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In memory of
Gerald "Jerry" Whiteley
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Gerald (Jerry) Whiteley of Mesa, Arizona, passed away at his home on July 23, 2024.
Jerry was born on November 27, 1939, in Iowa City, Iowa, to Peggy Maxwell and was adopted by Chester and Mary Whiteley on April 8, 1944, in Council Bluffs, Iowa. Jerry was raised in Omaha, Nebraska, graduating from South High School and often returning with his family to show them his hometown. Jerry was proud of his service in the …
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What were Gerald's favorite vacation spots?
Minnesota, Omaha, Missouri, anywhere he could fish
Minnesota, Omaha, Missouri, anywhere he could fish
Minnesota, Omaha, Missouri, anywhere he could fish
What were Gerald's favorite sports teams?
Nebraska Cornhuskers, Iowa Hawkeyes
Nebraska Cornhuskers, Iowa Hawkeyes
Nebraska Cornhuskers, Iowa Hawkeyes
What were Gerald's favorite songs or musical artists?
Elvis, Cher, Mannheim Steamroller, Barbra Streisand, Black Veil Brides, Beach Boys
Elvis, Cher, Mannheim Steamroller, Barbra Streisand, Black Veil Brides, Beach Boys
Elvis, Cher, Mannheim Steamroller, Barbra Streisand, Black Veil Brides, Beach Boys
What were Gerald's favorite drinks?
Coca-Cola, Miller High Life
Coca-Cola, Miller High Life
Coca-Cola, Miller High Life
Timeline
Born
November 27th, 1939
Adopted
April 8th, 1944
Council Bluffs, IA
Got married to Rebecca Whiteley
June 23rd, 1979
Des Moines, IA
Survived by
Carrie Whiteley-Encinas
Daughter
Rebecca Whiteley
Wife
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Method of disposition
Cremation
Final resting place
Mariposa Gardens Memorial Park & Funeral Care
6747 E Broadway Rd, Mesa, AZ 85206
Funeral services provided by
Horizon Funeral Care
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