Gary Jerke Obituary
With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Gary Jerke of Tripp, South Dakota, who passed away on June 28, 2022 at the age of 74. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Emil Jerke and Velda Jerke (Dobler); his parents-in-law, William and Agnes Claassen; and his siblings-in-law, Crystal Jerke, Jim and Dennis Claassen.
He is survived by: his wife Janice Jerke (Claassen); his children, Kristopher Jerke (Brooke) of Sioux Falls, SD and Heidi Wade III (Johnny) of Mission, SD; his granddaughters, Eleanor, Ava and Amelia Jerke; his brother Greg Jerke (Gloria) of Flushing, MI; his brother-in-law Dean Claassen (Vicky) of Crooks, SD; and his aunt Laverne Goeken (Dobler) of Scotland, SD. He is also survived by numerous nieces, a nephew and cousins.
In lieu of flowers donations are welcome to either Faith & Family First or The Alpha Center.
