Service Information
Gerald “Jerry” J. Beeler, age 91, of Hutchinson, Minnesota, passed away on Monday, October 18, 2021, at Hutchinson Health in Hutchinson.
Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Tuesday, October 26, 2021, at 11:00 A.M. at St. Anastasia Catholic Church in Hutchinson with interment in the church cemetery.
Gathering of Family and Friends will be held one hour prior to the service at St. Anastasia Catholic Church.
Military Honors by the Hutchinson Memorial Rifle Squad.
Obituary
Gerald “Jerry” Jacob Beeler was born on August 18, 1930, in Campbell, Minnesota. He was the son of Emil and Melinda (Kutzer) Beeler. Jerry was baptized as an infant and later confirmed in his faith. He graduated high school in 1948 from Breckenridge, Minnesota.
Jerry entered active military service in the United States Army on February 27, 1952, at Minneapolis, Minnesota and served his country during the Korean War. He received an Honorable Discharge on February 9, 1954, at Camp Carson, Colorado. Jerry was awarded the National Defense Service Medal, United Nations Service Medal, Korean Service Medal, and Good Conduct Medal.
On October 24, 1951, Jerry was united in marriage to Irene Murack at St. Martin Catholic Church in Geneseo, North Dakota. This marriage was blessed with three wonderful children, Robert, Debra, and Julie. Jerry and Irene resided in Breckenridge and relocated to Moorhead, Minnesota, in 1972. They shared 6 days short of 70 years of marriage.
Jerry was employed as an engineer with the Great Northern Railway and Burlington Northern Railway. After his retirement in 1995, Jerry and Irene moved to Ottertail Lake in Minnesota. In August of 2020, they relocated to Hutchinson, Minnesota.
Jerry was a member of St. Anastasia Catholic Church, Knights of Columbus, Lions Club, VFW, and Eagles Club.
Jerry enjoyed cars, living at the lake, ice fishing, playing card games, watching the MN Twins and MN Vikings. He especially enjoyed spending time with his family, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and friends. Jerry always had a joke or witty comment to share.
Jerry passed away on Monday, October 18, 2021, at Hutchinson Health in Hutchinson, at the age of 91 years.
Blessed be his memory.
Jerry is survived by his Wife, Irene; Son, Robert (Kathryn) Beeler, Hutchinson, MN; Daughters, Debra Beeler, Moorhead, MN, and Julie (Michael) Nefs, St. Cloud, MN; Grandchildren, Jason (Kristin) Beeler, Delano, MN, Matthew (Kasey) Beeler, Orono, MN, Sarah (Kyle) Koterba, Moorhead, MN, Andrew Nefs, St. Cloud, MN, and Madison Nefs, St. Cloud, MN; Great-grandchildren, Ella, Cora, Kasia, Laney, Brooklyn, Logan, Landon, and Jonathan Beeler; Brother, Arnold Beeler; Special Family Friend, Karen Pearson; Many other relatives and friends.
Jerry is preceded in death by his Parents, Emil and Melinda Beeler; Sisters, Delores Beeler, Mary Christianson, and Theresa Therkildsen; and Grandson, Jeffrey Beeler.
Bridget Gran-Ide says
Bob – I am so sorry for the loss of your Dad. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your whole family! I heard great stories about him over the years – you have so much to remember him by.
Love!
Bridget
JOHN C MURACK says
Uncle Jerry
One of my fondest memories of you is the time you took me on a tour of the train engine you drove. Remembering the first question I asked was where’s the steering wheel. I will also just miss talking and seeing you, Rest In Peace kind sir.
Love nephew John
Karlene Corneliusen says
Dear family, I know for certain that we never lose the people we love, even to death. They are are always there, in every thought, act and decision we make. They are always there in the little things that happen daily that brings back the memories of times forgotten or to bring comfort in times of need. The Lord has taken him home. He is where he is supposed to be, with Him and all his family and friends who have passed before him. Uncle Jerry, you may be gone, but you will never be forgotten. Your memory will forever be in my heart. I pray you find peace knowing he is home safe with the Lord. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. Love to you all. Karlene
Shari Motl and Family says
So many memories of the family growing up with all….
I cherish every moment…..
Thoughts and prayers…..
So wish that I could be there…..
Dave says
God bless you guys. I am very saddened. I loved him and the Beeler clan beautiful people with beautiful hearts. You will be missed brother. Heavenly hugs
Kathy-Rob Bope says
We have great memories of Jerry as our long time neighbor at the lake. His smile and wave will always be in our heart and minds.
Jerry was a great guy!! Miss him !!
Brian Krumrey family says
So sorry for your loss. Sending prayers for comfort and peace during this difficult time. Cherish all the wonderful memories.
Roxanne Seifert says
Bob, Kathy and family, my deep sympathy as you mourn your father, father-in-law, and grandfather. My prayers are with you as you celebrate his life eternal. I did not know him but know that he, and your mother, raised wonderful children. Infinite Blessings of the Graces you most need in each moment.
Annette Blacknik says
Debra, I am so sorry on the passing of your dad. May God hold all of you in his tender loving care.
From a childhood friend in the old neighborhood in Breckenridge, Annette Eder-Blacknik