Service Information
Gerald “Jerry” Cummins, age 71, of Hutchinson, Minnesota, passed away on Sunday, July 9, 2023, at Park Nicollet Methodist Hospital in St. Louis Park, Minnesota.
Graveside Service will be held on Friday, July 14, 2023, at 11:00 A.M. at St. Anastasia Catholic Cemetery in Hutchinson.
Obituary
Gerald “Jerry” Lawrence Cummins was born on December 3, 1951, in Sonoma, California. He was the son of Lawrence and Marguerite (Zobava) Cummins. Jerry was baptized as an infant and later confirmed in the Catholic faith as a youth. He received his education in Hutchinson, Minnesota, and was a graduate of the Hutchinson High School Class of 1969.
On July 2, 1977, Jerry was united in marriage to Suzanne “Suzy” Copa. Jerry and Suzy made their home in Hutchinson, where their marriage was blessed with five children: Jessica, Johanna, Mary, Esther, and Samuel. They shared 36 years of marriage until Suzy passed away on May 30, 2013.
Jerry was employed as a chef with the Hilton Hotel in Minneapolis, Minnesota for 20 years until he retired in 2020. Jerry was a member of the Knights of Columbus Councils 3819 and 4797, as well as the Boy Scouts of America.
Jerry enjoyed creative cooking, going to concerts, and spending time with his beloved dog, Kouba. He was passionate about the outdoors, caring for his plants, and giving back to the community. Jerry especially enjoyed spending time with his family and friends, camping, going for walks with his dog, and hiking with his kids.
Jerry passed away on Sunday, July 9, 2023, at Park Nicollet Methodist Hospital in St. Louis Park, Minnesota, at the age of 71 years.
“There are no happy endings. / Endings are the hardest part, / So just give me a happy middle / And a very happy start.” - Shel Silverstein
Jerry is survived by his:
Children, Johanna Cummins of Superior, WI,
Mary Cummins of Crystal, MN,
Esther Cummins of St. Cloud, MN,
Samuel Cummins of Fort Worth, TX;
Grandson, Henry Moy;
Many other relatives and friends.
Jerry is preceded in death by his parents, Lawrence and Marguerite Cummins; brother, David Cummins; wife, Suzanne Cummins; and daughter, Jessica Cummins.
Susy says
I’m so, so sorry. I will truly miss our chats as he helped me thru some tough times after Ray died. My thoughts & prayers are with all of you. My sympathy is truly with y’all. Luv & prayers.
Dahle family says
May you always cherish and continue to the share memories of your loved one forever. Sending you comfort and peace during this time of sorrow. Love & prayers – Tasha Dahle & family
steve cossack says
Jerry was my dear friend and I will miss him. Even though time and distance separated us so often, we had a special bond.
I thank you for being my inspiration to move to Orlando, and for getting me past the front gates at Epcot more than a hundred times. For spending the years on my tournament production venture as head chef and paper patrol pickup with me after each event, and for saving my oversized bottle of 1978 Monet Cadet wine and not opening it, and for making me laugh every time we were together.
I never thought that the last time we were together, would be our last.
Farwell my friend
Ruth Wenz says
Jerry my friend you made life wonderful! The Movies at Burnsville only benefited from your you laughter due to a few shenanigans, the care for all, and your serious talks too. I wish we hadn’t lost contact for so many years. May you rest eternally in the light of God.
Cindy says
We are very sorry to hear of Jerry passing. Our deepest sympathies to you all.
Brian & Cindy Guggisberg