Jerry Morgan Wilson, originally of Winterset, Iowa, and formerly of Riverdale, IL, passed away on April 14, 2022. He left this world peacefully, and at home in the loving care of his two devoted daughters, Debbie and Laurie, at the age of 89. Jerry was preceded in death by his beloved wife Donna Mae, their infant daughter Jeri, his mother Mildred, father Wyman (Jack), his two brothers, James and Gene, as well as three sons-in-law Gerry, Vern and Ole. He is survived by his sister Marcia of Portland, brother Charlie and wife Jenny of Lincoln, and his 7 children- Tina Wilson of Crown Point, Debbie Wilson of Merrillville, Jim Wilson and wife Judy of Thawville, Bryce Wilson and wife Vickylynn of Cedar Lake, Laurie Brenneman of Merrillville, Mike Wilson and wife Kara of Highland, and Jennifer Conard of Johnston. Jerry was also the very proud grandfather of 17- Eric, Christina, Bryon, Karen, Sarah, Dan, Meagan, Lee, Brandon, Missy, Ryan, TJ, Mike, David, Nick, Kyle, and Hailey Grace, and great grandfather of 13- Dimitri, Bella, Christopher, Adam, Lucas, Rylan, Eli, Luke, Jonah, Elliot, Kaydence, Kendall, and little Bryce.

Dad was a loving son, brother, uncle, husband and undeniably the best dad, and grandpa we could have ever asked for. He worked hard as a US Steel worker for 35 years, but always found time to take us fishing, play catch in the yard, or help a neighbor fix their car. As his grandson Eric put it so well, “he was the strongest man I’ve ever known.” Though he will be greatly missed by so many, we know that Mom will be happy to have her Pinochle partner back, and Dad is undoubtedly over the moon to finally be reunited with the ultimate love of his life. To my absolute hero and forever favorite guy, this is not goodbye, but until we meet again. (p.s.- save me a spot at the hottest crap table your side of the pearlies–in the hook pleaseđź’— Love ya always Dad- Jenbob)
Celebration of Life Services to be held in Winterset, Iowa. More information to follow.