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Gerald Francis Mayer

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Gerald Mayer, age 74, of Glencoe, Minnesota, passed away Saturday, March 17, 2018, at Glencoe Regional Health Services in Glencoe, Minnesota.

Private Family Memorial Service at a later date.

Funeral Chapel
Johnson-McBride Funeral Chapel
1222 Hennepin Avenue
Glencoe, MN 55336
Phone:(320) 864-3737
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Obituary

Gerald Francis “Jerry” Mayer was born on October 4, 1943, in Glencoe, Minnesota. He was the son of Roman and Dorothy (Horton) Mayer. Jerry received his education in Glencoe, Minnesota, graduating from Glencoe High School in 1961. He entered active military service in the United States Army on June 20, 1961. Jerry received an Honorable Discharge on June 5, 1964.

Jerry and Margaret “Marge” Rodel were married on July 2, 1966. Jerry and Marge made their home in Glencoe. Jerry owned and operated Jerry’s Body Shop and Car Wash in Norwood Young America, Minnesota, for 35 years.

Jerry is survived by his:
Wife, Marge Mayer of Glencoe, MN;
Children, Lisa Vart and her husband, Gordon, of Chaska, MN, and their sons, Mason & Aden,
Dan Mayer and Teri Raja, of Hobart, WA,
Jill Skarsten and her husband, Brian, of New Hope, MN, and their daughter, Cassidy
and step son, Dan,
Todd Mayer and his wife, Angie, of Dayton, MN, and their daughters, Brenna & Ally;
Siblings, Carol, Kathy and Tom;
Nieces, Nephews, other relatives and many friends.

Jerry is preceded in death by his parents, Roman and Dorothy Mayer; grandson, Jonathon Michael Mayer.

In lieu of flowers, memorials preferred.  Donations will be given to Jerry's favorite charities.

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  1. Larry Flewelling says

    March 20, 2018 at 12:50 pm

    Jerry was one of my favorite people. I used to stop by the shop often just to bs for a bit. I am sure he will be missed by many.

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  2. Debbie Prchal says

    March 20, 2018 at 2:23 pm

    Marge & Family

    I am so sorry to hear the loss of Jerry!! He was a wonderful person. Loved when he would come see us at Norwood Dental..
    I Loved giving him a little Grief!!:) LOL
    Hugs and prayers to you and your family!!
    he will be dearly missed.
    Deb
    Norwood Dental

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  3. Betty Klaustermeier says

    March 29, 2018 at 4:20 pm

    Sending our sympathy. Wayne and Betty Klaustermeier.

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