraway Family all loved Jerry so much, and we are sure thinking of you, Dorothy, and of all of your family and Tom and Matt. Anybody, family or friend, that had Jerry in their life was lucky...and he was definitely loved so much by all that knew him. Just like so many, I can just picture him in his Jeep as he delivered mail to our place as I grew up. So few people in life are as friendly and unforgettable as Jerry. I pray that the good memories that you have will eventually fill the empty spot you now have in your hearts. Take care!"
In loving memory of
Gerald Gilmore
April 22, 1917 - June 13, 2012
Gerald "Jerry" Gilmore, 95, of Maquoketa, Iowa, died on Wednesday, June 13, 2012, at Clover Ridge Place in Maquoketa, Iowa.
A celebration of Jerry's life will be held at 11:30 A.M., Saturday, June 16, 2012, from the Carson Celebration of Life Center in Maquoketa, Iowa. Visitation will be held prior to the service from 10 A.M. to 11:30 A.M. on Saturday, June 16, 2012, from the Carson Celebration of Life Center in Maquoketa, Iowa. Burial will be at the Monmouth, Iowa Cemetery.
Gerald Gilmore was born on April 22, 1917 in Jackson County, Iowa, to Earl and Jessie M. (Sokol) Gilmore. He graduated from Monmouth High School in 1935 and then attended a business college in Chillicothe, Missouri. He was a World War II veteran of the U.S. Navy. He married Dorothy Kleeman on September 26, 1940 in Waverly, Iowa. She preceded him in death on July 20, 2007. He then married Dorothy Clapp Nabb on June 19, 2011 in rural Monmouth, Iowa.
Jerry had worked as a rural postal carrier for many years. He had also served as the Post Master in Monmouth, Iowa for 12 years. He retired on March 14, 1975.
Jerry was a member of the Jackson County Historical Society, and had attended the First United Methodist Church of Maquoketa and the East Iron Hill Community Church.
Jerry enjoyed bowling, fishing and loved the outdoors.
Jerry is survived by his wife, Dorothy Nabb of Maquoketa, IA; a son, Dr. Thomas (Charlene) Gilmore of Medford, OR; a grandson, Matt (Kris) Zuber of Ft. Collins, CO, whom Jerry and Dorothy helped raise; step-children, Linda (Ron) Behne of Bernard, IA, Randy (DeNise) Nabb of Wasilla, AK, and Don (Donna) Nabb of Dallas, TX; 4 grandchildren, 3 great-grandchildren; 5 step-grandchildren and 10 step-great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, 3 sisters, Ethel, Mildred and Elaine, a brother, George, and his first wife, Dorothy.
In lieu of other expressions of sympathy, a Gerald "Jerry" Gilmore memorial fund has been established.
Online condolences may be left at www.CarsonAndSon.com.
Tributes
"Dorothy ,Nabb & Gilmore Families I am so sorry to hear about the loss of Jerry. He was a good guy and will be missed by all. Please know that your families are in our thoughts and prayers."
"I will miss seeing his smile and the talks we had. He was more than just a neighbor. He was a great friend and role model for us. I know the he is shining down from heaven holding each of you in his hands. My thoughts are with each of you today and for the days ahead. Hold on to the memories of Jerry as he is a part of each of you. You are carrying on his legacy.
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"I was sorry to hear about Jerry. Our RNA young members visited Clover Ridge and passed out Easter baskets. He was such a warm person...the kids loved him and Dorothy. They really enoyed their pictures taken with them. "
"anna clark adam our thoughts,prayers and Gods blessings be with yous and yours at this time. I went to school with tom in monmouth in 1957. gerald was also our mail carrier when fred and I lived in emeline. "
"I mourn the passing of Uncle Gerry. I will always remember his retirement party, picking asparagus at the farm and picking morel mushrooms in the Spring. He was a kind person who always made me feel welcome. Time and people pass on, but good memories last forever."
"My thoughts and prayers are with you all in the loss of Jerry. I am glad he got to go on The Honor Flight and I am glad that Linda got to be his escort for the day. What wonderful memories, and it was nice to welcome him home at the airport that night. May God hold all of you in the palm of your hand during your sorrow.
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"Was so sad to hear about Jerry, as a kid growing up, he was our neighbor and mail carrier...always a smile and a friendly face...Our Monmouth group shared many a things together from community club to church...God has a special place for you Jerry....going to miss you're smiling face."
"Wonderful neighbors growing up as a kid in rural Monmouth. My thoughts & prayers are with you all."
"When I first moved to Maquoketa, Jerry was my next door neighbor. And what a great neighbor he was! He took me all around the area, telling me stories the whole time. He'd cut my lawn while I was at work and do all kinds of thoughtful things for me. He was truly a gift. I will never forget his spark of mischievousness and generosity of spirit."
"Jerry was a very special person & dear friend. We lived by he & Dorothy for many years & they became like family. We took them on 'road trips' to Antique shops & of course always had to stop & eat! Special times with special people makes great memories! We'll remember them both with a smile. They would want it that way. :)"
"When you have been close to a friend for over 30 years as his barber you get to know him and share many ideas, thoughts and memories and with that thougtht in mind I will always remember Jerry! God bless him and may he rest in peace!"
"Jerry was a wonderful person, My parents enjoyed many fun card games with Jerry and Dorothy. Dad and Jerry always enjoyed each others company at Monday night bowling!! Now they are in heaven together. Thanks for the memories!!"