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Jerome "Jerry" Minter

July 16, 1946 - January 15, 2024

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Obituary For Jerome "Jerry" Minter

MADISON – Jerome S. Minter, age 77, passed away, after a long battle with Parkinson’s, on Monday, January 15, 2024. Jerry was born on July 16, 1946, in Rockford, IL to Paul and Ellen (Fiez) Minter. He graduated from East High School in 1964. Shortly after graduation he was drafted into the US Army. Upon returning home he started his career at Oscar Mayer where he met the love of his life. Jer Bear, as he was affectionately known as, married Connie Yudice, on July 29, 1989. He enjoyed bowling, camping, golfing, playing softball, and spending time with friends and family.

Jerry is survived by his wife of 34 years, Connie; children, Erik (Kendra), Kevin, Valerie Yudice, and Lisa (Rob) Dehner; grandchildren, McKenzie, Ethan, Kyle, Gabriella, Alex, Isabelle, and Jackson; siblings, George (Judy) and Al (Sue); and his beloved dog, Bear. He is further survived by many nieces, nephews, other family, and friends. Jerry is preceded in death by his parents, and brother, Paul.

A Celebration of Life with Full Military Honors will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, January 23, 2024, at RYAN FUNERAL HOME, 2418 N. Sherman Ave, Madison. A visitation will be held from 9:00 a.m. until time of service on Tuesday at the funeral home. Burial at Highland Memory Gardens.

A very special thank you to the staff at Crossroads Rehabilitation Center in Sun Prairie and Agrace Hospice for their special care of Jer Bear. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the family. To view and sign this guestbook, please visit: www.ryanfuneralservice.com

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23 Jan

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11:00 AM - 11:30 AM

Ryan Funeral Homes - Madison North East 2418 N. Sherman Avenue Madison, WI 53704 Get Directions »
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  • January 23, 2024

    Bill Hegge

    Always a good time bowling with Jerry . Bill Hegge

  • January 23, 2024

    Wayne Knapton

    Connie, Kevin, George and family, my sincere sympathy for your loss. Wayne Knapton

  • January 22, 2024

    Barbara C Redenius

    Connie & family, my condolences on your loss. Jerry was a cousin I remember fondly. Time passed, but recently we were able to connect again. I enjoyed those gatherings. "Jerry may be gone from your sight... But he is never gone from your heart ❤️ Cousin Barbara(Jones) Redenius

  • January 20, 2024

    Rose Williams

    So sorry for your loss Connie

  • January 19, 2024

    Rose Wasson

    Deepest condolences on the loss of Jerry. He was a wonderful man with a big heart and a great sense of humor. He worked hard and loved his family and friends deeply. Many good memories of him. Fly high Jerry and rest in peace. Rose Wasson

  • January 19, 2024

    Gary Olson

    Our condolences to Jerry's family. He was a great guy and we has a lot of fun together bowling and playing softball. Gary and Sue Olson

  • January 18, 2024

    Janice Bush

    Sincere sympathy to Connie and families. So many fun memories from the past with all of you. Holding you all in my prayers and thoughts as you go through this difficult time Hopefully Keith was up there to greet him and share memories . Love Jan Bush

  • January 17, 2024

    Cheri Bennett

    Sending our condolences to the Minter family. We will always remember the great times we had at bowling with you. Rest in peace my friend. Jim and Cheri Bennett.

  • January 17, 2024

    Dale Dull

    Sincere sympathies to Jerry's family for their loss. Jerry was a Madison East '64 classmate and friend. I'll miss him. RIP Jerry.

  • January 17, 2024

    Christine Fiez

    Jerry & cousin Lee Fiez were born same day, same year. Jerry also was in our wedding 54 years ago. Time does not erase what love created. Chris & Lee

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    Diane Dushack sent Ocean Devotion for Jerome "Jerry" Minter - January 20, 2024

    Thinking of you. Diane & Christy

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