My name is Katey Kinney and I am organizing this GoFundMe on behalf of Jenny, Annie, and Delaney Gerard.

On Saturday, December 13, the world unexpectedly lost a husband, father, brother, brother-in-law, uncle, friend, and co-worker. Jeff joyfully embraced all of these roles with love, laughter, dedication, and fun. He made the world a better place by the ways he helped others, how he listened with a genuine ear, how he always saw the positive, and how he believed in each of us. Whether he was in a classroom, with his family, fishing, gardening, or cheering on Iowa, he was the person that always gave you 110%. All of our lives are better because of Jeff.

As Jenny, Annie, and Delaney are learning how to navigate this difficult time, this fundraiser is meant to help ease that burden so they can focus on healing, remembering, and supporting each other.

Any support, no matter the size, will mean the world to Jenny, Annie, and Delaney. If you can't donate, just sharing this page or holding them in your thoughts and prayers is a beautiful way to help during this difficult time.

Thank you for your love, kindness, and support.

There will be a celebration of life for Jeff on June 6th at Pottawatomie Park in Saint Charles, IL.