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Jerry L. Reichert 1947-2018

BROOKFIELD — Jerry L. Reichert, 71, passed away Tuesday, Sept. 25, 2018, at his home.

Jerry was born on Aug. 24, 1947, in San Pedro, Calif., the son of Rudolph and Florence Welsh Reichert.

Jerry proudly served in the U.S. Navy with two tours in Vietnam.

After his honorable discharge, Jerry focused on his career and earned his nursing degree. He worked as a nurse for Autumn Hills Care Center until his retirement in 2012.

On Jan. 29, 1982, Jerry was united in marriage to the former Judith Siekkinen, who survives.

Jerry was a quiet man who enjoyed reading and cheering on his favorite football team from his home state of California, the L.A. Rams. Jerry enjoyed traveling and learning the history of the places he visited.

Jerry loved spending time with his family. He and Judy delighted in watching their great-niece and great-nephew, Jenna and Luke Passek, grow up. They were more like an extra set of grandparents than a great-aunt and great-uncle.

Most importantly, Jerry was a devoted and loving husband.

Jerry is survived by his wife of 36 years, Judy; his brother, James (Jan) Reichert of Irvine, Calif.; his sister-in-law, Linda (Rich) Bradshaw of Middlefield; four nieces; two nephews; seven great-nieces; and three great-nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

Cremation has taken place and a private celebration of life for Jerry will be held at a later date.

Visit www.lanefuneralhomes.com to leave condolences for his family.

Memorial donations, in Jerry’s name, may be sent to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105 or Bella Care Hospice, 1933 state Route 45, Austinburg, OH 44010.

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