Honoring Jerry's life help us bring him home

My name is Christine, and I’m starting this fundraiser on behalf of my brother Jerry.

He shared a strong bond with his partner, Julie, who stood by him through it all. Jerry is survived by his dad, Steve; his siblings, Amber, Bryan, Chris, and Sissy; and by his five beautiful children: Dominic, Raymond, Dylan, Andrew, and Abby.

Jerry was one of those rare souls who could light up a room without even trying. He was goofy in the best way; he was always cracking jokes and making silly faces. He had a playful spirit and a deep love for life. But beneath the humor was also someone incredibly sensitive, sweet, and gentle—someone who cared deeply and loved fiercely.

Jerry had been battling illness for the past couple of years, and during that time, he showed incredible strength, love, and hope. He had a big heart, a quiet strength, and a deep love for his family that never wavered, even through his sickness. As our family navigates this difficult chapter, we’re reaching out for support to help care for his end-of-life needs and also honor the life of a man who meant so much to us all.

Right now, our family is trying to raise funds to help with his cremation, funeral expenses, and the cost of bringing him home to be laid to rest with dignity and love. It’s not easy asking for help, but we’re doing this for Jerry to honor him and to ease the burden on those he left behind. Anything helps.