Gerard “Jerry” Jarvis, 90 of Huntley, died peacefully, March 2, 2021 at his home with his family by his side.
Visitation will be on Monday, March 8, 2021 4-7pm at DeFiore Funeral Home-10763 Dundee Road, Huntley. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Tuesday, 10:00am at St. Mary Catholic Church-10307 Dundee Road, Huntley. Burial will be in St. Mary Cemetery. In lieu of flowers memorials may be directed to Leukemia and Lymphoma Society or Huntley American Legion.
Jerry was born June 6, 1930 in Chicago, the son of Leon and Marie Jarvis. On August 1, 1959 he married Janet Balon. Jerry was a loving husband, father, grandfather, and friend who will be missed by all who knew him. He was an avid golfer. He enjoyed playing cribbage, Pinochle, poker, and woodworking. He also enjoyed being outdoors and gardening. His family and his Catholic faith were a very important part of his life.
He is survived by his children, Laura Boldt, Jeff (Paula) Jarvis and Jerry (Jolene) Jarvis, by his grandchildren, Luke, Thomas, Meghan, Skylar, Paige, and Chase.
He was preceded in death by his parents and by his wife, Janet.
For further information please call the funeral home at 847-515-8772 or online condolences may be directed to www.defiorefuneral.com
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To the Jarvis Family, so sorry for your loss. I always enjoyed playing golf and cards with Jerry. One time we were playing golf at Whisper Creek and the temperature was too cold to be playing. The ground was still frozen and it was almost impossible to get the tees in the ground. Now who else but Jerry would have Phillips screwdriver in his golf bag to make a hole to stick the in. Great guy that will be missed.
Jerry you will be dearly missed. You were a great friend and a great golfing companion. It was you that got me into the Stingers golf league, of which we had so much fun and I am so greatly appreciative. Jerry may you rest in piece and you will always be remembered.
Our deepest condolences and prayers go out to Jerry and his family. Your father was a very special person and we will forever remember him in our hearts.
Jerry is a loss to many of our friends and families here in Sun City, along with times spent in games, golf and church. We would meet and enjoy many conversations full of laughter and games , along with some fun at golf, and participation providing help and love at our St. Mary Church.
Our deepest condolences to Jerry's family and to all who were blessed to have Jerry in their lives. We will miss him dearly. He was a very special person and we truly enjoyed his friendship.
I will miss your smile and calm demeanor. Rest in peace Jerry.