Jerry N. Gray, 77, of Pesotum, IL passed away suddenly on Wednesday evening, August 25, 2021 at his residence.

Services will be held at a later date.

Jerry was born on July 6, 1944 in Moscow, IA, the son of Woodrow and Pearl Johnson Gray.  He married Elizabeth A. Head on September 14, 1996 in Cedar Rapids, IA. She survives.

Also surviving are his daughters: Kristi Greene of Iowa and Kari Mortensen of Illinois, step-daughters: Sarah Knight and Michele Higgins both of Iowa, 15 grandchildren, 19 great-grandchildren, brother: Woodrow Gray, Jr., sisters: Mary Foster and Nadine Gerard.

He was preceded in death by his parents and sister: Judy Ohrt.

Jerry worked in management for 30 years and later worked as a tool and die maker for Guardian West in Urbana. He served his country as a member of the US Marine Corps.

Hilligoss Shrader Funeral Home, Tuscola, IL is assisting the family with the arrangements. Online condolences may be shared via hilligossshraderfh.com