Jerry Reese, age 78, was called home to the Lord and Savior on Saturday morning,
February 15th, 2025, at Edenbrook Sheboygan. Jerry was born June 30th, 1946, in
Chippewa Falls, WI to the late Florence Reese. Jerry started elementary school in
Coleman, WI until he was moved to Wausaukee, WI, where he was raised by his Foster
mother, Evelyn. At the age of 23, Jerry met the love of his life, Jessie Grigsby. They
were married on April 30th, 1970, and resided in Wausaukee, WI for 52 years. Jerry
was a laborer at a dairy farm for many years, later becoming a tree farmer until he
retired. He enjoyed cutting Christmas trees and helping deliver them to other towns in
Wisconsin. Jerry gardened with his wife and loved the country living. In November 2022,
Jerry and Jessie moved to Sheboygan, WI to be closer to family. Jerry really enjoyed
family gatherings, playing bingo, cards, crafts, and socializing at happy hour. Jerry had
fun joking around and having a good time. His love for food and beverages was like no
other. He never complained or showed defeat. His smiles, laughter, and silliness will be
missed and always remembered. Jerry was preceded in death by his wife, Jessie
Reese of Sheboygan; his mother, Florence Reese of Green Bay; 5 brothers-in-law; and
4 sisters-in-law. Jerry is survived by his brother-in-law and sister-in-law, James and
Charlotte Blaha of Sheboygan; nephews and nieces Joshua and Sara Woods of
Sheboygan; Brad and Lisa Oney of Sheboygan; James and Lisa Blaha of Sheboygan;
Jonathan and Jennifer Blaha of Howards Grove, WI; brother-in-law, Harry Grigsby of
Chicago, IL; brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Robert and Beatrice McCarthy of Fort
Wayne, IN; and many other nieces, nephews, great and great-great nieces and
nephews. A funeral will be held at Olson Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 1132
Superior Ave, Sheboygan on Friday, March 7th, 2025. Visitation will be at 10 a.m. until
time of service at 11 a.m., with Reverend Alan Kretschmar officiating. A sincere thank
you to Edenbrook Sheboygan for the kindness and compassion that was given to Jerry.
Thank you to those exceptional caregivers that provided loving care to Jerry for the past
two and half years, and to Compassus Hospice for the excellent end-of-life care and
support.
Please visit our website to share your stories and leave your condolences for the family
www.OlsonFuneralHome.Info.
Olson Funeral Home & Cremation Services has been entrusted with Jerry’s care and
arrangements.
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