Legion post 334 in McCallsburg, Iowa. Following his discharge from the Army, Gerry moved to Cedar Rapids, IA where he met the love of his life. Gerry and Jann were married on March 3rd 1969. Gerry began a career in finance which transferred them to the Ames area and then settled in Huxley, where his three children were born. He did not find his career choice to be rewarding and began attending DMACC and was employed by ISU security. He was then hired by the Story County Sheriff's Department in 1977 where he found his calling and passion and served with all his heart and soul for 22 years. In 1978, Gerry and his family moved to an acreage near McCallsburg where they enjoyed life on the farm for 38 years. Here he became a member of Bethany Lutheran church where he served in many capacities. Gerry established his own consulting business, reconstructing accidents until 2016. This was something that allowed Gerry and Jann to travel together all over Iowa and surrounding states. Gerry and Jann moved from the acreage to Ankeny in 2014 to enjoy retirement. They took many trips over the past several years that often included their family. Gerry was so proud of his children and his "Great 8" and all of their accomplishments. If you were with him he would tell you all about all of them. Gerry began attending Renew Church in Ames and so enjoyed Pastor Aaron Vis and again became a part of a loving church community. Gerry loved playing fast pitch softball until he got to old and then took up golf. He so enjoyed being with family and friends and just enjoying life. He was blessed with a very close loving family and many close dear friends that loved him. God bless the life of Gerry Bearden. To read the full obituary, please click here: http://www.rasmussonfh.com/obituaries/Gerald-Gerry-Bearden?obId=3417862#/celebrationWall